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The one thing all Australians with disability REALLY need
We all need love and care and support and dignity and a hundred other things, right? Including the right to vote.
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Opening address to the National Carer Conference 2014 – Assistant Minister for Social Services, Mitch Fifield
The Assistant Minister for Social Services, Mitch Fifield, delivered the opening address to this years National Carer Conference on Nov 16, 2014.
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10 reasons we need the NDIS
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is a ground-breaking change to the way disability services are funded and delivered. Here are ten ways the NDIS will benefit all Australians.
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Inclusive Playgrounds: Everyone’s a player
Play is not just for fun. It’s also for learning, problem solving, motor skills and socialising. But it’s also fun just to play!
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NDIS safe in Commonwealth Budget
In his first budget Prime Minister Tony Abbott has committed to deliver the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) in full.
With this budget, Prime Minister Tony Abbott has become the custodian of the NDIS. He has given the NDIS the stamp of approval and committed to every Australian to roll it out in full.
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Disability scheme supports everyone
“EVERY Australian counts” is the catchcry that has united the disability sector, galvanised the nation to support an increase in the Medicare levy and won multi-partisan political support for the National Disability Insurance Scheme.
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