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A group of University students are moving into a shared flat. They are surrounded by boxes. One student is in a manual wheelchair.

Moving Day. It's not quite travelling, not quite a day out. Most people find moving stressful. Usually, the change coincides with a big life event. Like leaving home for the first time, going away to study, moving for work, or settling into a long-term relationship. Moving day can go as smooth as possible with a few "travel-ish"and "day-out"tips. Add a positive can-do attitude and hope for good weather.

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Small boy doing Maths on a laptop

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 and support team with plenty of time for discussion, research and planning.

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Young man looking at shirts in a shop

'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 dedicated shopping period is for shoppers who are or who have a family member on the autism spectrum. It may also be a popular time for people who prefer a quieter and calmer atmosphere when they are browsing and shopping.

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Disability Royal Commission - Hearing Update

The Disability Royal Commission is exploring education and training of health care professionals in relation to people with a cognitive disability in a public hearing. The Royal Commission will hold a public hearing in Sydney on Tuesday 15 December 2020 and Wednesday 16 December 2020. 

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An elderly man drinking coffee

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 table, a widower of Italian heritage, who I shall call Antonio* asked, “Is it a good one?”

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AUTISM written with colourful alphabet magnets, resting on hands

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

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Royal Commission - pathways and barriers to open employment.

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

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

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 issue and give you the chance of early treatment. In this article, we explain the regular checks for Women.

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A smoke-covered sun with a tree in the foreground

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

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‘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.

The experiences of First Nations people with disability and their families in contact with child protection systems are the latest focus of the Disability Royal Commission hearings.