Dale Reardon
@dalereardon.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy
Tourism business expert from tropical Far North Queensland 🇦🇺 Transforming small operators into industry leaders since 1996. Former lawyer (don't hold it […]
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Families frayed by NDIS cuts brace for more change ahead of defining year https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01-30/families-frayed-by-ndis-cuts-brace-for-more-change-in-2026/106269362 #peoplewithdisability #federalgovernment #disabilities #ndis #disability #auspol
Families frayed by NDIS cuts brace for more change ahead of defining year
Families frayed by NDIS cuts are bracing for even more change ahead of a year that is set to reshape the scheme into something more sustainable, write Nas Campanella and Evan Young.
www.abc.net.au
January 30, 2026 at 4:19 AM
Families frayed by NDIS cuts brace for more change ahead of defining year https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01-30/families-frayed-by-ndis-cuts-brace-for-more-change-in-2026/106269362 #peoplewithdisability #federalgovernment #disabilities #ndis #disability #auspol
Labor offers to delay NDIS autism changes if states agree to hospital and disability funding deal https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/jan/29/labor-offers-to-delay-ndis-autism-changes-if-states-agree-to-hospital-and-disability-funding-deal #nationaldisabilityinsurancescheme […]
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mastodon.social
January 28, 2026 at 9:55 PM
Labor offers to delay NDIS autism changes if states agree to hospital and disability funding deal https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/jan/29/labor-offers-to-delay-ndis-autism-changes-if-states-agree-to-hospital-and-disability-funding-deal #nationaldisabilityinsurancescheme […]
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Statement from the Minnesota Timberwolves team chaplain with alt text (ht @gregolear.bsky.social)
January 25, 2026 at 11:31 PM
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Turns out that Microsoft's BitLocker security for the data stored on your hard drive is just a placebo.
Might as well give your password to everyone:
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/23/microsoft-gave-fbi-a-set-of-bitlocker-encryption-keys-to-unlock-suspects-laptops-reports/
Might as well give your password to everyone:
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/23/microsoft-gave-fbi-a-set-of-bitlocker-encryption-keys-to-unlock-suspects-laptops-reports/
Microsoft gave FBI a set of BitLocker encryption keys to unlock suspects’ laptops: reports
The FBI served Microsoft a warrant requesting encryption recovery keys to decrypt the hard drives of people involved in an alleged fraud case in Guam.
techcrunch.com
January 24, 2026 at 3:33 AM
Turns out that Microsoft's BitLocker security for the data stored on your hard drive is just a placebo.
Might as well give your password to everyone:
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/23/microsoft-gave-fbi-a-set-of-bitlocker-encryption-keys-to-unlock-suspects-laptops-reports/
Might as well give your password to everyone:
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/23/microsoft-gave-fbi-a-set-of-bitlocker-encryption-keys-to-unlock-suspects-laptops-reports/
Outsourced call centre staff at NDIS have to pretend to work for government, workers say https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/jan/25/ndis-outsourced-call-centre-pretend-government-workers #nationaldisabilityinsurancescheme #disability #serco #ndis
Outsourced call centre staff at NDIS have to pretend to work for government, workers say
Serco employees also say they are given email addresses identical to public servants, making them indistinguishable
www.theguardian.com
January 25, 2026 at 10:14 PM
Outsourced call centre staff at NDIS have to pretend to work for government, workers say https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/jan/25/ndis-outsourced-call-centre-pretend-government-workers #nationaldisabilityinsurancescheme #disability #serco #ndis
NDIS tool to determine support not tested on variety of disability types – including diverse autism, experts warn - So typical for things they launch […]
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mastodon.social
January 21, 2026 at 2:10 AM
NDIS tool to determine support not tested on variety of disability types – including diverse autism, experts warn - So typical for things they launch […]
ABC News: Director of NDIS provider charged over alleged $3.6m fraud https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01-20/ndis-provider-director-allegedly-defrauded-millions-from-claims/106249802 #scamsandfraud #auspol #ndis #disability
Director of NDIS provider charged over alleged $3.6m fraud
Australian Federal Police allege Billal Chami submitted claims for supports and services never provided to participants.
