A Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability. Tell the Government what you think about the Terms of Reference. The Australian Government has announced the beginning of a public consultation on the draft Terms of Reference for a Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability. […]
Source: Deafness Forum of Australia
Sophie is proud of her role in the series Mustangs FC on ABC ME. After being successful in auditions to secure the role, the show recently aired its second season with Sophie in the role of Summah.
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Source: Down Syndrome Australia
“I’m proud that I can wakeboard. I love to wakeboard behind my dad’s boat and do tricks. I like to do it with my friends, Guy and Tim and my cousin Josh. We all wakeboard together. I really like being with my friends and having fun.” Joe Barnes, 18 years old from Dubbo in regional NSW.
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Source: Down Syndrome Australia
Nadia Ferencz achieved her 20th work anniversary with Norman Waterhouse Lawyers last year.
Nadia loves coming to work and is a dedicated worker and she loves the recognition of her work ethic and dedication at Norman Waterhouse.
She is part of the team there and has been recognised for her service to her work.
Nadia wrote about her work and what it means to her.
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Source: Down Syndrome Australia
This is compulsory reading for hearing care professionals concerned about accessibility and affordability of hearing-related service. Two studies in the U.S. add to the growing body of evidence demonstrating hearing loss is linked to several common, adverse conditions in older adults. In the first study, researchers examined the association of age-related hearing loss with dementia, […]
Source: Deafness Forum of Australia
Aadisha is only three but she has already achieved more than her parents were told to expect when she was born. She is an active and vibrant girl who loves gymnastics and swimming.
“She has already earned her first medal for outstanding performance in junior gymnastics, learned a few tricks in the swimming pool and this is just the beginning!”
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Source: Down Syndrome Australia
