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People with disability have the right to be employed, to maintain a decent job and be paid fairly for the work they do.

PWDA ready to work with the govt to act on demand to abolish ADEs

UN report calls for ending Australian Disability Enterprises, citing exploitation and advocating…

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PWDA is concerned the NDIA’s rules and guidelines are increasingly limiting ability to participate in the community

PWDA voices concerns over anticipated changes

Learn about NDIA's updates on Short Term Accommodation and Respite, including funding…

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Exercise equipment needs to be adjusted for people with disabilities.

Blasting off on challenge to make future space travel more inclusive

Explore how space agencies are breaking barriers to make spaceflight accessible for…

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(Left) Long-time squash world No.1 Geoff Hunt won 178 of his 215 career tournaments. (Right) Michael Milton won six ski gold at five Paralympic winter Games before adding a sixth as a cyclist. PHOTOS: AAP PHOTOS

Geoff Hunt and Michael Milton are elevated to legend status

Australian legends Geoff Hunt and Michael Milton join the Sports Australia Hall…

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GIFT IDEAS: It’s significantly harder for disabled.

Diversify the toy box: Christmas gifts for children with disabilities

Explore the history and modern development of toys designed for children with…

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New figures reveal expenses for the NDIS will be $1 billion lower than previously forecast in the Federal Budget. PHOTO: Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS

New figures reveal spending on NDIS $1 billion less than forecasts

NDIS spending forecast to be $1 billion lower in 2024-25, with reforms…

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