www.abc.net.au
January 20, 2026 at 10:10 AM
ABC News: Director of NDIS provider charged over alleged $3.6m fraud https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01-20/ndis-provider-director-allegedly-defrauded-millions-from-claims/106249802 #scamsandfraud #auspol #ndis #disability
How will #ndis budgets be calculated under New Framework Plans? Total mystery! (full details still not known but best information at present time) […]
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January 20, 2026 at 9:59 AM
How will #ndis budgets be calculated under New Framework Plans? Total mystery! (full details still not known but best information at present time) […]
ART Tribunal’s new Guidance and Appeals Panel finally (!) clarifies meaning of standard household items but NDIA could still appeal & still not totally clear to me so have to read full judgement soon […]
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mastodon.social
January 20, 2026 at 9:59 AM
ART Tribunal’s new Guidance and Appeals Panel finally (!) clarifies meaning of standard household items but NDIA could still appeal & still not totally clear to me so have to read full judgement soon […]
NDIS provider hit with $1.1m penalty over hundreds of compliance failures https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01-20/tas-ndis-provider-1-1m-penalty-for-breaches/106246414 #disabilities #courts #ndis #disability #discrimination #auspol
NDIS clients at risk of death, court finds, as provider fined $1.1m
Oak Tasmania admits to 474 compliance and reporting failures, as well as breaches that resulted in the hospitalisation of multiple NDIS clients.
www.abc.net.au
January 20, 2026 at 3:24 AM
NDIS provider hit with $1.1m penalty over hundreds of compliance failures https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01-20/tas-ndis-provider-1-1m-penalty-for-breaches/106246414 #disabilities #courts #ndis #disability #discrimination #auspol
ABC News: Man 'saved' by selfless act during anaphylactic shock on WA flight https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01-09/selfless-act-saves-man-anaphylactic-shock-on-wa-virgin-flight/106209770 #accidentsandemergencyincidents #travelhealthandsafety #humaninterest #allergies #health #travel #tourism […]
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mastodon.social
January 11, 2026 at 2:51 AM
ABC News: Man 'saved' by selfless act during anaphylactic shock on WA flight https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01-09/selfless-act-saves-man-anaphylactic-shock-on-wa-virgin-flight/106209770 #accidentsandemergencyincidents #travelhealthandsafety #humaninterest #allergies #health #travel #tourism […]
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With the federal government threatening to send ICE "door to door", here's a reminder:
"If an officer knocks on your door: Do not open the door. Teach your children not to open the door. Officers must have a warrant signed by a judge to enter your home. ICE “warrants” are not signed by judges […]
"If an officer knocks on your door: Do not open the door. Teach your children not to open the door. Officers must have a warrant signed by a judge to enter your home. ICE “warrants” are not signed by judges […]
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stefanbohacek.online
January 8, 2026 at 8:55 PM
With the federal government threatening to send ICE "door to door", here's a reminder:
"If an officer knocks on your door: Do not open the door. Teach your children not to open the door. Officers must have a warrant signed by a judge to enter your home. ICE “warrants” are not signed by judges […]
"If an officer knocks on your door: Do not open the door. Teach your children not to open the door. Officers must have a warrant signed by a judge to enter your home. ICE “warrants” are not signed by judges […]
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This New York Times video journalism about Trump goons' murder of a Minneapolis woman is essential. No both-sides bullshit when one party -- the regime and its vile propagandists -- is relentlessly and provably lying […]
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mastodon.social
January 8, 2026 at 6:55 PM
This New York Times video journalism about Trump goons' murder of a Minneapolis woman is essential. No both-sides bullshit when one party -- the regime and its vile propagandists -- is relentlessly and provably lying […]
Fantastic News in France: France Makes Disability Employment Rules Mandatory for all Hotels, Reshaping Labor and Travel Dynamics. https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article139441.html #disability #tourism #travel #employment #discrimination
France Makes Disability Employment Rules Mandatory for all Hotels, Reshaping Labor and Travel Dynamics
France has extended compulsory disability employment obligations across the hotel sector, a move expected to widen the talent pool, raise compliance and training costs—especially for small and independent properties—and reframe how travel providers market to the fast-growing accessible tourism segment
www.hotelnewsresource.com
January 8, 2026 at 4:17 AM
Fantastic News in France: France Makes Disability Employment Rules Mandatory for all Hotels, Reshaping Labor and Travel Dynamics. https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article139441.html #disability #tourism #travel #employment #discrimination
OMG FFS etc: AP News: Trump administration says sign language services 'intrude' on Trump's ability to control his image
The Trump administration argues that providing real-time American Sign Language interpretation for events like White House press briefings would intrude on the president’s […]
The Trump administration argues that providing real-time American Sign Language interpretation for events like White House press briefings would intrude on the president’s […]
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mastodon.social
December 13, 2025 at 5:46 AM
OMG FFS etc: AP News: Trump administration says sign language services 'intrude' on Trump's ability to control his image
The Trump administration argues that providing real-time American Sign Language interpretation for events like White House press briefings would intrude on the president’s […]
The Trump administration argues that providing real-time American Sign Language interpretation for events like White House press briefings would intrude on the president’s […]
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As we're working on Collections (an upcoming feature similar to "starter packs"), and improvements to the design of user profiles, we would like to hear from you!
