E-Blast: Human Rights Bill introduced to Queensland Parliament Queenslanders will soon be protected under a Human Rights Act after a bill was tabled in State Parliament yesterday. The Queensland act has been modelled on the Victorian Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities Act. That includes a
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E-Blast: Queensland renters deserve the right to have a place to call home – make renting fair!
E:Blast: Queensland renters deserve the right to have a place to call home – make renting fair! Queenslanders with Disability Network (QDN) is one of 12 community based organisations who form the Make Renting Fair Alliance today (October 25 2018) launching the “Make Renting Fair” campaign. It gives a voice to Queensland renters,
Member Feedback Sought: Third Review of the Disability Standards for Accessible Public Transport 2002 (Transport Standards)
Member Feedback Sought: Third Review of the Disability Standards for Accessible Public Transport 2002 (Transport Standards) Background The Commonwealth Department of Infrastructure, Regional Development and Cities is conducting the third review of Disability Standards for accessible public transport. An issues paper and terms of reference have recently been released.
Member Update: Have your say – Reshaping the Disability Services Act 2006
Member Update: Have your say – Reshaping the Disability Services Act 2006 As Queensland transitions to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), the Queensland Government are reviewing the Disability Services Act 2006 to ensure there are laws in place to reflect the changing landscape of how supports for people with disability are funded and delivered across Australia.
Open Doors to Renting Reform
Open Doors to Renting Reform The Queensland Government want to hear from Queenslanders about their experiences of living in, owning or managing rental properties. This is an opportunity have your say on how to improve renting for everyone.
E-blast: Toowoomba community comes together for the Changing Lives, Changing Communities forum
E-blast: Toowoomba community comes together for the Changing Lives, Changing Communities forum QDN and QCOSS continue to hold community forums around the state to bring together all parts of the community to look at how we create truly inclusive and accessible communities. Over 70 people, including people with disability, broader community, service providers and government … Read More
Deception Bay LSG ‘Out and About in Our Community and Beyond Expo’
Deception Bay LSG ‘Out and About in Our Community and Beyond Expo’ Congratulations to Deception Bay Local Support Group for hosting yet another very successful Expo Celebrating Disability Awareness on 13 September 2018 at Market Square Deception Bay. The Deception Bay LSG were successful in receiving $1900 sponsorship from the Moreton Bay Regional Council, with … Read More
Bi-monthly Update – September 2018
Bi-monthly Update – September 2018 From the Chairperson I start my report this month with an acknowledgement to Mike Duggan. Mike passed away on 24 September, peacefully at his home but unexpectedly. Mike made significant contributions to a number of organisations during his life, including Community Resource Unit, Queensland Advocacy Incorporated, Lifestyle Options,
E-Blast: Vale Mike Duggan
E-Blast: Vale Mike Duggan QDN was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Mike Duggan on Monday 24 September, 2018. Mike made significant contributions to a number of organisations during his life, including Community Resource Unit, Queensland Advocacy Incorporated, Lifestyle Options, Queensland Disability Housing Coalition and QDN. He was a foundational member of QDN, … Read More
QDN welcomes Royal Commission into Aged Care
QDN welcomes Royal Commission into Aged Care Queenslanders with Disability Network (QDN) welcomes the announcement of a Royal Commission into Aged Care, and that the Royal Commission will include people with disability who live in nursing homes. There are numbers of people with disability who reside in nursing homes, including