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Able Australia Able Australia is a leading provider of disability services supporting people with disability to live the life they choose.

We have been proudly supporting our clients to have Better Days, Every Day for over 50 years.

To celebrate White Cane Day yesterday, DB rec group met under the clocks at Flinders St and proudly walked together with...
16/10/2026

To celebrate White Cane Day yesterday, DB rec group met under the clocks at Flinders St and proudly walked together with decorated canes to Botanical Gardens to enjoy lunch together! It was a lovely day!

What does the impact of support look like at Able Australia?Last night, we welcomed supporters to our Friends of Able ev...
15/10/2026

What does the impact of support look like at Able Australia?

Last night, we welcomed supporters to our Friends of Able event to learn more about our history and strategy, while giving them the opportunity to ask questions and understand the difference their support makes.

CEO Lynette McKeown shared Able Australia’s vision, while Vikki Deak, Victorian Operations Manager, discussed important projects benefitting people with complex disabilities in our day services. Bec Swansson, Deafblind Services Manager, highlighted the wonderful work supporting the deafblind community, including Deafblind Camp, communication guide training and social inclusion projects.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, shared their interest and asked thoughtful questions!

Would you like to attend a future Friends of Able event?
Contact Rose and Jessie: [email protected]

Able Australia’s Centre of Excellence – Deafblind is delighted to share the launch of our Deafblind – Safer Access For E...
14/10/2026

Able Australia’s Centre of Excellence – Deafblind is delighted to share the launch of our Deafblind – Safer Access For Everyone (DB-SAFE) resources.
There are two videos and one print resource sharing information about safe mobility, including road crossing for people with deafblindness.
The resources are aimed at people with deafblindness, their families, communication guides and support workers.
You can find all the resources here https://ableaustralia.org.au/dbsafe

Able Australia are thrilled to announce we were successful in securing funding through the National Disability Research ...
13/10/2026

Able Australia are thrilled to announce we were successful in securing funding through the National Disability Research Partnership - NDRP research grant round 2 to deliver the Co-Navigating Our World project.

Able Australia is partnering with Deafblind Victoria, Deafblind West Australians, Hunter Deafblind Group and Nextsense Institute to explore what Orientation and Mobility Specialists need to know to work with deafblind people.

This project builds on our previous project – Exploring the mobility safety concerns of Australians with deafblindness.

People with deafblindness consistently identify safe and independent mobility as a major challenge, yet orientation and mobility professionals receive little formal training in how to support deafblind people.

Find out more about our project and all 19 other NDRP funded projects at ndrp.org.au.

What's on the menu? Confidence, independence and new cooking skills. 🍳Kelly has been enjoying Able's Shop, Learn and Coo...
12/10/2026

What's on the menu? Confidence, independence and new cooking skills. 🍳

Kelly has been enjoying Able's Shop, Learn and Cook program, where she's learning how to prepare healthy meals and build practical skills she can use every day.

It's wonderful to see her trying new things and growing in confidence.

Want to see more stories about the difference our supporters make?
Visit: https://ableaustralia.org.au/impact26

🎳 Aaron, Kelly and friends put their skills to the test at North Hobart Bowls and Community Centre, enjoying a morning o...
06/10/2026

🎳 Aaron, Kelly and friends put their skills to the test at North Hobart Bowls and Community Centre, enjoying a morning of lawn bowls and friendly competition!

From carefully lining up their shots to encouraging one another from the sidelines, the group enjoyed the chance to get active, connect with others and be part of their local community.

Thank you to everyone who supports Able Australia. Your generosity helps make opportunities like these possible for people with disability.

To help make more memorable moments: https://donate.ableaustralia.org.au/

One of the highlights of Able’s Deafblind Camp was the Stars and Idols disco, where campers experienced music through we...
30/09/2026

One of the highlights of Able’s Deafblind Camp was the Stars and Idols disco, where campers experienced music through wearable haptic vests that transformed rhythm, bass and melody into vibrations they could feel.

The dance floor quickly filled with energy as campers took to the stage in creative costumes, cheered each other on and celebrated being part of a community that understands and supports them.

But for many, the most important part of camp wasn't a particular activity. It was the friendships, connection and sense of belonging that came from sharing the experience with others who are deafblind.

Read more in our Impact Report: https://ableaustralia.org.au/impact26

Able Australia's Deafblind Recreation Program members visited the Melbourne Holocaust Museum last week as the first acti...
21/09/2026

Able Australia's Deafblind Recreation Program members visited the Melbourne Holocaust Museum last week as the first activity in our new Able HEART program.

Participants were deeply engaged throughout the moving tour, asking thoughtful questions and reflecting on the stories they encountered.

Through community outings, physical activity, healthy living and creative experiences, Able HEART supports people with complex disabilities to build confidence, improve wellbeing and strengthen meaningful connections.

We're excited to see participants learn new skills, explore their interests and connect with others through this new initiative.

A heartfelt thank you to our supporters, including The Lionel and Yvonne Spencer Trust, Olver-Carlyle Charitable Foundation and Anna White Trust for making this program possible. Thanks also to the Holocaust Museum team for welcoming us.

What if technology could turn a wall into a canvas, a game into connection, and a moment into new possibilities?That's e...
21/09/2026

What if technology could turn a wall into a canvas, a game into connection, and a moment into new possibilities?

That's exactly what's happening thanks to the Omi Budii interactive projector, which is helping people with complex disabilities explore, create and connect in ways that work for them.

Meet George and Lynette and see the difference this innovative technology is making in our latest Impact Report.

Read more: https://ableaustralia.org.au/impact26

18/09/2026

Community participation isn't just about getting out of the house.

It's where people:
• Build confidence
• Learn skills
• Make friends
• Become more independent

That's why getting support design right matters.

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National Office/413 Canterbury Road
Melbourne, VIC
3127

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+611300225369

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