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ParaQuad NSW

Locality: Newington

Phone: +61 2 8741 5600

Address: 6 Holker Street Newington NSW 2127 Newington, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.paraquad.org.au

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25.01.2022 The Big Night In is back with John Foreman and a host of artists including Isaiah Firebrace, Eddy Perfect and Christine Anu to name a few. Tune in on Wednesday nights to watch the live stream on Facebook or YouTube. Arts Centre Melbourne ... https://bit.ly/2H8fstg

25.01.2022 Next week is #NationalCarersWeek and a time to celebrate those wonderful people who look after others every day. Carers Australia is hosting an online forum on 15 October focusing on young carers and hosted by the amazing Jan Fran It will be livestreamed from 5.00pm AEST, simply follow their page to get the alert.... #Carers

24.01.2022 A new bionic glove being developed in Australia could see paralysis patients achieve greater autonomy. A soft robotic garment designed to be worn on paralysed hands, the KinoGlove will enable paralysis patients to achieve hand function, triggered by the users own thoughts. #SpinalCordInjury

24.01.2022 Central Station, Sydney building works this weekend! Sydney Trains have advised that from 10pm Friday 18 September to 4am Monday 21 September 2020 the lift and the new escalators between the Grand Concourse and Northern Concourse at Central Station will be closed for Sydney Metro construction works. Alternative stairs, escalators and lift are available outside the Opal gates. ... For the lift from Grand Concourse to Platform 16 to 25, go to the west side of the Grand Concourse to the lift near the Baggage Storage shop. For the lift from Eddy Ave to Platform 1 to 12, go west along Eddy Avenue towards Pitt Street to the lift near the Café du Nord shop. If you need any help at all, please see station staff who are more than happy to help!

24.01.2022 Dylan is 'locked and loaded' ready for his title defence at #RolandGarros Check out what Dylan and the rest of the Aussie contingent have been up to in Paris. #WheelchairTennis

24.01.2022 On December 7, 2020, Dr Martin addressed the house of representatives for International Day of People with Disability. Having been celebrated for her contribution to the community herself, Dr Martin recognised those living with a disability in the community and the organisations that provide support. We are incredibly grateful for Dr Martin for mentioning our organisation among the list of exceptional service providers who work long and hard to deliver such support. In her speech, Dr Martin acknowledged the work that we do to ensure that 'those living with spinal cord injury have the advocacy and support needed to live a life of choice and independence.'

23.01.2022 Fantastic results from the #USOpen2020 with Dylan making it 2 from 2 matches beating Andy Lapthorne 6-1 7-6. On to the Singles Final tomorrow!!! #WheelchairTennis

23.01.2022 Powerchair Sports Victoria caught up with rising #PowerchairFootball star Shaun Millett for a chat including his upcoming debit with Melbourne City FC Powerchair Team

22.01.2022 How good is this! Dylan Alcott and Andy Lapthorne #USOpen2020 quad wheelchair doubles champions!!!!

21.01.2022 If you're into #podcasts then here's one for your list. "All In The Mind" is presented by James O'Brien and Lynne Malcolm (presenter of the ABC RN show) and it covers a whole host of topics about how the mind works. The latest episode covers research on #SpinalCordInjury, info on Charles Bonnett syndrome and "COVID dreams".

21.01.2022 The Australian Human Rights Commission and the Centre of Research Excellence in Disability and Health are hosting a panel discussion on Stage 2 consultations for Australia's next National Disability Strategy, which will guide Australias disability policy for the next decade. It is on from 1.00pm AEST this Thursday 24 September and you can register via this link: https://bit.ly/3iSm4tL

21.01.2022 The Assistive Technology For All Alliance is advocating for better access to aids, equipment and assistive technology for people with disability who are not eligible for the NDIS. Do you fall into this category? Have you found it difficult to access what you need outside the NDIS? ... Then come along to their consumer webinar and have your say: Date: Thursday 17 September Time: 2 pm 4 pm (Eastern Standard Time) Location: This webinar will be conducted on Zoom RSVP: Contact Lauren Henley on (03) 9655 2140 or email [email protected] #AssistiveTechnology

20.01.2022 This year BrightSky filled close to 200,000 orders. All of which went to supporting people living with disability. We understand the critical nature of these supplies and the importance of delivering them on time. We're currently reinventing BrightSky to improve the customer experience and we hope you've noticed the difference. We look forward to serving you in 2021.

