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Wednesday 26th November, 2025, 11:00 am
The Summer Foundation

Join the Summer Foundation as they share what they are working on, highlights from what they’ve learnt and a preview of what is to come. they are also excited to…

Australian government
Wednesday 12th November, 2025

The Australian Government has today announced Mr Graeme Head AO as the new chief executive officer (CEO) of the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA). The NDIA Board, headed by Chair…

Tuesday 25th November, 2025, 5:15 pm
Women with Disabilities Victoria

Women with Disabilities Victoria, supported by a grant from the Knox City Council, are showing 2 films for free as part of 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign

Tuesday 25th November, 2025, 2:00 pm
Women with Disabilities Victoria

Women with Disabilities Victoria, supported by a grant from the Knox City Council, are showing 2 films for free as part of 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign on Tuesday…

International Day of People with Disability
International Day of People with Disability
Monday 10th November, 2025

The United Nations has announced the theme for International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) 2025. The theme for IDPwD is: Fostering disability inclusive societies for advancing social progress. December

Sara Gingold
DSC
Monday 3rd November, 2025

The NDIA’s new Short Term Respite (STR) Operational Guidelines made more than just a name-change. Sara from DSC looks into the details of the new rules on who is eligible…

Disability Support Guide
Wednesday 29th October, 2025

As summer brings rising heat and extreme weather, people with disabilities face greater risks. Tailored emergency plans, reliable support networks, and accessible communication are essential for safety. From power backups…

Matthew Vorbach
ABC news
Tuesday 28th October, 2025

Teens with disabilities say they might end up losing contact with friends and online communities due to being banned from social media. People working in the disability support sector say…

Genevieve Blandin de Chalain
ABC News
Wednesday 22nd October, 2025

A viral video showing a lack of accessibility into the offices of the federal minister for disability has highlighted broader issues for access into public buildings, an advocate says. Disability…

Emily Cukalevski
DSC
Tuesday 21st October, 2025

Theory is one thing, but how a provider balances duty of care and dignity of risk in practice often involves navigating a grey zone. Emily from Disability Rights Connect shares…

Claudia Forsberg
ABC News
Friday 24th October, 2025

For Evelyn Henderson and Kim Hunt, the cracked and uneven footpaths in their country town are more than just an eyesore — they are a problem that stops some residents…

Amelia Walters
ABC News
Sunday 26th October, 2025

Kaitie Francis was always told they would never be able to drive a car, but their dream of hitting the road is now much closer to becoming a reality. The…