Fraser Coast Chronicle

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

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.

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.

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.

Deafblind woman speaks about horrific rape by care worker

A mum has revealed the harrowing moment a 22-year-old worker crept into her room, lifted up her nightdress and raped her...

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09th July 2020 5:07 PM

A mum has revealed the harrowing moment a 22-year-old worker crept into her room, lifted up her nightdress and raped her while she lay there unable to move.

TAXI WOES: Father claims son is left behind by cabs

A father has claimed his son, who is wheelchair bound due to cerebral palsy and relies on taxis for transport, is...

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28th July 2020 11:07 AM

Paul Bennati and his son Brayden, 20 say they are being ignored by local taxi services. PICTURE: MATT TAYLOR.

Employment for people with disabilities

My Ability Cafe will open soon in Duggan Street.

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28th July 2020 8:07 PM

Anger as boy left stranded for hours by taxi firm

An 11-year-old boy has been left stranded for hours by a taxi firm despite millions given to the industry to buy wheelchair...

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04th Sept. 2020 11:09 AM

An 11-year-old boy has been left stranded for hours by a taxi firm despite millions given to the industry to buy wheelchair accessible vehicles.

Heartwarming moment baby hears mum’s voice for first time

Baby Emelia was born with a heartbreaking deafness. Her family has shared their footage of the moment she heard her parents...

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23rd Oct. 2020 7:10 PM

Baby Emelia Shadwell when she first hears sound after being fitted with hearing aids. Picture: Supplied

Autistic girl handcuffed at school

A nine-year-old girl with autism was led out of school in handcuffs after a meltdown and says police have previously...

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28th Oct. 2020 8:10 PM

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