The Federal Budget has confirmed that NDIS reform will continue over the coming years. While many details are still being finalised, support coordinators are already navigating changes that may affect participants’ plans, funding and access to supports. At Able Australia, we’re committed to working alongside support coordinators to help participants continue receiving high-quality, person-centred support […]
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We recognise that disability is a natural part of human diversity. Too often barriers in our society prevent people from participating fully. These barriers may be: physical, communication, attitudinal systemic But all limit opportunities for inclusion, participation and connection. Disability Pride is about celebrating identity and achievement while continuing to advocate for a world where everyone is included. Throughout […]
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During Deafblind Awareness Week in June, we were excited to see Travel Without Limits share Chris O’Kane’s story from this year’s National Deafblind Camp. Chris, 75, became the oldest person at Oasis Camp to ride the flying fox for the first time. But for Chris, camp is so much more than any one activity. It’s […]
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Sunday morning brought another shared breakfast before the group packed up for the journey home. On the way back, they stopped at Lilydale Falls, enjoying a walk through the bush to see the waterfalls. A final stop in Campbell Town for lunch gave everyone time to relax before arriving home. Weekends like this are about more […]
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Welcome to this edition of Better Days, Over the past few months, we have continued bringing together the best parts of Able Australia and Mosaic to build a stronger, more connected organisation that is ready to support people through a changing NDIS environment. During this time, we launched our new Strategic Plan for 2026 to […]
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I think having shared experiences with people and learning new ways to communicate and learning that other people have obstacles like I do, but we just learn ways to overcome them – Melinda Throughout camp there was a strong focus on activities that were tactile, sensory and fully accessible. An Orientation and Mobility workshop gave […]
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For Cody and his mum Mel, a recent day at the beach became something they will remember for a long time. The Disabled Surfers Association of Tasmania (DSA) runs events that support people to experience the joy of surfing. Mel had been thinking about taking Cody for a while, but like many parents, she wondered […]
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Listening to Children, Every Day: How Able’s Voice of the Child initiative helps children share their thoughts, feelings and experiences.
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Every child has the right to be heard. At Able’s Children’s Sevices, a new initiative called Voice of the Child helps make sure that happens every day. The initiative was thoughtfully designed by Able’s Client and Family Coordinator, Chris Oakley. It gives children a simple and accessible way to share how they are feeling and what their […]
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The Tasmanian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (TASCAT) is currently seeking expressions of interest for sessional members. This may be of interest to people with lived experience, or those who support or advocate for others. What is this opportunity? TASCAT has invited applications for sessional membership. Sessional members support the Tribunal to hear and make decisions […]
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Rachael and Margie have been housemates for 7 years – but their friendship runs much deeper. They have known each other since childhood. Rachael says “before I could communicate, Margie used to help me get my message across”. These days the tables have turned, Margie explains “Sometimes when there’s a new support worker starting, they […]