20.01.2022 October 11 to 17 is National Carers Week and a time to thank those wonderful people who look after so many, every day. As part of this week of celebration, the icare foundation is hosting a webinar on 15 October from 12 noon AEST called Caring for the Carers. It's a panel discussion with carers and the wecare team from Carers NSW. Click to register: https://bit.ly/33UrRbI... #Carers2020 #WhyWeCare

20.01.2022 Sargood on Collaroy will reopen from this Friday 25 September! A process is in place to protect staff and guests from COVID-19 and bookings can be made for a minimum 3-night up to a maximum 7-night stay. Latest info: https://bit.ly/2ZXvPzm ... #SpinalCordInjury #ResortAccommodation Sargood On Collaroy

19.01.2022 Ever thought about having a go at flying? Wheelies with Wings offer scholarships and support to people with physical disability to become airborne! Head to their website to find out more!

19.01.2022 Meet Lynda Holt, one of our brand new ambassadors ‘Working with ParaQuad will allow me to help people living with SCI, like myself, know that they can set their own goals and make changes to their own lives. Just because we live with a disability does not mean we cannot contribute to society or create our best life!’ Read all about Lynda in our monthly newsletter, out this week!

19.01.2022 Welcome to the board - Elli Baker! Elli brings a wealth of skills and experience in corporate governance, financial management and change management to the table. My professional path has, like my life, been a journey of passions - throwing myself into opportunities of new experience and making a difference. ... No matter people’s positions in life we are all equal, and it matters to be real and to care Elli looks forward to making a difference for the ParaQuad community and to guide the organisation to be the best it can be. Welcome, Elli.

19.01.2022 Meet one of our everyday heroes - Dr Dinesh Palipana. Dinesh was in his second year of medical school when he was in a car accident that resulted in a tetraplegic injury. Having completed medical school, Dr Dinesh is now working in Australia’s second busiest Emergency Department. He speaks, writes and advocates for the equitable treatment of people with disability and has contributed significantly to the advancement of treating spinal cord injuries and restoring functions of... people with paralysis. Dinesh has fought to make educational institutions more inclusive and champions passion, purpose and inclusion in all he does. I think one of the main things that we need to start doing is looking at people's strengths rather than deficits. Look at what they can, rather than can't do. What can be achieved"

18.01.2022 Did you know we supply bowel preparations free of charge to members with paralysis? Using the PBS scheme can keep money in your pocket or plan. Contact our clinical department to find out more about the program. https://paraquad.org.au/contact-us/

18.01.2022 2020 is the 12th year of the Focus on Ability Short Film Festival which encourages filmmakers to focus on the ability of people with #disability. This year's Festival had 267 entries including 82 from schools and voting is now open! You can vote for your favourite short film in the Australian Open Short Films and Documentaries categories and you could win a daily $50 iTunes voucher just for voting!... Focus on Ability Short Film Festival #ShortFilms Vote here: https://bit.ly/2E7Vca2

18.01.2022 There is some concern that the new #NDIS assessment process will be traumatic and limit access to the scheme. With a lot of information to absorb about the new process, click here: https://bit.ly/3hbQVQc for more information and further links to ask the Minister questions about the assessment process.

18.01.2022 We know how many fans Aaron Fotheringham has in Australia, and he has just uploaded his latest #NitroMixTape.

17.01.2022 Looking for something fun for the kids these school holidays? Wheelchair Sports NSW is running three, yes three Junior Wheelies School Holiday Camps in Sydney, Newcastle and Canberra! Click for details: https://www.wsnsw.org.au/junior-wheelies-camps/... #WheelchairSports

17.01.2022 Last month, we were thrilled to celebrate the redevelopment of our warehouse. Thanks to the hard work and dedication of many, we have virtually doubled our capacity to house our BrightSky products. This means we’re able to send products to you more efficiently. ... We thank you for your ongoing patience while this redevelopment of our warehouse was rolled out.

