QDN News Video Update – February 2022 Week 1
COVID-19
ABC Radio Brisbane Interview
ABC Radio Brisbane Interview – In response to the Open Letter sent to Commonwealth and State Governments Today our open letter to the Commonwealth and State Governments that calls on immediate action to prioritise COVID-19 safety measures for people living with disability, was discussed on ABC Radio Brisbane. Click below to listen, it starts … Read More
ABC Radio National Interview
ABC Radio National Interview – Morrison Government accused of ignoring people with disability in Omicron wave QDN and Health Consumers Queensland recently forwarded a letter to Commonwealth and State disability and health ministers from both organisations, along with allies from across the disability and health sectors, seeking vital supplies, services and supports in the … Read More
Open Letter to Commonwealth and State governments calling for immediate actions
OPEN LETTER – Commonwealth and State Governments called on for immediate actions required to prioritise COVID-19 safety measures for Queenslanders with disability QDN and Health Consumers Queensland have forwarded a letter to Commonwealth and State disability and health ministers from both organisations, along with allies from across the disability and health sectors, seeking vital supplies, … Read More
ABC News story – The impact of COVID-19 on people with disabilities
ABC News story – The impact of COVID-19 on people with disabilities During this news report QDN members were able to share their stories and call for change. QDN is and will continue to work to ensure Governments hear the voice of Queenslanders with disability and they take action around these urgent issues. Episode … Read More
Just announced – COVID-19 Webinar for People with Disability TOMORROW Thursday 20 January
Just announced – COVID-19 Webinar for People with Disability TOMORROW Thursday 20 January The Commonwealth Department of Health is hosting a webinar on COVID-19 for people with disability on Thursday, 20 January 2022, from 2pm – 3pm AEST. The session focus on issues such as: What does Omicron mean for people with disability? What mask … Read More
QDN Member – COVID-19 Update
QDN Member – COVID-19 Update Workforce – Critically Essential Workers The Commonwealth and State Governments are working around critical essential workers for industries where shortages have significant impact on people. At National Cabinet today 14 January 2022, a range of different industries were listed including disability. Guidelines and information about this will be developed. The … Read More
It is an important time to get your COVID-19 vaccinations or booster doses.
It is an important time to get your COVID-19 vaccinations or booster doses. If you need to make a booking you can search for local bookings at https://covid-vaccine.healthdirect.gov.au/booking/ There is a user guide to this booking site available on Queensland Health’s website at https://www.qld.gov.au/health/conditions/health-alerts/coronavirus-covid-19/protect-yourself-others/covid-19-vaccine/book along with other information and resources. If you need support over the … Read More
Holiday season greetings
Holiday season greetings Dear QDN Members and Supporters, As we come to the end of 2021 we want to thank you our QDN members, supporters and allies for your support during what has been another challenging year. As a member driven organization is we are especially proud of QDN’s its many achievements during the … Read More
COVID-19 Update – December 2021 Week 3
COVID-19 Update – December 2021 Week 3 As the COVID-19 situation is rapidly changing in Australia, we encourage you to keep on top of health alerts, you can find this information here. With the spread of the Omicron variant and the opening of the Queensland border, it might be a good time to remember to … Read More