You want the child to understand the world >>
Macquarie University linguistics lecturer Della Goswell — an Auslan/English interpreter and educator — believes that the lack of access to a first language for some deaf children had created "a generation of deaf adults who are frustrated and angry they didn't get the...
NDIS: new report on people with communication difficulties >>
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) provides funding to people with a permanent and significant disability to access the supports and services they need. A new report released by the NDIS (download it here) provides insights into the experiences of NDIS...
Nothing funny about hearing loss as my child knows >>
The older man has grey hair, and is a bit doddery. He’s mishearing his wife, repeatedly. “Better get your hearing tested!” the TV commercial’s voice-over says light-heartedly. It’s hilarious! Please excuse the sarcasm. The truth is, it’s not at all funny. Hearing loss...
