Able Australia

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.

📖 Our Impact Report is here!Behind every page is a story of connection, opportunity and achievement made possible by our...
07/09/2026

📖 Our Impact Report is here!

Behind every page is a story of connection, opportunity and achievement made possible by our incredible supporters.

From building friendships and confidence to learning new skills, discovering accessible technology and getting involved in the community, people with complex disabilities are achieving things that once felt out of reach.

We're proud to share some of these stories with you and show the impact your support has made over the past year.

👉 Read the Impact Report: https://ableaustralia.org.au/impact26

Thank you for helping create more opportunities for people with complex disabilities, including people who are deafblind.

When funding is cut, families don't need spin. They need support.⁠⁠With many clients facing reductions of up to 50% in c...
04/09/2026

When funding is cut, families don't need spin. They need support.⁠
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With many clients facing reductions of up to 50% in community participation funding, we know many families are worried about what comes next.⁠
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This is what we discussed at our recent Client & Family Forum in Tasmania.⁠
Not to tell people everything will be fine.⁠
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But to have honest conversations about what's changing, what the risks are, and how we can plan together.⁠
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As a not-for-profit, this is where we choose to invest our time and resources.⁠
This is not the time to wait and see, we are working alongside families right now, helping them understand their options, prepare for reviews, and build plans that protect opportunities, connection and quality of life.⁠
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Because when funding changes, the impact is real.⁠
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Supporting people through change isn't about providing a fact sheet. It's about showing up, answering questions, and making sure nobody has to navigate uncertainty alone.⁠
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That's what Building Better Days looks like in practice.⁠

Anyone can talk about quality care. The real test is what you do about it.This week, our Home and Living Practice Leader...
02/09/2026

Anyone can talk about quality care. The real test is what you do about it.

This week, our Home and Living Practice Leaders came together in Tasmania to do the work behind the words.

They challenged each other, shared ideas, and focused on one question:
How do we create more value for the people we support?

Because Better Days don't happen by accident.

They come from investing in great leaders, building stronger frontline practice, lifting quality, and making sure every decision starts with the client.

As a not-for-profit, we are there for the client only. Every dollar goes back into stronger practice, better support and better outcomes for our clients.

Building Better Days starts with strong practice. Not lip service. Not buzzwords. Not ticking boxes.

Just people investing in people.

There’s plenty happening at Able these October school holidays! We have two action-packed weeks planned for Able’s Octob...
28/08/2026

There’s plenty happening at Able these October school holidays!

We have two action-packed weeks planned for Able’s October Vacation Care in Tasmania, with plenty of opportunities to have fun with friends, try new things and build skills along the way.

From bowling, swimming and ZooDoo to pizza making, arts and crafts, Richmond and TMAG, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Activities are designed to support young people to:
🔹connect and socialise
🔹get active
🔹explore their creativity
🔹build everyday skills
🔹get out and explore the community

Bookings are now open.
👉 Click through to see the full October Vacation Care program and find out more. https://bit.ly/OctVC

Every goal starts with an opportunity.The opportunity to learn. The opportunity to connect. The opportunity to be includ...
26/08/2026

Every goal starts with an opportunity.

The opportunity to learn. The opportunity to connect. The opportunity to be included.

Through Able:Community, your monthly gift helps people with complex disabilities, including deafblindness, access opportunities, build confidence and pursue the future they choose.

Because lasting change doesn't happen in a day. It happens month after month, with support from people like you.

💙 Join Able:Community today: https://ableaustralia.org.au/ablecommunity

The NDIS reform bill has passed. What happens now?Tomorrow, we’re bringing coming together to unpack what the latest NDI...
25/08/2026

The NDIS reform bill has passed. What happens now?

Tomorrow, we’re bringing coming together to unpack what the latest NDIS changes could mean for Community Participation and Day Services and, importantly, how you can prepare for the conversations ahead.

Join our practical Lunch and Learn for Support Coordinators in person or online.

We’ll cover:

• What’s changing and what Support Coordinators need to know
• What reduced Day Service funding could mean for participants
• The questions participants and families are asking
• Practical strategies for planning discussions
• Ways to help participants maintain meaningful supports and community connection

📅 Tomorrow – Wednesday 26 August
⏰ 12pm–1.30pm
📍 In person: Able Australia, 40 Innovation Drive, Dowsing Point, Hobart
💻 Online: Microsoft Teams

There’ll also be time to ask questions, share experiences and hear what others across the sector are seeing.

