12 November 2026 Support determinations: what are they and how could it impact me? Changes to funding for some NDIS supports started on 1 October 2026. These changes are called support determinations. What is a support determination and how does it… Read More
DSWA – Digital Inclusion WA Down Syndrome WA partnered with Digital Inclusion WA (https://digitalinclusionwa.org.au/) to help people become more confident with online safety and scams. Five of our members attended the Digital Community Champion training and are now ready to deliver digital info sessions in… Read More
DSWA – Special Olympics Update from Greg Greg represented WA at the Special Olympics for golf. He received 4th on handicap (and 5th on net strokes) in his division. Fantastic work Greg!… Read More
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 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 – 2026 Special Olympics Update from Anisha Anisha came home with 2 silver medals and a bronze medal. What an achievement, congratulations Anisha!… Read More
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 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 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
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 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! 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
