DSWA E News December 2023 Read our December e-News for updates on 2024 Gala, Upcoming Aim High, Friends for Life and Kids Club events, 2024 workshops and the School holiday program for teens – https://www.downsyndrome.org.au/wa/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2023/12/DSWA-E-News-December-2023.pdf… Read More
The NDIS Review Report was released on Thursday, 7 December, and presents 26 recommendations and 139 actions to improve the NDIS. Over the coming months DSV will be releasing some varying perspectives on the review recommendations, and what they mean for different people in our community. Read More
14 December, 2023 Down Syndrome Australia is delighted to announce the appointment of The Hon. Matthew Mason-Cox to the board. Matthew brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the board. Matthew retired from the NSW Parliament in 2023, having most recently served as President of the NSW Legislative Council… Read More
Open Employment Success for Jack Jack started his journey in open employment at The Boxman in November last year. Working in his permanent role as a Storeperson/General Hand, in the beginning, Jack’s role included strapping bundles of cartons, stocking the showroom, and supporting the factory tea. As he progressed,… Read More
7 December 2023 Down Syndrome Queensland note the importance today of the release of the much anticipated NDIS review. We are busy working through the reports 26 key recommendations and 139 actions and the implications for our community and families. We look forward to working with the Queensland government on… Read More
7 December, 2023 The Australian Government has released the NDIS Review Report after a 12 month review. DSA has been an active part of this review, and is calling on the Government to ensure it implements the range of recommendations and supporting actions to support people with Down syndrome,… Read More
DSWA November E-news Read our November e-News for updates on Ready for Work program, Christmas party, Workshops, and Upcoming Events – https://www.downsyndrome.org.au/wa/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2023/11/DSWA-E-News-November-2023.pdf… Read More
Dear members, supporters and partners, Please see below some updates from Daniel Payne, CEO Down Syndrome Victoria, before 2023 comes to a close. Down Syndrome Awareness Month 2023 I wanted to take this opportunity to express my sincere gratitude for your support, enthusiasm and generosity during Down Syndrome Awareness Month. Whether you participated… Read More
Thank you, thank you CWA Cockburn We were thrilled to receive a phone call from Noeline Locke, Treasurer of the Country Women’s Association in Cockburn, offering a generous donation of $500 for Down Syndrome WA to use in our regional projects. This is such a kind gesture, and we… Read More
If you haven’t quite finished your Christmas shopping and are looking for inspiration, our gift guide has it all! Check out the following businesses and wrap up your Christmas shopping today! There are many great gift ideas, including artwork, craft and paintings, clothing, candles, a book and delicious… Read More
DSWA What’s On… Read More
Down Syndrome Victoria and Northeast Health Wangaratta are working together to find a Health Ambassador to work at Northeast Health Wangaratta. North West Health (NHW) is the major health provider in the Central Hume region with an extensive range of acute, sub-acute, aged care and community services. We are… Read More
