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‘Overwhelming sense of doom’: NDIS support cuts leave families in fear – and there are more to come

Many small changes since 2024 have ‘added up to one big cut’, advocates say, and the two biggest changes are due to roll out this year

The Guardian - AU

Autistic and ADHD children to be excluded from disability queue at Alton Towers

The trial will prevent anyone who has difficulty with crowds from using the disability access pass

The Independent UK

Alton Towers to test excluding people with autism and ADHD from disability fast lane

Half-term trial will limit ride access passes for those with additional needs and offer calmer spaces to people who find crowds difficult

The Guardian - UK

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No diagnoses and no gap fees for physios and speechies. What else do we know about Thriving Kids?

Thriving Kids is back in the spotlight, after the states and territories agreed last week to match the federal government’s A$2 billion dollar investment.

The Conversation

Rising Send costs will ‘bankrupt’ four in five English local authorities, leaders say

Councils call on ministers to write off special educational needs and disability deficits that are predicted to reach £14bn in 2028

The Guardian - UK

6 Benefit Changes Taking Effect in 2026 That Reduce Monthly Support

Imagine waking up, checking your bank account, and wondering why that familiar support check doesn’t stretch as far as it used to. If you’re someone who relies on government benefits—whether Social Security retirement income, food support, disability payments, or healthcare subsidies—some big changes are coming that could quietly nibble away…

The Free Financial Advisor

Dementia Starts in Your Legs: Doctor Reveals Shocking Truth

Many of us might already know that dementia is one of the main reasons for dependency and disability among older adults all over the world. Studies show that almost 10 million individuals get affected by dementia each year. However, the common belief is that not keeping the brain active is…

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Texas families can now apply for private school vouchers. Here’s what to know.

Families filed applications for more than 100,000 students by mid-February. The application period will close March 17.

The Texas Tribune

Leading disability employer sold, saving jobs

The nation's second-largest disability employer has been sold, saving 1250 jobs, after a government rescue package prevented its collapse.

AAP

King hosts thank-you reception for key local and regional workers

Social workers, girls’ leaders, headteachers, public health workers and disability services were among 350 special guests at St James’s Palace.

Evening Standard

Thriving Kids aims to 'mainstream' disability support

State and federal governments have struck a new deal to reduce the sky-high cost of the NDIS while better supporting young people with mild disabilities.

AAP

Jetstar's Proactive Approach to Customer Service: Acknowledging Mistakes and Enhancing Experience

In response to recent discussions surrounding Jetstar's handling of a name change request for a support worker of an individual with a disability, it's important to note the steps Jetstar is taking towards improving customer service and accessibility. While the situation faced by Rohan Eastley highlighted challenges in their existing…

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Over half of DWP disability assessors quit in a year over feeling ‘despised’

Department for Work and Pensions reveals that health professions are leaving profession in droves

The Independent UK

The government has promised a $25 billion boost to hospital funding – but only hints at real reform

Federal and state governments have finally resolved their long-running standoff on public hospital funding.

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‘A disaster for disabled people’: Shabana Mahmood urged not to scrap recording of non-crime hate incidents

Home secretary confirmed this week that police in England and Wales would be scrapping category in its current form

The Guardian - UK

Parents in England fear losing support for disabled children due to Send reforms

Survey by disability charity finds 45% of parents of children with complex needs ‘worried support will be taken away’

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3 Ways the New Social Security Rules Could Impact Middle Class

Learn how new Social Security rules could affect middle-class retirees and workers, from reduced benefits to shifting filing strategies.

Medical Daily

Why Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms Are Different for Everyone: The Unpredictable Truth About MS Disease

Why do multiple sclerosis symptoms vary widely? Learn how MS disease causes unpredictable neurological symptoms through lesion location, immune response, disease type, and individual triggers.

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58 Times People Were So Smart It Was Borderline Creepy

You get smart. Then you get uncomfortably smart. That rare, off-the-charts, stop-everyone-in-their-tracks type of intelligence that is both a wonder and a ‘WTH?!’ to witness. From a guy who struggled to read but taught himself college chemistry from a textbook in one evening, to a child with an intellectual disability…

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Champions for women's health and equality honoured

Gender equality, mental health, disability and women's health champions have been recognised in this year's Australia Day honours.

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How A VFX Artist’s Real-Life Experience With Disability Inspired Him To Make The Movie Paper Bag Plan

The writer/director talks about his authentic gem.

The Guardian - UK

John Knight obituary

Disability campaigner at Leonard Cheshire whose mischievous personality brought a fresh perspective to the charity

The Guardian - AU

Nationals meet after three frontbenchers resign – as it happened

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The Guardian - UK

Going for gold – and the grassroots: how Loughborough University is levelling the playing field in para sport

From the Paralympics to school PE, Loughborough’s expertise in sports tech and social research is widening accessibility for everyone

The Guardian - AU

NDIS tool to determine support not tested on variety of disability types – including diverse autism, experts warn

Exclusive: Experts also alarmed ICAN tool – a three-hour interview – may be conducted by people with no allied health background

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