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Disability and additional learning needs - tips for a smooth transition

For a child with disability and additional learning needs, it is advisable for parents and carers to meet with their school principal and the school’s learning…

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'Quiet Space' shopping hours introduced at some Kmart stores

'Quiet Space' shopping hours (Wednesday 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm) have been introduced into some Kmart stores to provide a low-sensory shopping experience. This…

Disability Royal Commission - Hearing Update

Disability Royal Commission explores education and training of health care professionals in relation to people with congitive disability

The Disability Royal Commission is exploring education and training of health care professionals in relation to people with a cognitive disability in a public…

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A little holiday musing

Recently I was having afternoon tea with one of my daughters at the local bakery, and reading her final Primary school report. The elderly fellow at the next t…

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Autism Connect

Autism Connect is Australia’s first Autism Helpline delivering national service. It is a free service providing independent and expert information in a variety…

Royal Commission - pathways and barriers to open employment.

Disability Royal Commission explores pathways and barriers to open employment for people with disability

The Disability Royal Commission is exploring pathways and barriers to open employment for people with disability in a public hearing.

An image of three women of different generations. The youngest is a woman with disability. They are laughing and arranging flowers.

Women's Health Checks

It’s good to look after our health, and regular health checks can help detect early warning signs of disease or illness before they become a more significant i…

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Beat the Heat: ways to stay well in a heatwave

Discover the steps you can take to stay cool and healthy as the hot weather approaches.

‘Respectful Listening’ depicts the story of The Disability Royal Commission, translated into a traditional style of art and symbols used by many of Australia’s First peoples to share information and stories for thousands of years. This story is made up of seven people who are Elders and or respected members of their own communities. These seven people, the Commissioners, come from different community groups including Australia’s First People, people living with disability and the LGBTIQ+ community.

Disability Royal Commission - First Nations People with a Disability

The experiences of First Nations people with disability and their families in contact with child protection systems are the latest focus of the Disability Roya…

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