Woman with disability takes Uber to Federal Court over repeated refusals
February 21, 2025
A Victorian woman with disability claims she was denied service by rideshare giant Uber an astonishing 32 times in less than two years – simply because of her guide dog. Now, she’s calling on people with disability across the country to unite and push for change.
Melba partners with innovative disability app to combat social isolation
February 5, 2025
In a groundbreaking move to address social isolation in the disability community, Melba has announced a partnership with Spoony, Australia’s leading friendship app designed specifically for people with disability.
Governments unveil major updates to National Disability Strategy
January 29, 2025
Australia’s federal, state and territory governments have announced significant updates to the nation’s disability strategy, including new measures to address homelessness and improve community engagement for people with disability.
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.
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