Fraser Coast Chronicle

Generous donation gives mate his independence back

The donation means Ian Templeman has the freedom to go to the shops or visit nearby mates without needing to call for...

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20th June 2020 1:06 PM

Men of League Foundation members Mark Hanson and Greg Pershouse present Ian Templeman with his mobility scooter.

Someone used car of a woman who died from extreme neglect

An unknown person who was driving disabled neglect victim Ann Marie Smith’s car racked up $2000 in traffic fines – and then...

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19th June 2020 4:06 PM

An unknown person who was driving disabled neglect victim Ann Marie Smith’s car racked up $2000 in traffic fines – and then used her cash to pay them.

NDIS failed to probe death and rape, MP claims

Claims carers raped an intellectually disabled person, a death and another sexual assault allegation went uninvestigated by...

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19th June 2020 11:06 AM

Claims carers raped an intellectually disabled person, a death and another sexual assault allegation went uninvestigated by the NDIS watchdog.

Chance to improve Coast disability access

The council is calling on community members to be part of a new, inclusive committee.

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15th June 2020 4:06 PM

The council is looking for volunteers for its Inclusive Access Advisory Committee. Photo: File

Disability pension fail for woman who suffered stroke

A woman who had a stroke days after a prolapse operation has had ongoing health issues and still failed the tests for the...

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03rd June 2020 8:06 PM

A woman who had a stroke days after a prolapse operation has had ongoing health issues and still failed the tests for the disability pension.

Sister wants NDIS answers for brothers ‘sad lonely’ death

The sad and lonely death of a man whose body was undiscovered for months after he was forgotten by the National Disability...

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23rd May 2020 7:05 AM

The sad and lonely death of a man whose body was undiscovered for months after he was forgotten by the National Disability Insurance Scheme is being reviewed.

Care provider took two weeks to report Ann Marie’s death

The company responsible for caring for Ann Marie Smith before her shocking death has been slugged with a large fine.

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21st May 2020 8:05 PM

The company responsible for caring for Ann Marie Smith before her shocking death has been slugged with a large fine.

Disability royal commissioner appalled by Ann Marie’s death

The 'degrading' death of cerebral palsy sufferer Ann Marie Smith has appalled the chairman of the disability royal...

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20th May 2020 8:05 PM

The 'degrading' death of cerebral palsy sufferer Ann Marie Smith has appalled the chairman of the disability royal commission.

Ann Marie’s carer hires top lawyer as police investigate

The woman employed to care for Ann Marie Smith for six years before her death in 'disgusting and degrading' circumstances...

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19th May 2020 6:05 PM

The woman employed to care for Ann Marie Smith for six years before her death in 'disgusting and degrading' circumstances has been identified.

From ‘bed bound’ to renowned wheelchair athlete

From being bed bound for 10 years to becoming an athlete — even Natasha Price is surprised at her turnaround.

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02nd May 2020 1:05 PM

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