NDS Micro-Enterprise Development Training
The National Disability Services is offering the opportunity for those with a disability to explore, discover and develop their own micro-enterprise or small business.…
New study highlights Down syndrome milestones
A recent study published in the American Journal of Medical Genetics Part A has found that individuals with Down syndrome continue to learn new…
NDIS commences final roll outs across Victoria
The start of 2019 not only signified the beginning of a new year, but also the final roll outs of the National Disability Insurance…
State of the Disability Sector Report 2018
National Disability Services (NDS) recently released their annual State of the Disability Sector Report for 2018. NDS is Australia’s peak body for non-government disability…
New guidelines aim to standardise the diagnosis of Autism in Australia
New guidelines aim to standardise the diagnosis of Autism in Australia. The federal government last month released a range of new guidelines that aim…
Major Milestone for the NDIS
Last week marked a major milestone for the NDIS. It has now officially welcomed more than 200,000 Australians to receive support under the scheme.…
Coles Expanding Its Autism Friendly Shopping Experience
The supermarket group Coles has announced that it will be expanding the autism friendly Quiet Hour program after successful trials over the last 12…
Research shows employing people with a disability makes good sense
There are many people with a disability who currently participate in the workforce, more than many people think. According to a report by the…
Research looks to improve the Disability Employment Rate
Paul Williamson, an honorary associate at Sydney University’s Centre for Disability Research and Policy will be leading research into the experiences of those who…