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Weekly wrap of news from Powerd for the week ending Friday 7th February 2025
News Wrap: Friday 7th February 2025
Powerd Team
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Advocates argue that systemic failures in emergency preparedness put lives at risk.
Left behind – the deadly gaps in emergency preparedness for Australians with disability
Emma Myers
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NDIS is now allowing 90 days to provide additional information.
Changing eligibility assessments for NDIS participants
Emma Myers
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National Children's Commissioner urges government: be proactive on health, mental wellbeing of children in the justice system.
Child Commissioner calls for more awareness and support for disabled juveniles
Emma Myers
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Weekly wrap of news from Powerd for the week ending Friday 31st January 2025
News Wrap: Friday 31st January 2025
Powerd Team
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An Australian engineer has developed a house with bedrooms capable of becoming hospital quality rooms.
Innovative engineer brings hospital care into the home
Emma Myers
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Disability peak slams Qld. Government move against puberty blockers, hormone therapies for minors seeking gender-affirming care.
PWDA condemns Queensland Government’s trans health ban
Emma Myers
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Albanese government reaffirms commitment to building inclusivity with update to national Disability Strategy.
Updated: Australia’s Disability Strategy to improve the lives of people with disability
Emma Myers
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$22.1 million has been awarded to create a Disability Employment Centre of Excellence.
Centre of Excellence to shape future of disability employment
Emma Myers
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A motor neurone disease campaigner has joined the ranks of extraordinary individuals dedicated to improving the lives of everyday Australians.
A win for disability as campaigner chosen as Australian of the Year
Emma Myers
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The Albanese government launches Australia's first National Autism Strategy - recommendations on education, housing, jobs.
National Autism Strategy - aiming for a more inclusive society
Emma Myers
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A new wheelchair cricket program is starting up in Brisbane and on the Gold Coast.
Wheelchair Cricket changing the game for Queenslanders with disabilities
Emma Myers
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