Our blogs
October 2023
Accessible Lego fun for everyone
There’s nothing better than inclusive fun. And we’re so pleased that Lego has produced free audio and braille instructions so more children can enjoy playing with this classic brick construction toy. But we’re also pretty sure there’s nothing worse than...Read more about Accessible Lego fun for everyone
A boy with Down syndrome has a dream
A modern Mark Twain style adventure story, THE PEANUT BUTTER FALCON tells the story of Zak, a young man with Down syndrome who runs away from his care home to attend the professional wrestling school run by his idol, The...Read more about A boy with Down syndrome has a dream
Let’s celebrate neurodiversity
Some Brains: A book celebrating neurodiversity is a heartwarming and funny picture book written by Melbourne comedian and author Nelly Thomas and illustrated by Cat MacInnes in the Some Kids series. It’s about a young girl who shows us that...Read more about Let’s celebrate neurodiversity
Aven Green Sleuthing Machine by Dusti Bowling, illustrated by Gina Perry
You’ve got to love a feisty heroine. Aven Green is a real deal sleuth who takes loads of notes and has her own Private Investigator’s kit to dust for fingerprints. Aven has a super-powered brain. She explains this by letting...Read more about Aven Green Sleuthing Machine by Dusti Bowling, illustrated by Gina Perry
Carer Allowance vs Carer Payment: which one is for you?
So, what’s the difference between the Carer Payment and the Carer Allowance? Both provide financial help for carers, but they’re run a little differently. The Carer Allowance is a payment of $159.30 a fortnight for people who provide daily care...Read more about Carer Allowance vs Carer Payment: which one is for you?
