LINK DisAbility Magazine

23/06/2026

🏡 Are you ready to put your SDA business in front of Australia's disability sector?

The August issue of LINK Disability Magazine will feature a dedicated Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) Feature, providing an exceptional opportunity to connect directly with people with disability, families, support coordinators, allied health professionals, providers and key decision-makers actively seeking quality housing and support solutions.

With demand for SDA continuing to grow across Australia, now is the time to showcase your:
✅ SDA properties and developments
✅ Supported accommodation services
✅ Innovative housing solutions
✅ Home modifications and assistive technology
✅ Expertise and success stories

Why advertise with LINK?

📖 Reach 20,000+ readers across print and digital
📧 Connect with 5,200+ e-news subscribers
📱 Engage with 14,000+ Facebook followers
🌐 Gain exposure through LINK's website and digital platforms
⭐ Trusted by the disability sector for over 45 years

Don't miss this opportunity to build awareness, generate leads and position your organisation as a leader in the SDA sector.

📅 Booking deadline approaching – contact Michelle Stevens

📞 0419 822 717 📧 [email protected]

15/06/2026

Planning to visit REHACARE 2026? The ticketshop is now open!

When you buy a ticket, you don't just get a ticket. You'll also gain access to countless innovative products and technologies for accessible living, an extensive program in forums and theme parks, networking opportunities, and the chance to connect with the community.

Join , the leading trade fair for rehabilitation and care from 23-26 September in Düsseldorf, Germany: 👉 https://hubs.li/Q04hr6DQ0

The REHACARE team is looking forward to seeing you!

📸 Messe Düsseldorf / Andreas Wiese

09/06/2026

🎉 Join us at the Adelaide Disability & WorkAbility Expo! ✨
📅 26 & 27 June 2026
⏰ 9am - 3pm
📍 Adelaide Showground - Goyder Pavilion
🎟 Free Entry
🔗 Register here - https://hubs.li/Q04kFxWn0

We’re thrilled to welcome Rachael Leahcar as our Ambassador for the 2026 Adelaide Disability & WorkAbility Expo!

Rachael Leahcar is an Australian singer-songwriter and passionate disability advocate who first rose to national prominence as a finalist on The Voice in 2012. Since then, she has built an impressive music career, with five top 10 albums, international performances, and sold-out shows. Rachael, who is legally blind due to retinitis pigmentosa, has become a passionate advocate for inclusion and accessibility for people with disability.

🎤 Catch Rachael live on stage on Friday, 26 June at 11:00 am.

04/06/2026

June issue is out now!

This issue, we take you on an accessible journey. Led by Stuart Hurst’s (The Travelling Para) insights around why in-depth planning is the antidote to travel nervousness. Keeping in motion, disability advocates comment on why more accessibility preplanning is needed for electric vehicle parking stations as more Australians purchase them.

All things assistive technology took centre stage at the ATSA Independent Living Expo in Sydney. LINK had a tech-focused chat with OT Lab founder, Joana Santiago, and we follow a global yet grass roots campaign that aims to highlight the priceless role assistive technology plays in people’s lives, particularly for those in low to middle income countries.

We also feature an article exploring the sensitive world of the Deafblind community, look at the growing trend of parents choosing specialist over mainstream schools, and touch on employment figures in the disability community alongside Royal Rehab Group's expansion into regional Australia.

Big thanks to the many other contributors that helped bring some fantastic stories to life.

ATscale, the Global Partnership for Assistive Technology
Physical Disability Australia - PDA

Link Disability Magazine is Australia's leading national cross-disability magazine. Featuring opinions and perspectives directly from people with a disability, Link covers a diverse range of topics in

03/06/2026

Are you joining REHACARE 2026 in Düsseldorf, Germany?

If you’re travelling internationally, it’s worth planning early. That’s why we’ve put together some tips for all visitors to help ensure a smooth trip and a pleasant stay in Düsseldorf.

🚗 Whether you're traveling by train, car, or plane, here's how to get to the grounds: https://hubs.li/Q04hrlwX0

🏨 We’ve also put together some exclusive hotel deals so you can relax after a day at the trade show. https://hubs.li/Q04hr6pG0

And there’s plenty more to discover in Düsseldorf, so why not extend your trip by a few days? See you in September!

📸 Messe Düsseldorf / Andreas Wiese

01/06/2026

Finding accessible accommodation that is actually accessible, can be tough✈️👩‍🦽

The Australian Tourism Data Warehouse and The Accessible Group have teamed up to make finding verified, accurate accessibility details easier than ever.

Discover how this new partnership is transforming Australian tourism and find your next accessible getaway here👇

https://linkonline.com.au/a-partnership-to-boost-australias-accessible-tourism/

ATDW and The Accessible Group have partnered to provide verified accessibility details, helping travelers with disabilities book Australian getaways with confidence

01/06/2026

🎉 Congratulations to the 2026 ATSA Award Winners! 🎉

The team at LINK Disability Magazine would like to congratulate all the 2026 ATSA Award winners, announced on Wednesday, 20 May, at the 2026 ATSA Awards Dinner in Brisbane.

These awards recognise the outstanding individuals, organisations, and innovations helping to shape the future of the assistive technology and disability sectors. This year's winners truly reflect the passion, leadership, and commitment that exists across our industry.

🏆 2026 ATSA Award Winners

✨ Most Pre-Registered Session – Christina Wyatt, Occupational Therapy Australia
✨ Best Exhibitor Marketing Campaign – Cubro Australia
✨ Best Small Stand – Assistive Tech
✨ Best Large Stand – Aidacare Pty Ltd
✨ Dealer of the Year – Move Mobility
✨ Supplier/Manufacturer of the Year – K Care Healthcare Solutions & Pride Mobility Products Australia
✨ Product Consultant of the Year – Michelina Pelosi, Total Ability
✨ Industry Person of the Year – Michael Boulton, K Care Healthcare Solutions
✨ Commitment to Excellence – Joana Santiago, The OT Lab
✨ Best New Product of the Year – Roamate 3-in-1 Mobility Device
✨ Innovative Product of the Year – Monarch from HumanWare and APH & PolySpine

👏 Congratulations to all the winners and finalists for your dedication, innovation, and contribution to improving the lives of Australians living with disability.

01/06/2026

Premium Advertising Opportunity Available
For the first time in some time, the Back Cover of LINK Disability Magazine (print & digital versions) is available from the August 2026 issue onwards.
As one of the most sought-after positions in Australia's leading cross-disability publication, the Back Cover offers exceptional visibility and impact, ensuring your brand is one of the first and last things readers see.
Why consider the Back Cover?
✔ Premium positioning in both print and digital editions
✔ Reach 20,000+ readers across the Australian disability sector
✔ Build brand awareness and credibility
✔ Stand out from competitors with maximum exposure
✔ Ideal for disability service providers, assistive technology suppliers, accommodation providers, allied health organisations and industry leaders
Package options are available.
To discuss this unique opportunity, contact:
Michelle Stevens – [email protected]
0419 822 717

29/05/2026

In a major win for NDIS participants who would like to challenge an NDIA decision, the government has overturned its decision to axe funding for the NDIS Appeals Program, committing $14.7 million over the next two years.

With NDIS appeals more than doubling since 2023–24, this funding rescue couldn't come at a more critical time. Currently, legal representation is limited to just 18% of people lodging appeals.

👉 Read more about the funding extension and comments from National Legal Aid Executive Director Yvette D’Ath here - https://linkonline.com.au/legal-support-funding-continues-for-ndis-cases/

The government has reversed its decision to cut NDIS Appeals funding, committing $14.7 million to restore vital legal support.