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RELEVANT LEGISLATION

The Disability Discrimination Act 1992 protects individuals across Australia from unfair treatment in many parts of public life. The Act makes disability discrimination unlawful and promotes equal rights, equal opportunity and equal access for people with disabilities. A brief guide to the Disability Discrimination Act can also be found here

Overview of the NDS (National Disability Strategy) 2010-2020 can be found here

Disability Standards for Accessible Public Transport 2002
Disability (Access to Premises – Buildings) Standards 2010

 

 

National business and disability networks or initiatives