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NDIS eligibility study reveals major inequities

NDIS eligibility study reveals major inequities

February 25, 2025

New research has uncovered some alarming statistics on who qualifies for the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), with women, older Australians and those from disadvantaged areas facing greater barriers to access.

Woman with disability takes Uber to Federal Court over repeated refusals

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  

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 

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 

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

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.  

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