If you’re anything like us, the Christmas season rolls around and suddenly you’re trying to think of a gift for that one person who already has everything. This year, we’ve got a gift idea that feels a little more meaningful than another voucher or another pair of slippers. Tickets are now on sale for our […]
Starting school is a big milestone for children and families. While learning letters and numbers is important, kindergarten teachers agree that one of the most valuable skills for school readiness is self-regulation. Self-regulation is a child’s ability to manage big feelings, emotions, and behaviours in different situations. It helps children cope with challenges, follow routines,
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Great news for anyone who loves clear sound and quiet moments. Our noise cancelling Bluetooth headphones are back in stock and ready to go. These headphones deliver superior bass, thanks to 32mm speaker drivers that add depth and clarity to your music. The specially tuned drivers and bass vents bring out those low frequencies for
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Autism Advisory & Support Service are proud to announce our 2025 AASS Westfield Local Hero – Shari Rao! As a Support Unit Assistant Principal, Shari brings unmatched knowledge, experience, and compassion to her role. Her mission is clear: to ensure every student feels valued, supported, and included. Through her leadership, Tower Street has embraced a
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Our friends at Koorana Child and Family Services are opening a brand-new preschool in Bass Hill, and they’re inviting families, professionals and community members to come and take a look. Koorana is a purpose-driven, community-based non-profit organisation that’s been supporting children and families since 1976. They offer a wide range of services across Sydney, including
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We’re excited to introduce the Shashibo Cube – a shape-shifting sensory tool that’s taken the world by storm! Unlike ordinary puzzle toys, the award-winning Shashibo is packed with 36 hidden magnets that let you transform it into over 70 amazing shapes. It fits perfectly in your hands, offering endless ways to twist, fold, and create.
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Autism Advisory & Support Service (AASS) has been contacted by researchers from the University of Sydney regarding a new study about the needs of children and adolescents with neurodevelopmental conditions (NDCs) and their families. Autism Advisory & Support Service is not involved in conducting this study but is sharing the information on behalf of the
With the school holidays just around the corner, Spirit Care has put together an exciting line-up of activities for children and young people. These programs are designed to provide fun, friendships, and new experiences during the spring break. Please note that Autism Advisory and Support Service is not the organiser of these programs and all
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When Life Gives You Lemons… Add Meringue and Call it a National Day Australia is a nation that will celebrate just about anything if it means food is involved – Lamington Day, Fairy Bread Day, even National Vegemite Day (which is less a celebration and more a salty rite of passage). But every 15 August,
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From 3 October 2024, NDIS plans approved on or after this date now include funding component amounts (specific funding for a support or group of supports), funding periods (a defined time when a portion of that funding is available), and the total budget amount for your plan. By law, the NDIA can only pay for
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