16.01.2022 Such a fantastic initiative from Wheelchair Sports NSW and the Office of Sport - #HowIRoll #HerSportHerWay #WomenInSport See what's possible! https://www.youtube.com/embed/DG0nDj3Thoc

16.01.2022 Another Variety Livvi's Place #accessible playspace is under construction! Livvi's Place Glenfield in south-western Sydney is due to open at year end and will cater to kids of all ages and abilities. The playspace will include a sway fun glider, rain wheel, musical poles, in-ground trampoline and sculpture area.... https://bit.ly/35Ob0KD

16.01.2022 Curtin University is using #VirtualReality to aid movement in people with spinal injury.

15.01.2022 Do you need somewhere to stay for a short time while your accommodation is modified? Are your needs greater than what your family can provide at this time? Ferguson Lodge provides specialised care accommodation and support for people with spinal cord injury. Including transitional, short-stay or permanent accommodation, Ferguson Lodge offers freedom and lifestyle choice with a high level of personal and clinical care. With 24 private rooms and 10 villas in landscaped grounds..., Ferguson Lodge offers community and privacy to all residents. Visit our website https://paraquad.org.au/ to learn more about this fantastic facility.

15.01.2022 Paralympic history - the Women's T54 800m final from #Athens2004 with three Aussies in the field. Australian Paralympic Team #WheelchairRacing

15.01.2022 It won't be too long before Wheelies With Wings is up, up and away and helping people with physical disability to fly. Check out their new website and also their flying dates. #Flying www.wheelieswithwings.com.au

14.01.2022 In a salute to #ThrowbackThursday here's a look back to the 2012 London Paralympic Games with the Australian Gliders taking on Germany in the Gold Medal Match! https://bit.ly/3csa2ok #WheelchairBasketball #London2012 Australian Paralympic Team

14.01.2022 The incredible Eliza Ault-Connell will be back competing at the Paralympics after 17 years! #Tokyo2020ne #WheelchairRacing https://bit.ly/3ky4dJ7

14.01.2022 Looking for a paid internship? Applications for Stepping Into paid internships are now open for Summer 20/21! If you are a student with disability, mental health condition or chronic illness, and want to gain hands-on work experience with leading Australian employers Apply Now! ... Applications close 4th October. https://www.and.org.au/pages/current-internships.html #Internships Australian Network on Disability

14.01.2022 The National Youth Disability Summit will run from 29 September to 3 October. It's free and registrations are open now. A great opportunity to shape social change.

13.01.2022 Congratulations to Emma Mickle and Dean Martelozzo being named SpinalCure Australia Community Ambassadors for 2020-2021!

12.01.2022 To fulfil their love of travel and adventure, Sue Barben and her husband created their dream wheelchair accessible van! Equipped with a customised kitchen and bathroom, spacious interior and touchpad controls. All the modifications have been definitely worthwhile and important for me to make the whole experience amazing, the van is a home away from home Said Sue. Sue used Queensland based company Zone RV to create her ultimate campervan, read the full story in the Spring/Summer edition of ParaQuad news https://paraquad.org.au/paraquad-news/

12.01.2022 Something to put on your list once we are allowed back into #NewZealand. Using adaptive equipment, rafting is opening up for everyone with Jezza and Sophia (the tetraplegic dream team) trying it out. #InclusiveTourism Makingtrax

10.01.2022 If you haven't already, make sure you head over to ABC iview to check out Kurt Fearnleys series, One Plus One. Having just wrapped up season 2, Fearnley talks to well-known Australians who have faced challenges and setbacks in their lives, only to overcome them and go on to make a real difference. The show looks into the resilience and determination of some incredible Australians, and we, for one, can’t wait for season 3!

10.01.2022 He's on his way - Dylan Alcott has won his semi-final in the quad #WheelchairTennis match at #RolandGarros against Sam Schroder! #YeahBaby

10.01.2022 Travel is now possible between NSW and South Australia. Travel Without Limits have reviewed U City who provide #accessible #accommodation in Adelaide.

09.01.2022 Would you like to have a say about improvements to accessibility around Sydney? Click this link https://bit.ly/2FDE8Jh to the City of Sydney where you can give feedback in a number of ways and help make Sydney more #inclusive and #accessible for everyone.

09.01.2022 To keep the 'railway works' theme going - Hurstville Station is also having some work done: Hurstville Station is currently undergoing works to install additional Opal gates to help improve station access. This work started on the 26 July and is scheduled to be completed by November 2020. This also includes an additional wide access gate. During the staging of the works the current wide access gate on the eastern side of the concourse will be temporarily closed from Friday 1...8 September until Friday 16 October. While the current wide access gate is closed a new wide access gate will be available on the western side of the concourse as per the diagram below. Trip App notifications will be updated with this information as well as additional staff will be present during the first few days to assist customers with the temporary change. Staff are on hand to help if you need any assistance.

