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Do you use a mobility scooter or motorised wheelchair?
Following a campaign by NSW Senator John Williams and the National Party, the Senate Standing Committee on Rural and Regional Affairs and Transport is undertaking an Inquiry on the need for regulation of mobility scooters and motorised wheelchairs.
Dan Tehan Appointed New Minister for Social Services
Dan Tehan has been appointed the new minister for social services – the fourth appointment to the role in as many years – as outgoing minister Christian Porter takes up the role of attorney-general.
Matt Wells appointed Referee Commissioner for NWBL and WNWBL
A past referee, educator and advocate for wheelchair basketball, Matt Wells has been appointed as the referee commissioner for Australia's national wheelchair leagues, the NWBL and WNWBL.
Wells' involvement in the sport of wheelchair basketball has spanned over 20 years including refereeing at three Paralympics.
ASC PUBLISHES Australian Physical Literacy Definition and Draft Australian Physical Literacy Standard
The ASC are delighted to announce the release of the Australian Physical Literacy Definition (the Definition) and the Draft Australian Physical Literacy Standard (the Standard). These represent vital first steps in the ASC's mission to counteract the decline in movement while supporting the increase in participation across sport, physical activity and recreation.
Wheelchair Rugby Wrap-up - 2017 GIO Wheelchair Rugby National Championship
From 2-5 August 2017, six (6) of the world’s finest teams showed why wheelchair rugby is ‘Not just your regular seat at the rugby’. Two Championships were on offer - the 2017 GIO Wheelchair Rugby National Championship and the GIO 2018 IWRF Wheelchair Rugby World Championship Official Test Event.
2017 GIO Wheelchair Rugby National Championship – not your regular seat at the Rugby!
From August 2 - 5, six of the world’s finest wheelchair rugby teams, including three international teams, will do battle on court in the 2017 GIO Wheelchair Rugby National Championship and the GIO 2018 IWRF Wheelchair Rugby World Championship Official Test Event
DSA Board appoints John Croll as new Chairman
It is with great pleasure that the Board of Disability Sports Australia announces the appointment Mr John Croll as the Chairman of DSA.
John Croll has worked in the media industry for more than 30 years and was appointed Chief Executive Officer of Isentia in 1999
Prince Harry launches the 2018 Invictus Games in Sydney
Prince Harry, Patron of the Invictus Games Foundation, has officially launched the countdown to the fourth Invictus Games at a celebration to mark 500 days to go until the opening ceremony of Invictus Games Sydney 2018.
500 days to 2018 IWRF Wheelchair Rugby World Championship
Disability Sports Australia (DSA) today marked the 500 day countdown to the International Wheelchair Rugby Federation (IWRF) GIO 2018 IWRF Wheelchair Rugby World Championship to be held in Sydney, August 2018 with the announcement of a historic corporate partnership and appointment of the Championship Patron at Government House, Sydney.Write here...
DSA welcomes two new Board members
It is with great pleasure that we announce to you today the appointment of two new directors to the Board of Disability Sports Australia. John Croll and Elizabeth Rushbrook.
Join the Purple Hearts soccer team!
The Purple Hearts is an initiative of the Randwick City Football Club created out of the vision to be an inclusive club that uses the power of sport to promote friendship, commitment and team spirit... and they want YOU!
Are you the Rollers next Head Coach?
Basketball Australia is on the hunt for a new Head Coach for the Aussie Rollers men's Wheelchair Basketball team.
The Rollers have enjoyed success at Paralympic and World Championship level (current back to back World Champions) and the men's Wheelchair program includes an U23 National team (Spinners). The Rollers Head coach will have an influential role in both programs.
Have your say on improvements to the Australian Disability Employment Services
The Australian Government is introducing a new model of Disability Employment Services (DES) from 2018, and wants your feedback.
Wheelchair Dance Sport is coming to Australia! Get involved!
Are you ready to dance? Disability Sports Australia is happy to announce that Wheelchair Dance Sport is coming to Australia but we need you! No experience required!
Be Active Western Stars shine brightest at WNWBL Finals
The 2016 Women’s National Wheelchair Basketball League (WNWBL) concluded last weekend with the Be Active Western Stars completing a clean sweep during the finals weekend to secure the 2016 Championship.
Research participants wanted
Are you a male between 18-35 years of age and are physically active?
Peta Forsyth, a PhD Scholar in Paralympic Sports from the Australian Institute of Sport is conducting research on comparing able-bodied and spinal cord injured athletes during exercise in the heat.
DSA and AFL announce partnership to develop Wheelchair Aussie Rules
The AFL today announced the official partnership with Disability Sport Australia (DSA) to develop Wheelchair Australian Football.
‘Wheelchair Aussie Rules’ was developed to provide all Australian Football enthusiasts with or without a disability with an Australian Football experience that has strong parallels with the traditional game. Based on AFL rules and played on a basketball or netball court, this wheelchair sport is open to anyone to play.
Australia wins bid to host the 2018 IWRF Wheelchair Rugby World Championship
Disability Sports Australia (DSA), the national body representing athletes with a physical disability, has won an international bidding process to host the International Wheelchair Rugby World Championships in Sydney in August 2018.
2016 Australian Under-18 Championships and Kevin Coombs Cup
The Under-18 Australian Junior Championships and Kevin Coombs Cup will be up for grabs this weekend as the competitions tip-off in Forestville, South Australia from April 16-23.
Continuing the vital pathway for junior basketball athletes in Australia, the Under-18's holds great significance and is a brilliant showcase for the sport.