There’s still time to register. Join us tomorrow and be better prepared for what comes next.

🥪 Joining us in person? https://tinyurl.com/5ewmhaj8
Stay for lunch and an open chat.
Online - https://tinyurl.com/3z6z3uxa

The NDIS reform bill has passed. What does this mean for Community Access and Day Services?For Support Coordinators, the...
20/08/2026

The NDIS reform bill has passed. What does this mean for Community Access and Day Services?

For Support Coordinators, the changes ahead could mean new challenges for participants who rely on Community Participation and Day Services and more questions from participants and families about what happens next.

Join our practical Lunch and Learn for Support Coordinators on Wednesday 26 August to unpack the latest changes and what they could mean in practice.

We’ll focus on practical information you can use when supporting participants and talking with families, including:

• What’s changing and what Support Coordinators need to know
• What reduced Day Service funding could mean for participants
• The questions participants and families are asking
• Practical considerations for planning discussions
• Ways to help participants maintain meaningful supports and community connection

📅 Wednesday 26 August
⏰ 12pm–1.30pm
📍 In person: Able Australia, 40 Innovation Drive, Dowsing Point, Hobart
💻 Online: Microsoft Teams

There’ll also be time to ask questions, share experiences and hear what other Support Coordinators are seeing across the sector.

🥪 Joining us in person? https://tinyurl.com/5ewmhaj8
Stay for lunch and an open chat.
Online - https://tinyurl.com/3z6z3uxa

🏎️ Confidence in the driver's seat!A recent visit to Hyperdrive Kart Racing gave Eric, Aaron and friends the chance to e...
18/08/2026

🏎️ Confidence in the driver's seat!

A recent visit to Hyperdrive Kart Racing gave Eric, Aaron and friends the chance to experience the excitement of go-kart racing while developing valuable life skills along the way.

They followed safety procedures, made quick decisions, stayed focused under pressure and built confidence as they completed laps around the track. Most importantly, they shared a fun experience with friends and enjoyed being active in their local community.

Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, including the Des Cooper Foundation, opportunities like this continue to help people build confidence, independence and connection. 💙

From volunteering to her first job interview, Leanne is one step closer to paid employment. 💙After four years of buildin...
18/08/2026

From volunteering to her first job interview, Leanne is one step closer to paid employment. 💙

After four years of building her skills through volunteer work, Leanne set herself a new goal: to find a paid job.

She’s been applying for roles, developing her computer and communication skills and preparing for interviews.

Then came an exciting milestone, Leanne landed her first job interview. 🎉

She practised interview questions, researched the company, planned what to wear and travelled across town to give it her best shot.

While the search for the right role continues, Leanne is building experience and confidence along the way.

What happened at the interview 👉 Read Leanne’s full journey: https://ableaustralia.org.au/leannes-journey-to-find-paid-employment

Reduced Day Service funding is raising some big questions. How do you support participants prepare for what comes next?B...
14/08/2026

Reduced Day Service funding is raising some big questions. How do you support participants prepare for what comes next?

Back by popular demand, our Lunch and Learn is returning on Wednesday 26 August. This time we are holding in Hobart!

This practical session will look at the changes affecting Community Participation and Day Services and what they could mean for the people you support.

We’ll explore:

• What the latest NDIS changes mean in practice
• The questions participants and families are asking
• How reduced funding could affect supports and community participation
• Practical considerations for planning discussions
• Ways to help participants maintain meaningful supports and community connection

📅 Wednesday 26 August 2026
⏰ 12pm–1.30pm
📍 In person: Able Australia, Dowsing Point, Hobart
💻 Online: Microsoft Teams

You’ll also have the opportunity to hear what other Support Coordinators are seeing across the sector, share experiences and ask questions.

👉 Register today

🥪 Joining us in person? https://tinyurl.com/5ewmhaj8
Stay for lunch and an open chat.
Online - https://tinyurl.com/3z6z3uxa

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National Office/413 Canterbury Road
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3127

Opening Hours

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

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