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Reality TV shows Big Brother, The Voice and The Amazing Race helping to 'crush' stigma around disability
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When Tim McCallum was selected to be a contestant on The Voice in 2015, he told producers he wanted people to focus on his singing rather than his disability.
Up & Easy Seat Assist: Get Up Easily and Independently
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The Up & Easy Seat Assist has a gentle hydraulic action that easily raises or lowers the user to or from most any chair. This lifting cushion lifts 70% of the user's body weight to help make standing up or getting up from a chair or sofa much easier. Introducing Up & Easy Seat Assist This portable and economical lifting seat are perfect for those who need help to stand. It activates automatically as the user stands, lifting to 70% of their weight up to 154 kg. It is fully self-powered and does not require electricity, instead of using a...
Riverland radio employee with cerebral palsy wins role as disability advocate within ABC
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Bill Johnson got a foot in the door at the ABC through work experience and 15 years later he's playing a key role as a disability advocate within the national broadcaster.
New Hunter bank branch designed by people with disability improves access for everyone
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Setting up a new bank account is a rite of passage for all teenagers as they're hired in their first job or want to start saving money.
Pilbara man Luke Whatley breaks own swimming record for International Day of People with Disability
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Paraplegic Pilbara man Luke Whatley clocked up more than 10 hours in the swimming pool yesterday, to show that anyone can achieve their dreams if they put their mind to it.