Please use our - short & anonymous! - User Experience Survey to share your thoughts.
#mastodon #userexperience #design […]
Please use our - short & anonymous! - User Experience Survey to share your thoughts.
#mastodon #userexperience #design […]
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mastodon.social
December 12, 2025 at 3:28 PM
As we're working on Collections (an upcoming feature similar to "starter packs"), and improvements to the design of user profiles, we would like to hear from you!
Please use our - short & anonymous! - User Experience Survey to share your thoughts.
#mastodon #userexperience #design […]
Please use our - short & anonymous! - User Experience Survey to share your thoughts.
#mastodon #userexperience #design […]
Fears around NDIS 'robo-plans' creating sense of déjà vu https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-12-12/ican-ndis-planning-system-creating-deja-vu/106116170 #peoplewithdisability #federalparliament #federalgovernment #disabilities #ndis #disability #auspol
NDIS 'robo-plans': What we know — and what we don't
The finer details of a new NDIS planning system are yet to be finalised, but it's already drawing comparisons to failed Coalition-era reforms, write Nas Campanella and Evan Young.
www.abc.net.au
December 12, 2025 at 4:50 AM
Fears around NDIS 'robo-plans' creating sense of déjà vu https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-12-12/ican-ndis-planning-system-creating-deja-vu/106116170 #peoplewithdisability #federalparliament #federalgovernment #disabilities #ndis #disability #auspol
ABC News: Deaf residents in aged care left without basic support services https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-12-06/deaf-seniors-falling-through-aged-care-cracks/106084008 #peoplewithdisability #disabilityaccess #publichealth #healthpolicy #agedcare #disability #discrimination #auspol
Deaf residents in aged care left without basic support services
One Deaf woman living with dementia has been without basic care services for two years. Advocates warn her story represents a much larger problem.
www.abc.net.au
December 6, 2025 at 3:37 AM
ABC News: Deaf residents in aged care left without basic support services https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-12-06/deaf-seniors-falling-through-aged-care-cracks/106084008 #peoplewithdisability #disabilityaccess #publichealth #healthpolicy #agedcare #disability #discrimination #auspol
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"Neutrality" is absolute nonsense, a weasel word chosen to hide white supremacy. I suppose we'll be seeing an outbreak of 'neutrality' in other places. Call it what it is, racism.
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NSW's Federation Council has voted to stop flying the Indigenous flag in its chambers and on its flagpoles. The […]
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NSW's Federation Council has voted to stop flying the Indigenous flag in its chambers and on its flagpoles. The […]
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aus.social
December 3, 2025 at 11:28 PM
"Neutrality" is absolute nonsense, a weasel word chosen to hide white supremacy. I suppose we'll be seeing an outbreak of 'neutrality' in other places. Call it what it is, racism.
