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Something special happens when disability support and art come together.

Music is a powerful (and fun) thing.

Life Without Barriers and JobLife Employment support young people with disability to find work.

The Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers parade with Nerrida Wolfe.

"It is a strategy that is reflecting the voices and insights of people with disability and the sector that sup...

In the lead up to International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD), DAWN Co-Chair Emily Reaper shares her e...

Life Without Barriers is pleased to announce a partnership with La Trobe University’s, Living with Disability ...

Not all disabilities are visible.

Damien is dancing his way into all our hearts.

By Lesley Chenoweth AO, Emeritus Professor Griffith University.

Tex is ready to take on the world with a little help from his support staff.

LIVING your dreams is never an easy ask, but when you are a person with complex needs, in a wheelchair and non...

We are incredibly proud to be a part of this project, which recognises the importance of providing greater hou...

This page provides information for people in our disability services, their families and support networks abou...

"We invest in technology that is person-focused, through consultation and giving feedback.”

How a training initiative has inspired positive momentum in the community.

Life Without Barriers is working with the Federal Government and other disability service providers to provide...

Small changes. Big differences.

Life Without Barriers supports the Federal Government’s announcement today to boost vaccine support for people...

Is there a disability support star in your life who deserves to be nominated?

How can we ensure people with disability are able to get the homes they want and need?

Hearing loss can be a devastating experience, it is also a fairly common one in Australia with 1 in every 7 Au...

Many travellers like to take each day as it comes, however if you or your travelling companion has a disabilit...

People with disability experience more barriers to employment than people without - we think this is unaccepta...

Beyond the support that Mat receives from Life Without Barriers, he helps the community understand the challen...

Dean is proud to have begun work in supported employment with Afford!

Resident graphic designer Dom Freestone brings an array of talent, creativity, ambition and experience to work...

Right now, nearly three quarters of Australians with mobility impairment live in housing which does not meet t...

From needing his mum for everything to thriving in Supported Accommodation.

One of the ways we celebrated IDPWD in WA was by running a free Employment Workshop and Football Coaching Clin...

Fun, games and a Lord Mayor’s Champion Award nomination.

A piece on International Day of People with Disability by Chief Executive of Life Without Barriers Claire Robb...

Not all disabilities are visible - I can come across as disorganised, rude or strange.

Keeping in line with this years International Day of People with Disabilities (IDPwD) Allan highlights the abi...

Free Employment Workshop and Footy Coaching Clinic for people with disability interested in finding a job or p...

While residents and staff in Victoria’s Supported Independent Living (SIL) houses emerge out of lockdown, peop...

Judy had always dreamed of being a bride. At 69 years old Judy’s dream came true with the support of her Life ...

The NDIA is working to improve Supported Independent Living (SIL). They have already made some improvements to...

NDIS funds can be used to support students to transition to work, significantly improving their post school em...

We welcome the Federal Government’s response to the Tune review and introduction of the new NDIS Participant S...

New South Wales and Victorian disability services will now be able to claim costs directly from the National D...

We have openings in our Life Without Barriers award-winning fine art program at Goodwood, for people who have ...

The Australian Health Sector Emergency Response Plan for Novel Coronavirus guides the Australian health sector...

Joe has moved into a supported living home in Sydney, and is enjoying every moment!

Choice and control were at the forefront as staff supported residents to turn an unused space in their share h...

Tyson is looking forward to the Integrated Football League season starting again soon in Perth.

Six tips from the Disability Ability Wellness Network (DAWN).

Adapting to new safety measures amid the COVID-19 pandemic, people who receive our Disability Lifestyle Suppor...

At Life Without Barriers’ Shared and Supported Living houses social isolation hasn’t stopped the fun and games...

The Disability Information Helpline provides information and referrals for people with disability who need hel...

Transitioning to independent living has been a very positive step for Claire, and has helped her grow hugely a...

A visit to our Tuggerah office led to the creation of Adam’s very own catering and delivery business.

Taking the responsibility of being a pet owner seriously, Emma is having a wonderful time feeding and caring f...

‘F.I.T.S’ or Footy Integrated Training Session, is an exercise program specifically designed for Aussie Rules ...

Our Disability Ability Wellness Network (DAWN) Committee shares some insights on what people with disability m...

It’s always tempting to pet a pooch passing by, but when it’s a guide dog or assistance dog on duty, there is ...

Showcasing the power of support and technology, Tasha Paddy lives with cerebral palsy while pursuing an impres...

It has been a big year for Clive, who was supported by Life Without Barriers to achieve his goal of moving to ...

A wheelchair is more than a mobility device, it means independence.

Our teams know the importance of being in-tune with the behaviours of the people we support, that way they can...

Information has been released from the NDIS around support for people with disability affected by the bushfire...

It Begins With Drawing is a new exhibition launched recently by a series of artists supported by Life Without ...

To celebrate International Day of People with Disability, local disability providers in Rocherlea, Tasmania ho...

When it comes to the question 'is there disabled access?' a yes isn't always a yes.

Here is a wrap up of some of the events Life Without Barriers took part in on IDPwD.

Today is a very special day – its International Day of People with Disability (IDPWD) – and everyone across th...

Paul’s experience of being a person with disability in the workforce hasn’t always been positive.

Norfolk Island, located off the Queensland coast is an idyllic place to live and raise a family, but prior to ...

Imagine you spent three or four years completing a degree and all your university friends were easily able to ...

“With Life Without Barriers, the difference is that I don’t have to ask. People come up to me and say, ‘Is tha...

Based west of Launceston in regional Tasmania, foster carer Nelly is an admirable force.

“I think organisations need to look at what people with disability can bring as opposed to what they can’t. So...

Everyone deserves the chance to gain meaningful employment. Yet, far too many people with disability are denie...

I felt so proud – I was over the moon and was happy I could finally say I had a job!

Life Without Barriers and Joblife Employment, a Disability Employment Service, have joined forces again to tak...

How far has Australia progressed with ensuring that people with disability have the same rights as other citiz...

With International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) only two weeks away, it’s time to plan how you’ll cel...

In the spirit of International Day of People with Disability, we tackle the biggest myths and misconceptions a...