Tara’s Support Services Barraba

29/06/2026

✨ Exciting News! ✨

I’m incredibly honoured and grateful to announce that Tara’s Support Services Barraba has been nominated in the 2026 Tamworth Quality Business Awards! 🏆💛

As a small, independent business, this nomination means so much. Every day I strive to provide compassionate, person-centred support that helps people live more independently, achieve their goals, and feel valued.

Thank you to everyone who has supported my business—my participants, their families, friends, and the local community. Your trust and encouragement are the reason I love what I do.

No matter the outcome, being recognised alongside so many amazing local businesses is something I’m incredibly proud of.

Here’s to celebrating small businesses making a difference in our communities! 💛

22/06/2026

On Thursday June 25, we will be holding an inclusive online storytime as a part of Deafblind Awareness Week.

Together we will read I Am An Artist, a story about a boy who just wants to be creative, and make his mum smile.

Registrations to join this event are now open. After registering, families will receive a practical resource guide with ideas to help turn stories into accessible sensory experiences or books tailored to their child’s unique needs.

Registrations can be made at the following link: https://www.visionaustralia.org/services/staying-connected/events/2026-06-25/online-sensory-story-time-deafblind-awareness-week

[ID: The cover of I Am An Artist showing the main character smiling and staring up, his cat is beside him.]

22/06/2026

It's getting cooler and darker earlier, which can mean we stay in more and see less of our friends and family.
Here's some fun ideas to stay connected, because when we connect, we feel better.
If you need extra support, Beyond Blue is available 24/7.

22/06/2026

If you suspect NDIS fraud or non-compliance, you can report it by:

💻 Completing our online tip-off form.

📞 Calling the NDIS Fraud Reporting and Scams Helpline on 1800 650 717.

🗣️ Telling a trusted friend, family member, nominee, provider or local area coordinator who can notify the NDIA.

Learn more at 💻 https://ow.ly/YctK50YNeNS

07/04/2026

Did you receive our March NDIS Provider Newsletter? Here’s a snapshot of what’s inside:

💡guidance for managing emergencies
💡our latest Data and Regulatory Transformation update
💡new Code of Conduct educational video
💡regions in focus for our Indigenous and Remote Operations team…and much more.

Catch up on the latest issue and subscribe to stay up to date here: https://bit.ly/nqsc-newsletters

01/04/2026

The NDIS Commission has gained new powers under recently passed legislation.

These powers enable us to take stronger regulatory action, increase safeguards for people with disability, and protect the sustainability of the Scheme.

Key changes include:

☑️ Stronger penalty frameworks, including increased civil penalties of over $15 million, and criminal offences with up to five years' imprisonment
☑️ Measures to restrict aggressive and misleading marketing tactics
☑️ Stronger information gathering powers

Read more about these changes at https://bit.ly/4tcUwmC.

30/03/2026

Do you want to see your art in Vision Australia's 2027 calendar? Now’s your chance! 🎨

The calendar artwork competition is now open for all artists who are blind or who have low vision.

All winning entries will be featured in the calendar accompanied by an artist profile.

Entries close 5pm AEST Friday, 1 May 2026.

Learn more at 💻 https://ow.ly/8k4r50Yw9iq

🎨 Artwork: 'Life under water' by Madeleine Popper.

30/03/2026

Deaf Connect has developed a range of resources for the parents of Deaf, deafblind and Hard of Hearing Australian children.

These activities are intended to support the confidence, development and wellbeing of growing children.

Learn more at 💻 https://ow.ly/Pbxf50Yw9fQ

📷 Image: Deaf Connect

30/03/2026

For someone experiencing vision loss, a strong network of support is incredibly important. 🫱🏻‍🫲🏻

Vision Australia has created the Family and Supporters Resource Guide, as well as resources for navigating a diagnosis, adjusting to new ways of living, learning from those with lived experience, and more.

Learn more at 💻 https://ow.ly/Onb250YyWxB

📷 Image: Vision Australia

30/03/2026