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![<p>The agreement will take effect in NSW when the transition period ends on 1 July 2018 [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/25-MAY-NDIS-AGREEMENT.jpg?fm=pjpg)
New South Wales secures ongoing NDIS funding for the future
New South Wales is the first of the Australian states and territories to sign on the dotted line and ensure long-term... Read more
![<p>The next Wonderland Low Sensory Exhibition Visits are open on 2nd June 2018 and 15th July 2018 [Source: ACMI] </p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/Wonderland_640pxw-300dpi.jpg?fm=pjpg)
People with sensory sensitivities invited down the rabbit hole
Australia’s museum for film, TV, games digital culture and art located in Melbourne, is offering an incredible... Read more
![<p>The theme of this year’s World MS Day is research. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/23-May-MS-DAY.jpg?fm=pjpg)
World MS Day acknowledges vital research
This year’s World Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Day will focus on the vital research aiming to find a cure for the... Read more
![<p>Schizophrenia can cause challenges with seeking employment, accessing housing and education, feelings of isolation and loneliness and a range of other health issues [Source: Shutterstock] </p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/24-MAY-schizophrenia-week_180524_063231.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Awareness week shines light on one of Australia’s most stigmatised communities
This week marks an important date in the calendar, with a specific focus on raising awareness for the needs of people... Read more
![<p>An edit to the NDIS website excluded majority of autistic children from automatic eligibility to early intervention and the support they need [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/22-May-Autism_180522_003141.jpg?fm=pjpg)
NDIS ‘error’ outrages autism community
A ‘mistake’ to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) eligibility requirements has caused an uproar among... Read more
![<p>Applications for the program are now open [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/WRITING.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Hop write to it … applications for Write-ability Fellowships open!
An award winning program supporting the skills and development of writers with disability in Victoria is fielding... Read more
![<p>The Cora Barclay Centre will join forces with national children’s charity, Can:Do 4Kids [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/16-MAY-DEAF.jpg?fm=pjpg)
NDIS issues cause Australia’s oldest service provider to merge
The oldest service providers for children who are deaf or hearing impaired in the country and state of South Australia... Read more
![<p>Josiah College will educate both primary and high school-aged children with programs designed for children who find mainstream schooling too difficult [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/4-MAY-JOSIAH.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Autism-friendly school provides safe environment for students
A school dedicated to teaching students with Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has opened its doors in Queensland. Read more
![<p>The PWDA float at the 2018 Mardi Gras Parade [Source: PWDA]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/Mardi-Gras.jpg?fm=pjpg)
People with Disability Australia recognised at Sydney Mardi Gras Awards
People with Disability Australia (PWDA) have taken home two accolades at the 2018 Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras... Read more
![<p>My Rights QLD is accessible from a phone, tablet or computer. [Source: Shutterstock, myrightsqld.com.au]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/TD-queensland-online-resource.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Online resource launched to help Queenslanders understand their rights
A new online resource presented in partnership with Aged and Disability Advocacy Australia (ADA) and Legal Aid... Read more