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Apply for 2027’s Fiona McBurney Match Day Experience

6 November 2026 The program and its history The program aims to connect sport and disability by providing a unique experience for individuals with Down syndrome to undertake an official guest AFL trainer role for the AFL umpires on match day.   The Fiona McBurney Match Day Experience… Read More

DSWA – Special Olympics Update from Tristan

DSWA – Special Olympics Update from Tristan My name is Tristan, I’m 16 years old, and I recently competed in my first Special Olympics National Games in ten pin bowling in Melbourne. It was an amazing experience, especially as it was my first time flying and staying… Read More

DSWA – Special Olympics Update from Anna

DSWA – Special Olympics Update from Anna I was really lucky to be chosen for the WA Special Olympics team to go to nationals in Melbourne. My sport was ballroom dancing. I did a solo dance of the Cha Cha with my coach Darryl and wore a… Read More

DSWA – New DSWAAN Members

DSWA – New DSWAAN Members It is time for us to add some new members to the Down Syndrome WA Advisory Network (DSWAAN).  We are looking for four new members.   To join us, you need to be over 18.  Be able to come to meetings… Read More

DSWA – What’s On

DSWA – What’s On What’s on at DSWA! For details of the events below see our e-News (https://www.downsyndrome.org.au/wa/news-and-events/down-syndrome-wa-newsletters/), go to our Events (https://www.downsyndrome.org.au/wa/news-and-events/events/) page or contact us – admin@downsyndromewa.org.au… Read More

DSAN October monthly update with Anna

We’re thrilled to share a monthly update from the Down Syndrome Advisory Network (DSAN) – a national group of people with Down syndrome who meet fortnightly to build their skills and share their views. This month, we hear from Anna. Read More

DSWA – Project Officer Vacancy

DSWA – Project Officer Vacancy We are hiring for a fabulous, short term contract role to deliver our 40th Anniversary projects. Project Officer – 40th AnniversaryDown Syndrome WA | Part-time (18 hours per week), fixed-term (9 November 2026 – 30 April 2027) | Belmont… Read More

DSWA – Telethon Weekend!

DSWA – Telethon Weekend! What an amazing Telethon7 Perth weekend! We had such a fantastic time meeting so many lovely people! Thank you to everyone who stopped by to say hello and helped bring our trees to life with your beautiful colouring. Read More

DSWA – Annual Report 25/26

DSWA – Annual Report 25/26 We are delighted to present the adopted 2026 DSWA Annual Report. The report highlights the stories and achievements of our members and the extraordinary scope of programs and work of the DSWA team. Read our Annual Report at https://www.downsyndrome.org.au/wa/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2026/10/DSWA-2026-Annual-Report-WEB.pdf… Read More

Meet three of our 2026 DSV trekkers

26 October 2026 Down Syndrome Victoria has an annual trek where participants get to hike through some of Australia’s most stunning locations while also raising funds for DSV. Their efforts support people with Down syndrome in Victoria and help us work towards a society where people… Read More

NDIS October update 

16 October 2026 This month, our NDIS update is about: general NDIS changes and news news for FitSkills21 and Club21 participants. General NDIS changes and news When opening the NDIS app or logging into the myplace portal, you may have received a notification about changes to… Read More

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