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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…

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5 things you may not know about Autism

Autism is an invisible disability that affects how people make sense of the world around them, and the communications and interactions they have. IDEAS have pu…

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A recipe for sensory play

This recipe is not to eat, it's to play with! Sensory play can be calming and often has the benefit of helping fine motor, and hand-eye coordination skills dep…

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Activities to help children with autism cope with their feelings

Children with autism may require additional support to help them understand what is going on around them and what is expected of them, especially when routines…

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Amber’s sensory-friendly Christmas trifle

Christmas can be a difficult time for people with sensory issues and Autism. Sharing food with family and friends can be problematic and painful when presented…

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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 va…

Autism Connect - new national helpline for Australians with autism

The first national helpline for Australians with autism will provide online, digital and phone-based support services to improve the lives of people on the aut…

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Charlie’s Story

We want to share some of the ways our PossABLE Advocates have supported, changed lives and advocated for people with disability. This is *Charlie…

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Comforting Crumble

For a warming dessert on these cooler, crisp nights, a comforting crumble can be the ultimate hearty and healthy-ish comfort food. It can be prepared in advanc…

Coronavirus, and helping children with autism

In light of the current coronavirus pandemic, this is a special edition about helping children with autism during this time of great upheaval. In this edition…

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Easy English Sexual Health Resources

Respect, Rights and Consent. There is a need for both simple resources and Easy English resources on Sexual health. Information to help with: Decision-ma…

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Handwashing, Face masks, Sensory Processing and COVID-19

If you are supporting someone who lives with Sensory Processing difficulties, then explaining the need for good hygiene practices to "stop the spread" can be m…

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Inclusive Christmas ideas

We have put together some considerations to help make Christmas more inclusive, hoping you can enjoy it more.

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Making Book Week inclusive - a List of Ideas

It's Book Week across Australia soon, August 21 - 27th 2021, and we take a look at books that include children with a disability plus tips on making the…

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Music for the soul

Music Therapy is a great tool to have in your collection. In this article, we explain the benefits, what a session looks like, and how to access NDIS funds for…

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Screen time for kids with disability.

Remote learning, learning from home, school-at-home, Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) and general adaptions to learning during COVID-19. How much screen time is to…

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Sensory toys to make at home

Sensory play can be calming, mindful and often has the benefit of helping fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination skills, depending on the exercise. Here a…

Speech Pathology Week

Massive shoutout to Speech Pathologists this week! It's Speech Pathology Week. The theme for Speech Pathology Week in 2021 is: Communication is…

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Tips for creating a sensory room

"Sensory room" is a broad term for a therapeutic space that combines a range of stimuli to help individuals to develop and engage their senses. They are design…

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Tips for travelling with children with disabilities.

As parents, we all want our children to be the best possible person they can be. Part of their learning journey is about providing them with new experiences, p…