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News — Living With a Disability

New Australian-first gene therapy gives Rylee and Saman sight at night — and the chance at a new life

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New Australian-first gene therapy gives Rylee and Saman sight at night — and the chance at a new life

Late one night, Rylee Jebara woke to see dark objects lingering around his room.

"I was like, 'That's it, I'm seeing ghosts, I'm going to die,'" the aspiring artist said. 

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Blind Sports and Recreation president Maurice Gleeson wins lifetime achievement award

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Blind Sports and Recreation president Maurice Gleeson wins lifetime achievement award

Every story Maurice Gleeson tells ends with an inspiring life lesson. 

One of his favourites is: "Changes and challenges are always going to be a part of our lives".

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NDIS eligibility age limit challenged by Paralympians in campaign for change

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NDIS eligibility age limit challenged by Paralympians in campaign for change

Former Paralympians Ron Finneran and Chris Sparks have represented Australia at the highest level. 

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COVID 'Freedom Day' is a terrifying prospect for some people. I am one of them

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COVID 'Freedom Day' is a terrifying prospect for some people. I am one of them

I recently received a text from a friend asking: "Are you excited for freedom?" A beat skipped before I replied — I struggled to find the words to say.

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Push for NDIS to fund private swimming lessons for children with autism

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Push for NDIS to fund private swimming lessons for children with autism

Families of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are worried their kids will be missing out on vital water safety skills, with the National Disability Insurance Scheme refusing to fund one-on-one swimming lessons.

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