Why ‘noisy’ electric cars could save Australian lives
New rules will force electric and hybrid vehicles to make sounds at low speeds next year, in a move that could save the lives of Australian pedestrians.
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Students with disability diminished in education revamp
A bold plan to boost university numbers has been accused of perpetuating low expectations of students with disabilities.
Disability scheme overhaul transforms access to support
An overhaul of the government's disability scheme could change the way Australians access support funding and give powers to the program's watchdog.
‘We’re concerned’: states revolt over NDIS cost fears
State and territory leaders are calling for transparency about NDIS costs as they push back against planned reforms, which they say are being rushed.
Disability provider faces $1.8m fine over burns death
Kyah Lucas died from burns after being bathed by two LiveBetter disability support workers in 2022. The disability support provider now faces a hefty fine.
Working from home under spotlight as flexibility fades
As corporations begin limiting pandemic-era work arrangements, the government is examining whether Australian workers should have a right to work from home.
Australians with disability to gain extra job support
A plan to provide support and more sustainable job opportunities for Australians with disabilities and high support needs will be released by the government.
Qantas taken to court over dog discrimination claim
Qantas is being taken to court over the airline's decision not to allow a woman's assistance dog to travel with her on its planes.
‘Shonky’ NDIS providers put on notice following review
Bill Shorten has issued a warning to NDIS providers looking to make a quick profit off the scheme following the handing down of a landmark review.
‘Unbalanced’ disability system needs rapid change
Once considered world-leading, the effectiveness of the National Disability Insurance Scheme has been questioned as its cost continues to surge.
Mental health spiral behind ‘hare-brained’ $395m fraud
Demetrios Charisiou has admitted a $395 million investment fraud involving NDIS-supported housing, claiming he was in a manic state during the offending.
Human rights complaint made over detainee of 11 years
An official complaint to Queensland's human rights watchdog has been made over the "inhumane" treatment of a disabled man detained at a facility for 11 years.
Electric chargers could change to leave no one behind
Australians with disabilities are being urged to have their say on electric car chargers and what needs to change to ensure more drivers can use them.
Shorten urges united approach to commission findings
Bill Shorten has urged jurisdictions to work together to determine the best way to implement findings from the disability royal commission.
Historic disability report a path to ‘inclusive future’
Disability advocates have welcomed the release of a landmark report into failures in the sector and vow to use it to start a journey towards a fairer society.
Phase out of segregated schools ‘wildly inadequate’
A Greens senator wants special schools for students with disabilities to be phased out by 2030, rather than the 2051 deadline proposed by a royal commission.
‘Harrowing’ disability report reveals need for change
A royal commission has made 222 recommendations, including new laws to enshrine rights for those with disabilities.
‘Disturbing’ disability report to finally be laid bare
A long-awaited final report by the disability royal commission will make for "disturbing reading", a senior government minister has warned.
Long-awaited disability inquiry report to be released
After hearing from more than 10,000 Australians over four years, the disability royal commission's final report and recommendations will be released.
‘Disturbing’ disability inquiry report to be released
After hearing from more than 10,000 Australians over four years, the disability royal commission's final report and recommendations will be released.
‘Disturbing’ disability report set for public release
After hearing from more than 10,000 Australians over four years, the disability royal commission's final report and recommendations has been released.
Disability inquiry calls for urgent government response
The head of the disability royal commission has thrown down a challenge for all governments to respond to abuse and neglect exposed by the long-running inquiry.
Boys’ mistreatment prompts action on disability report
Five recommendations put forward by the disability royal commission will be adopted fully or in principle by the Queensland government.
Dodgy NDIS claims continue to rise as two men accused
Two Adelaide men are the latest to be accused of trying to defraud the NDIS as the federal minister reveals the number of tip-offs and referrals is increasing.
Aussies encouraged to sound off on electric car safety
Australians are being asked whether electric vehicles should make more noise, technology that one report says could save dozens of lives.
Anglicare failed to properly investigate sexual assault
The Disability Royal Commission has found Anglicare failed to report or properly investigate a sexual assault on a woman at a respite centre in Queensland.
Disability commission finds litany of care failings
Revelations of multiple failings by government agencies have come after two brothers living with disabilities were found malnourished and locked in a bedroom.
Child protection body ‘missing opportunities’ on abuse
The Queensland Family and Child Commission wants to address abuse but often cannot help individual children until it is too late, an inquiry has heard.
Abuse of locked-up brothers preventable, inquiry told
Interactions between the Queensland government and the family of two brothers found malnourished and locked in a room are being examined by a royal commission.
Indigenous face double NDIS disadvantage, network says
Reform of the National Disability Insurance Scheme must include a focus on helping Indigenous Australians, an advocacy group says.
Shorten reboot to put NDIS back ‘on the right track’
Major reforms of the National Disability Insurance Scheme have been outlined by Bill Shorten to address spiralling costs and introduce long-term plans.