08.01.2022 The quad #WheelchairTennis final has started a little late but Dylan Alcott is on court now, playing Andy Lapthorne in the final! If you have Foxtel it is on Fox505, it is also on @kayosports or live scores are here: https://www.rolandgarros.com/en-us/live The first set is currently 2 - 2!

08.01.2022 ParaQuad is proud to support the NeuRa research institute's initiative alongside Prince of Wales Hospital to promote Inspiratory Muscle Training (IMT). Researchers have shown IMT to improve lung function by around 30% in people with a spinal cord injury. It may also reduce the risk of chest infections. To support the research, Prince of Wales Hospital has funded the development of two training videos to teach people with spinal cord injuries, their carers, therapists, and cl...inicians how to perform IMT safely and effectively in the community. To watch the videos head to - https://www.neura.edu.au//spi/inspiratory-muscle-training/ *The Spinal Cord Injuries Research Centre is supported by SpinalCure.

08.01.2022 New Radio Show & Podcast To Activate Attention On Artists With Disability Switch on and transform your understanding of creativity with the new Radio @2RPH program and podcast ACTIVATED ARTS which showcases the unique work and unconventional talent of professional artists with disability. Presented by director, writer and disability advocate Anthea Williams, the monthly 30-minute program will broadcast on 2RPH at 2:30pm every second Friday with the first show going to air th...is Fri 9 Oct and repeating a fortnight later. There’ll be a new show every four weeks. And the podcast will be available from next week on all major platforms with fresh show podcasts available on the first Friday of every month. The program is produced in association with @Accessible Arts, NSW’s peak arts and disability organisation. https://bit.ly/2SDJtDF #ActivatedArts #AccessibleArts #Radio2RPH #podcast #arts #disability

08.01.2022 CALLOUT: FREE WORKSHOP! From June 8-11, interdisciplinary disabled artist Riana Head-Toussaint (she/her) will be holding several free workshops at Utp, with the aim of finding people who might be a good fit to perform in her new work, Animate Loading. This work will be developed and performed twice later this year, at Pari artist-run space (from September-October) and then at Firstdraft artist-run space in late-October. ... This work might interest people who are interested in: - movement (of one’s own body or of objects) - how a location/space can impact someone’s movement - how someone’s body or presence can impact a space The workshops will involve experiencing Riana’s choreographic practice and process, and engaging in some movement tasks (solo and with others). Riana is particularly interested in working with people who might identify with any of the following words, movement languages, styles and/or lived experiences: Disabled, D/deaf, chronic illness, parkour, acrobatics, circus, wheelchair, crutches, LGBQTIA+, person of colour, bla(c)k, Indigenous, First Nations, self-taught, untrained, voguing, immigrant, ethnic, bike, skateboard, outsider, passing, different, visible, hidden No performance experience necessary! For more info, follow the link: https://drive.google.com//1hHw5PaoF-IAn55-SLVtL9m-Mp/view Image description: a makeshift structure drawn down over two bodies one of a person in a wheelchair, one crouching. One wheel of the wheelchair-user’s chair are still exposed, as is their feet, and the calf of the other person. Blue sky, clouds and trees projected on the roof shape over their bodies. Text on roof shape reads: FREE WORKSHOP, JUNE 8-11, Utp, RIANA HEAD-TOUSSAINT

07.01.2022 A travel bubble may soon open up between parts of Australia and the land of the long white cloud. When it does - perhaps try some adaptive paragliding with Coronet Peak Tandem Paragliding and Hang Gliding #InclusiveTourism #NewZealand

07.01.2022 Jackson Sherry is a filmmaker and his YouTube video focuses on the challenges he faces being a filmmaker with quadriplegia. #Films

06.01.2022 Perfect start to the #USOpen2020 with Dylan defeating Sam Schroder 6-2 6-4 in his opening match! #YeahBaby

06.01.2022 Rixon's Bus Service on the NSW south coast was badly impacted by the bush fires and their wheelchair accessible bus was destroyed. Thanks to a grant form BizRebuild, this valuable service has now been restored. Rixon's provide the only accessible transport service between the south coast and Canberra. Owner Malcolm Rixon is thrilled to be able to again offer his door-to-door service taking people to medical appointments and anywhere else they need to be.... #WheelchairAccessible

05.01.2022 What a match!! Congratulations Sam Schroder on an incredible victory in the #USOpen2020 quad wheelchair tennis singles final. Congratulations also to Dylan Alcott who put up a huge fight!

