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Available for Comment Radio – Live, Pre-recorded and Talkback, TV, Print Mr River Night Leading National Disability Sector Advocate Co-founder at Developing Australian Communities Public Officer at the National Disability Leadership Organisation Mr Night is physically located in Brisbane this week and is available to travel. Mr Night is an adult … Continued
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Unions are banding together for the first day of their landmark Fair Work Commission case that aims to stamp out wage theft of NDIS workers. The proceedings brought on by the ASU, AWU, HSU and UWU will kick off on Tuesday, with the unions fighting to stop NDIS providers from misclassifying their staff as … Continued
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The eagerly awaited 2024 STEPS Grand Winter Ball presented by Ken Mills Toyota is set to illuminate the Sunshine Coast on July 27, 2024. Hosted at the Sunshine Coast Events Centre, this prestigious black-tie gala promises an evening of glamour, entertainment, and community spirit. This year, STEPS is excited to announce that award winning journalist … Continued
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New resources and a framework are being launched today which aim to prevent women and girls with disabilities from experiencing violence. National violence prevention organisation Our Watch, has partnered with Women with Disabilities Victoria (WDV) to develop the resources which seek to improve access, equality and respect for women with disabilities using frontline services. The … Continued
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A creative and inclusive Monash University program to employ laboratory staff with disabilities and bring science to life for those with low vision has been highlighted in the journal Cell. It is hoped that this publication will catalyse other researchers and institutions to be more inclusive in the workplace and in public engagement. … Continued
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Thursday 11 July 2024 Lived experience will play a crucial role in shaping local initiatives to improve access and liveability for people of all abilities across the North Sydney area. North Sydney Council’s new Access and Inclusion Committee, comprised of community members with lived experience with a disability, advises Council on strategies and initiatives to … Continued
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The Joint Statement: Ten organisations, including People with Disability Australia (PWDA), Women with Disabilities Australia (WWDA) and Touching Base, have signed this joint statement to strongly condemn recent comments made by Minister for the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Bill Shorten regarding the exclusion of sex work and sexuality services from the NDIS. The … Continued
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The palliative care sector has welcomed news of a new faster pathway to better meet the needs of people living with disabilities and a terminal diagnosis. “For over 12 months, PCA, our members, and organisations like the Peace of Mind Foundation have been highlighting a growing group of people under 65 unable to access day to day, … Continued
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Available for Comment Radio – Live, Pre-recorded and Talk-back, TV, Print Mr River Night Leading National Disability Sector Advocate Co-founder at Developing Australian Communities Public Officer at the National Disability Leadership Organisation Mr Night is physically located in Brisbane this week but is available to travel. Mr Night is an adult Living with Disability, a … Continued
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The Pinnacle Foundation celebrates 15-year anniversary and 100+ annual scholarships, as 2025 applications open until 31 August. Sydney/Melbourne, Australia, 4 July 2024 – The Pinnacle Foundation, Australian LGBTQIA+ education charity, is celebrating a dual milestone this year. The foundation has reached a remarkable achievement, awarding over 100 scholarships to deserving and eligible queer youth pursuing … Continued
