Advocates say proposed NDIS changes risk cutting off essential funding and services for young people with disabilities.
Slash in the plan
Disability employment targets flatline
Advocates say the number of people living with a disability employed in the WA public sector is “pretty pathetic”.
Tic talk opportunity
Advocates say Tourette’s-based controversy at the presitigious BAFTAs is a chance for greater awareness of the condition.
Arts access equals success
Visible or not, disability affects many of Australia’s creative artists, encouraging a community which advocates for each other.
Rethinking connection
Love and connection reimagined. From apps to events, new initiatives are helping neurodivergent people find romance and friendship.
Fighting to even the score
A Curtin student who represents Australia in goalball is making a case for more opportunities for people with vision impairment.
All abilities, one game
All abilities football is rapidly growing in Perth, but players are struggling to afford to the fees.
Dune debate divides
A multi million dollar boardwalk could make one of Perth’s most iconic beaches more accessible, but some worry about the environmental cost
Step at a time
Disability advocates are reacting to a Swiss medical breakthrough, that may allow paraplegic patients to walk again.
Access all areas
Accessibility issues continue to be overlooked across Perth venues leaving musicians with disabilities unable to perform on stage.
Abilities beyond disabilities
People with disabilities continue to face significant barriers in accessing work in Australia.
Families left frustrated, struggling to access NDIS
Local mothers say challenges with navigating the scheme means loved ones are missing out on vital care.
Sensing no change
More than 50 per cent of autistic people have sensory needs. So why doesn’t WA’s largest stadium have a sensory room?
You’re the voice
The WA government has unveiled its first ‘student council’, drawing teenage perspectives from across the state.
Transport troubles
What is it like navigating the public transport system as a wheelchair user, or a person with vision impairment?
Optus opens access for all abilities
Optus Stadium’s rooftop experience will become an adventure accessible for all abilities.
Hope in young hands
The Australian disability sector is in critical need of support workers. Attracting more young people to the industry could be the solution.