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Autism rates in Australian children are among the highest in the world, leading a senior researcher to suggest the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) could be driving steeper than average growth in diagnoses. A paper by Australian National University scholar Maathu Ranjan, who is on study leave from her role as a senior actuary at […]
KEY RECOMMENDATIONS FROM DISABILITY ROYAL COMMISSION: * A Disability Rights Act set up by the federal government * The act would give the right to non-discrimination and equal recognition before the law, as well as access to equitable health services and to live free from abuse and violence * A new complaints mechanism for people […]
The Australian federal government is working on a new law that will make it illegal to charge more for products and services for clients on the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). The practice of charging more for the same product or service once it is known that a client is on the NDIS has been […]
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global Accessible and Inclusive Events Guide, providing guidance and resources for event planners to activate welcoming events that cater for everyone. From an inventory of physical accessibility features at the venue, to advice on creating a welcoming experience for people of all abilities, the guide delivers on […]
Amy is the driving force behind Now I Can Run, a non-profit sports club uniquely designed to provide meaningful training and social sessions for people living with disability. An Australian first, the program specialises in race running by creating a pathway for people who cannot functionally run or have impaired balance. By providing people with […]
By Alex Jacobs The Federal Government’s Budget for 2022/23 includes a greater focus on the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and people with disability with an allocated $166.6 billion for the sector, however, the funding has been met with concerns over wasteful spending. It’s the first Labor Federal Budget in ten years with Treasurer Jim […]
