New NDIS Minister announced
January 17, 2025
Social Services Minister Amanda Rishworth will replace Bill Shorten as NDIS Minister on Monday, as part of a limited cabinet reshuffle following Shorten’s retirement.
British stroke survivor becomes first person with disability to ski solo to South Pole
January 9, 2025
Jonny Huntington, from Devon, England, has made history as the first person with disability to ski solo and unsupported to the South Pole.
Melba CEO Hayley Dean elected Vice-President of National Disability Services
December 20, 2024
Melba Support Services CEO Hayley Dean has been elected as Vice-President of National Disability Services (NDS), Australia’s peak body for disability service organisations.
Where disability and human rights connect
December 19, 2024
Human rights are universal and fundamental, intended to ensure every person can live with dignity, equality and respect. Yet, for people living with disability, these rights are often compromised due to systemic barriers, lack of proper support and societal attitudes.
Seven Australians who are leading the charge to equality
December 3, 2024
Today is International Day of People with Disability and the theme is “Amplifying the leadership of persons with disabilities for an inclusive and sustainable future”. Here are some prominent Australian leaders with disability who are making significant contributions across various fields.
Prejudice remains a part of life for people with disability
December 3, 2024
In modern Australia, discrimination against people with disability remains an everyday reality. Despite progress in awareness and legislation, deep-seated biases – both overt and subtle – continue to limit access to employment, education, healthcare and community involvement.
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