The 2025 International Day of People with Disability event is organised by Mount Alexander Shire Council. Join us on Wednesday, 3 December, 11am – 12:45 at Victory Park/Djaara Park, Castlemaine. Windarring are hosting a film screening at the Theatre Royal, Castlemaine, from 1:00pm–3:00pm, which will flow on well from our community event/lunch in the park.… Read more 2025 International Day of People with Disability
If you want to make an emergency action plan, contact MASDAG and we can help. We have someone to work with you and templates you can use. Everyone is different and you could have a plan that makes sense to you. Ring 5472 4842 or 0439 964 179, or email masdag@cch.org.au.
The reprinting of the MASDAG documents is gratefully supported by Mount Alexander Shire Council – Community Grants Program.
At least 1 in 25 Australian children are Autistic. Autism is a lifelong condition and there is no evidence of increased prevalence, just increased diagnoses. Autism is a natural difference in brain structure that may be characterised by differences in social interaction, language use, sensory differences and a preference to focus on topics of interest.… Read more Autism
A Changing Place toilet facility allows people with high support needs to participate in all elements of community life, without having to limit their time out due to concerns about being able to access a suitable toilet. More Changing Places are being planned in the Mount Alexander Shire. https://www.bendigo.vic.gov.au/community-services/community-and-care/changing-places
Wheelchair/scooter charging stations are available at the following locations:
Women with Disabilities Victoria (WDV) is the peak body for women with disabilities in Victoria. Phone: (03) 9286 7800 Email: wdv@wdv.org.au
International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) is a United Nations observed day celebrated internationally on the December 3rd each year. It aims to increase public awareness, understanding and acceptance of people with disability and celebrate their achievements and contributions. The Australian Government has been supporting IDPwD since 1996 and provides funds to promote and… Read more International Day of People with Disability
