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Awareness through art in Paddington
Paddington artist Hayley Marrs draws on deeply personal experiences to inspire her craft. Her passion for art was sparked by a photography course taken through TAFE in 2014, and she …
Budget 2019: what it means for carers
The 2019-20 Federal Budget, delivered on Tuesday 2 April, contains measures across carer services, aged care, health and – to a much lesser extent – income support, which will assist …
Additional support for carers welcomed
The Treasurer’s announcement last night of an additional $84.3 million to support family and friend carers will help ease the major transition underway in the nationally-funded carer support sector to …
Carers Queensland building on experience to deliver NDIS program
Carers Queensland, one of the National Disability Insurance Scheme’s (NDIS) Partners in the Community, is celebrating the official opening of six new offices across Queensland. Ashmore, Logan, Eight Mile Plains, …
New services for carers coming in 2019
The Australian Government is rolling out a range of new early-intervention services and supports for carers in late 2019. These new services have been designed based on evidence that shows …
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New career skills and a busy calendar: Linda’s first year using the NDIS
Linda from Rockhampton was one of the first Central Queenslanders to start using the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). Now 12 months into the new system Linda, has a busy …
The NDIS a ‘game changer’ for Brisbane family
For Brisbane mother Jody, the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) has opened the door to a world of opportunities for son Michael, 9, who has multiple disabilities and complex support …
Festivals, beach trips and the NDIS
For Clayfield man Trevor Boone, joining the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) allowed him to take his first trip to the beach in more than two decades. Trevor has spina …
Carers Australia’s 2019-20 Federal Budget Submission
The Australian Government has called for submissions on policies to be considered for the 2019/20 Federal Budget. Carers Australia has highlighted grave concerns about the adequacy of funding for the …
Beyond caring: A life of service
Arii, 56, had never met the person knocking on her door eight years ago. A 70 year old Australian woman came to her house, asking for help. “She needed a place to stay …
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Welcome to our first newsletter of the year, where you will find all the latest news and information that’s important to you, your family, or your workplace.
