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Category: People Society

National Autism Strategy Welcome, Success Relies on Future Action and Funding

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People with Disability Australia (PWDA) has welcomed the release of the Australian Government’s National Autism Strategy and its commitment to improving inclusion in the community, education and employment, alongside diagnosis, services and support systems for autistic people. However, the national disability rights and representative organisation has cautioned that these principled commitments must be matched by … Continued

AUTISM PEAK BODY CALLS FOR IMMEDIATE ACTION TO SUPPORT AUTISTIC CHILDREN

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MEDIA RELEASE 14 January 2025(Autism Awareness Australia CEO Nicole Rogerson is available for interview.) Autism Awareness Australia (AAA) has welcomed the Commonwealth Government’s first National Autism Strategy but says it must be followed by immediate action to address the significant gaps in support for autistic children who are losing their National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) … Continued

Minister Keogh – Media Release – Honouring Their Service

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OFFICIAL   THE HON MATT KEOGH MP Minister for VETERANS’ AFFAIRS MINISTER FOR DEFENCE PERSONNEL   MEDIA RELEASE 14 January 2025 Honouring theIR SERVICE Service, bravery, integrity, respect, and excellence. These are the ideals that the Australian Defence Force stands for, and reflect how we honour our current and former serving personnel.   In this … Continued

Opportunity for health and community professionals to achieve national recognition for their work as nominations open for HESTA’s Excellence Awards

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14 January 2025   Nominations are now open for the 2025 HESTA Excellence Awards, offering health professionals in aged care, allied health, community services, and disability services the opportunity to gain national recognition for their work.   With a generous $60,000 prize pool, these Awards recognise the exceptional work being done in a range of … Continued

The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community celebrates Australia Day across all its Mosques in Australia

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Media Opportunities: LIVE interview of Australian Imams, National President, Proud Aussie Muslims, Volunteers, Youth & more.   Flag Hoisting  |  National Anthem  |  Thanksgiving Speeches  |  Complementary Refreshments | Mosque Tour    The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community of Australia warmly invites you to its annual Australia Day celebrations on Sunday, 26th January 2025, at Australia’s largest … Continued

Transport study reveals why journey is as important as the destination

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A days’ long canoe voyage along the Arnhem Land coast can now be completed within hours in a tinnie, but accelerating movement has unique and complex implications for Indigenous peoples’ relationship with their ancestral Country, according to a new research paper.  The research focuses on the impact of technological advancements on maritime transport, examining historic … Continued

1 in 3 parents struggle to afford kids’ school basics

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School uniforms and access to home internet are just some of the essentials children face going without as cost-of-living pressures add an extra layer of stress to back-to-school preparations.  Research from national child protection organisation Act for Kids has revealed almost one in three Australians (30%) struggle to pay for their children’s basic educational needs, … Continued

1 in 3 parents struggle to afford kids’ school basics

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School uniforms and access to home internet are just some of the essentials children face going without as cost-of-living pressures add an extra layer of stress to back-to-school preparations.  Research from national child protection organisation Act for Kids has revealed almost one in three Australians (30%) struggle to pay for their children’s basic educational needs, … Continued

1 in 3 parents struggle to afford kids’ school basics

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School uniforms and access to home internet are just some of the essentials children face going without as cost-of-living pressures add an extra layer of stress to back-to-school preparations.  Research from national child protection organisation Act for Kids has revealed almost one in three Australians (30%) struggle to pay for their children’s basic educational needs, … Continued