05.01.2022 2021 is not too far off and the warriors of #WheelchairRugby will be back on the court. Here's some pretty slick turn-overs from the 2019 GIO Nationals as a bit of a rugby fix on a Friday afternoon. Wheelchair Rugby Australia

04.01.2022 Sydney Zoo have extended hours for Spring which includes the school holidays! An accessible and inclusive venue packed with fun for everyone. Sydney Zoo is located on the Great Western Highway at Bungarribee Park (near Eastern Creek).

03.01.2022 Introducing Riana Head-Toussaint! Riana is working with us to share ParaQuad's mission Throughout the year we will be working with Riana and highlighting the incredible work that she is doing. Head over to our website to read more about Riana.... https://paraquad.org.au/paraquad-news/

03.01.2022 Massive congratulations to Dylan Alcott winning his 11th Grand Slam Quad Wheelchair Singles title! Victorious 6-2 6-2 over the UK's Andy Lapthorne at #RolandGarros Simply brilliant #WheelchairTennis #YeahBaby #UpUpUp

03.01.2022 Sadly the 2020 #WheelchairRugby National Championship has been cancelled. They will be back bigger and better in 2021!

03.01.2022 Yesterday, a landmark report commissioned by SpinalCure Australia and supported by a grant from the ICare Foundation to highlight the case for investing in emerging treatments has been released. For a copy of the full report visit: https://www.spinalcure.org.au//spinal-cord-injuries-in-au/

03.01.2022 Congratulations to our colleagues at SpinalCure Australia on the beginning of this important and exciting clinical study of electrical spinal cord stimulation. Researchers are seeking volunteers for the trial - visit the web link below to check your eligibility and to contact the team.

03.01.2022 Have you say at the National Youth Disability Summit from September 29 to October 3. Details below to register for this online event. #NDIS

02.01.2022 Have you considered trying adaptive diving? Our ParaQuad scholarships provide $5,000 to put towards any activities that support community engagement and increased independence, like diving. We are so proud to work with The Scuba Gym Australia to provide this service - what an epic day at work with Monday's crew of Scuba Gymers putting heart body & a lot of laughter into their scuba therapy. It’s soul food this work we do. Thank you top team for all you give to enable our divers to walk, jump or just be free of their chairs for an hour. You can find out more and apply for our scholarship program through our website - https://paraquad.org.au/what-we-do/scholarships/

02.01.2022 It's #RUOKDay2020! It's always OK to ask for help or to ask someone if they need support. Here's a link to some fabulous resources to help keep us all OK throughout the year: https://bit.ly/2GMNumH

01.01.2022 Not long now until Dylan Alcott starts his #USOpen2020 competition. All the best of luck and we will be cheering you along with every shot #WheelchairTennis

01.01.2022 The Department of Industry, Science Energy and Resources is reviewing the Disability (Access to Premises Building) Standards 2010. The purpose of the Premises Standards is to make sure: - people living with a disability and their family members, carers and friends have equal access to public buildings - building certifiers, developers and managers fulfil their ... responsibilities to people with disabilities under the Disability Discrimination Act 1992 If you are keen to give your views, there are a number of ways you can participate, just click this link for everything you need: https://bit.ly/33IUIRv #Disability #Accessibility #Inclusion

01.01.2022 @AccessibleArts has just announced their next free ATAG Online event. Its called Making Live Music Accessible and its on Thu 24 Sep from 11am 12:30pm. Join experts from the music industry and disability sector as they discuss how music companies, music venues and music festivals can amp up their approach to accessibility for and inclusion of musicians, production crew and audiences with disability. ATAGs are regular meet ups for workers in creative industries who want t...o make their professional practice more inclusive of people with disability. Places are limited. REGISTER NOW: https://atagonline24sep.eventbrite.com.au #AccessibleArts #ATAG #Music #Arts #Disability Image description: Promotional image for ATAG Online with event text, various logos, and black and white head shots of three women below a photo of the words LIVE MUSIC on a light box billboard.

01.01.2022 Our Followers love the wild and slightly unusual so what do you all think about this concept for an #accessible taxi? Looks like Hyundai are moving towards concept development. #RoboTaxi