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NSW's Federation Council has voted to stop flying the Indigenous flag in its chambers and on its flagpoles. The […]
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NSW's Federation Council has voted to stop flying the Indigenous flag in its chambers and on its flagpoles. The […]
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I've just sent an email to Federation Council in the Riverina, promising never to spend any tourism money there after their shameful assertion of white supremacy. Here are some relevant email addresses if you'd like to do the same:
Mayor: [email protected]
Deputy Mayor […]
Mayor: [email protected]
Deputy Mayor […]
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aus.social
December 3, 2025 at 11:39 PM
I've just sent an email to Federation Council in the Riverina, promising never to spend any tourism money there after their shameful assertion of white supremacy. Here are some relevant email addresses if you'd like to do the same:
Mayor: [email protected]
Deputy Mayor […]
Mayor: [email protected]
Deputy Mayor […]
Guardian News: Why NDIS plans will soon be computer-generated – podcast https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/audio/2025/dec/03/why-ndis-plans-will-soon-be-computer-generated-full-story-podcast #nationaldisabilityinsurancescheme #australianpolitics #disability #ndis #auspol
Why NDIS plans will soon be computer-generated – podcast
Senior reporter Kate Lyons speaks to Nour Haydar about what the move to reduce human involvement in processing plans will mean for the more than 750,000 Australians relying on the scheme, and why some staff and disability advocates are raising the alarm
www.theguardian.com
December 3, 2025 at 2:29 PM
Guardian News: Why NDIS plans will soon be computer-generated – podcast https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/audio/2025/dec/03/why-ndis-plans-will-soon-be-computer-generated-full-story-podcast #nationaldisabilityinsurancescheme #australianpolitics #disability #ndis #auspol
Guardian News: ‘Nightmare scenario for disabled people’: NDIS overhaul risks lives, advocates say https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2025/dec/03/ndis-overhaul-disabled-people-risks-lives #nationaldisabilityinsurancescheme #australianpolitics #australianews #disability #ndis #auspol
‘Nightmare scenario for disabled people’: NDIS overhaul risks lives, advocates say
Sweeping changes to the way National Disability Insurance Scheme support plans are generated criticised amid fears they amount to ‘robo-planning’
www.theguardian.com
December 3, 2025 at 2:28 PM
Guardian News: ‘Nightmare scenario for disabled people’: NDIS overhaul risks lives, advocates say https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2025/dec/03/ndis-overhaul-disabled-people-risks-lives #nationaldisabilityinsurancescheme #australianpolitics #australianews #disability #ndis #auspol
Terrifying & horrifying - AI still makes many mistakes as well as the old programming axiom of garbage in, garbage out: Guardian News: NDIS plans will be computer-generated with human involvement dramatically cut under sweeping overhaul […]
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mastodon.social
December 2, 2025 at 2:39 PM
Terrifying & horrifying - AI still makes many mistakes as well as the old programming axiom of garbage in, garbage out: Guardian News: NDIS plans will be computer-generated with human involvement dramatically cut under sweeping overhaul […]
Deaf man 'gutted and sick' after NDIS slashes interpreter funding https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-12-02/ndis-cuts-deaf-mans-auslan-funding/106051024 #peoplewithdisability #governmentpolicy #disabilities #ndis #disability #discrimination #auspol
'I never wanted speech therapy': Deaf man incensed by NDIS recommendation
Disability advocates say cuts to Deaf participants' NDIS funding is a "systemic" problem that reflects a belief that Deafness can be "fixed".
www.abc.net.au
December 2, 2025 at 6:35 AM
Deaf man 'gutted and sick' after NDIS slashes interpreter funding https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-12-02/ndis-cuts-deaf-mans-auslan-funding/106051024 #peoplewithdisability #governmentpolicy #disabilities #ndis #disability #discrimination #auspol
Appalling racism: IHG Hotel Worker Decides Black Woman Does Not Look Like A Guest, Calls Police When She Eats The Free Breakfast. https://viewfromthewing.com/ihg-hotel-worker-decides-black-woman-does-not-look-like-a-guest-calls-police-when-she-eats-the-free-breakfast/ #tourism #travel […]
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mastodon.social
November 30, 2025 at 5:54 AM
Appalling racism: IHG Hotel Worker Decides Black Woman Does Not Look Like A Guest, Calls Police When She Eats The Free Breakfast. https://viewfromthewing.com/ihg-hotel-worker-decides-black-woman-does-not-look-like-a-guest-calls-police-when-she-eats-the-free-breakfast/ #tourism #travel […]