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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…

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Disability Inclusive Easter

Easter! In some schools, preschools, or classrooms, Easter Hat Parades and Egg Hunts are happening. Especially with younger classes. In case, here are some tip…

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Holiday Camps for Kids with disability

Most children have fond memories of a school or another camp. Not to mention life lessons, tall tales, mischief, and dirty clothes. It is an experience of a li…

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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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School from home – making it work for kids with disability

COVID-19 has changed the education landscape in Australia. Lockdowns, School Closures, restrictions, all impact our children's education, and daily changes tak…

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School Holiday Activities for Kids with Disability - Autumn

We know you love our regular school holiday features on what is on for kids with disability. This edition has: Returning favourites Some new enjoyable find…

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School Holidays for Kids with Disability, Winter 2021

School holidays are nearly here again. As winter 2021 is upon us, we search for activities for kids with disability to keep them busy, learning and having fun…

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Siblings Australia

Siblings Australia is committed to improving the support available for siblings of children and adults with chronic conditions including disability, chronic il…

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Supporting Diverse Learners

Inclusion is a human right. Inclusion in Education is a human right and a legal entitlement (Commonwealth Disability Discrimination Act) and is a core componen…

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Tourette Syndrome

Tourette syndrome (TS) is a form of neurological disorder. Tourette's is characterised by rapid, repetitive involuntary tics and repetitive vocalisations. Comm…

What next? Post School Options for Young People with Disability

Most school leavers with disability will go directly to employment, vocational education and training, or higher education. The various options can be confusin…