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AEC to improve voting accessibility for Australians with disabilities

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The Australian Electoral Commission reports that more than 98% of eligible Australians are enrolled to vote in this election, 5% more than the last election. The Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) says they’re committed to improving accessibility of voting services for Australians with disabilities.  For more information about issues affecting Australians with disabilities, you can visit …

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Changes to NDIA rules shrouded in uncertainty

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The National Disability Insurance Agency has released new transitionary rules… but experts say the changes have not been communicated effectively, and have brought a great deal of uncertainty.  Organisations like Children and Young People with Disability Australia are calling for clarity from the Government, so young people, parents and caregivers can better navigate the changes. …

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New “rights cards” will help blind Australians report discrimination

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A branch of Guide Dogs Australia has released a pocket-sized accessible rights card to make it easier for the blind community to report discrimination.  The NSW/ACT branch of Guide Dogs has partnered with the ACT government and Domestic Animal Services to create the access card. Image: Photo by Gustavo Fring: https://www.pexels.com/photo/person-in-blue-denim-jeans-sitting-beside-golden-retriever-5163793/ Produced By: Emma Myers …

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“Dogs With Jobs” New children’s book teaching kids about assistance animals

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Many Dogs have many jobs, and author Natalie Leski writes all about them in her new book.  Titled “dogs with jobs” the book aims to teach children and adults alike about the important roles different dogs have in the community, and how to interact with them if they meet a working dog. Image: Image: Unsplash/ …

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Disability support in education: What can Australia learn from Finland’s approach?

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According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (2018), one in ten Australian students lives with a disability, and one in 18 lives with a severe disability. While support services are rising for Australian students with disabilities, Finland is considered one of the most inclusive systems in the world within the sector. What could …

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