The Greens demand a dedicated Minister for Disability
Today in Budget Estimates, NSW Premier Chris Minns acknowledged the Government's shortcomings in addressing the needs of the disability sector. Will he back his words with action and ensure the needs of...
NSW is lagging so far behind on all things accessible transport
Today in Question Time, Abigail asked when we will finally see the new Disability Standards for Accessible Public Transport.
Carers play a vital role in our society
Today Abigail spoke about the important role that carers play in the everyday lives of millions of people with disability, older people and children.
Inclusive employment for women with disability
The Victorian Government recently partnered with Women with Disabilities Victoria to fund an employment program supporting women with disability to secure work in health, social and disability services. Women with disability bring...
World Toilet Day 2023
19 November is World Toilet Day! What's that all about? Today Abigail passed a call for the government to eliminate barriers to accessing sanitation faced by 24% of Australians.
Domestic and family violence services are hugely inaccessible for women with disability
Today in Parliament Abigail passed a motion highlighting the significant barriers women with disability face when accessing domestic, family and sexual violence services.
Down Syndrome Awareness Month 2023
October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month. Today Abigail gave notice of a motion calling out the continued failures of successive governments that have driven the barriers that people with Down syndrome face...
Disability Royal Commission's Final Report and Recommendations
Today in Parliament Abigail's motion passed unanimously, calling on the NSW Government to step up and do their part to consider the Disability Royal Commission's recommendations.
We need more Wheelchair Accessible Taxis!
Abigail passed a call in Parliament for the NSW Govt to improve the availability of Wheelchair Accessible Taxis (WATs) across our state.
Disability Pride Festival 2023
Abigail passed a motion in Parliament about the success of this year's Disability Pride Festival.