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For a greater good

This year, more than 6 million doses of the influenza vaccine have been secured to ensure Australians who are most at risk of getting sick during this year’s f…

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Restrictive Practices in NSW

NDIS service providers need to fully understand their responsibilities regarding the use of restrictive practices, ensuring that the rights and freedom of peop…

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Not just tourists

The experience of travel can teach us many things - acceptance, tolerance, new perspectives, and resilience. It is what we take away from our travels…

Scandic Hotels introduces standard for allergy-friendly rooms

PRESS RELEASE May 13, 2019, Scandic is the world’s first hotel to introduce a standard for allergy-friendly rooms. This means that guests booking allergy-frien…

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Travelling with a Spinal Cord Injury

Travelling with a spinal cord injury presents challenges, IDEAS have put together some tips for making your next, or your first, holiday easier.

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Incontinence tips for travel

Incontinence is no laughing matter and can cause anxiety for anyone who is affected. The Continence Foundation has free information for people affected by inco…

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Caring on Country

Richard Tracey, Commissioner for the Aged Care Royal Commission, has backed the idea to develop local Indigenous support workers to help look after elderly Abo…

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Living Smart

Smart devices are changing the way that people with disability are living their lives, increasing their independence to perform everyday tasks that they may no…

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NSW appoints Ageing and Disability Commissioner

Robert Fitzgerald AM has been appointed as the NSW Ageing and Disability Commissioner from the beginning of this month. The NSW Disability and Ageing Commissio…

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