Assistance Animals – Survey
The Federal, state and territory governments are working together to develop options for a nationally consistent approach to the regulation and accreditation of assistance animals.
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Transport for NSW Media Release - New ways to book wheelchair accessible taxis
Media release
People with disabilities will soon be able to book a wheelchair accessible taxi using a service staffed by a company that supports people living with disabilities.
What is International Day of People with Disability?
Event
Every year on 3 December, people around the world take part in International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD).The Hon Stuart Robert MP Media Release - Delivering the NDIS: Improving Access For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Communities
Media release
The Morrison Government is providing $5.9 million over the next two years to the National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (NACCHO) to strengthen National…
Joint Media Release - More than $75 million in grants to support economic and community participation for Australians with disability
More than $75 million in grants is available to organisations and employers who create opportunities for people with disability to contribute to community prosperity and…
Blue Knot Day
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Blue Knot Day is a national day held every October by Blue Knot Foundation in support of adults who have experienced complex trauma.
Help us spread the message about the new Disability Gateway pilot
The Department of Social Services would like to encourage you to spread the word about the new Disability Gateway pilot.
The Hon Stuart Robert MP Media Release - Victoria and New South Wales NDIS participants now able to claim for personal protective equipment, including masks
Media release
On Wednesday, 29 July 2020, Minister for the National Disability Insurance Scheme, Stuart Robert, announced temporary changes to funding arrangements to allow NDIS participants in…