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Family face deportation because son has Down syndrome

The reason given by the government was that their 16-year-old son would be a burden on the system due to having Down...

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01st July 2020 1:07 PM

“We enjoy it here so much but at the end of the day, the clock is ticking and we don’t know 100 per cent if things will turn out for us." Source: Supplied to Kidspot

Justify your next movie night by supporting Carinbundi

Grab your popcorn and movie tickets to see Peanut Butter Falcon where you won’t only support a good cause, but also learn...

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30th Jan. 2020 5:01 PM

MOVIE NIGHT: Debra Phillips is encouraging everyone to come to a movie night held by Carinbundi.

Mum would've terminated baby with Down syndrome if she knew

Instead of feeling euphoric joy - Edyta Mordel was utterly devastated when her baby boy born was born back in 2015.

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11th Oct. 2019 2:10 PM

Edyta initially asked for a Down syndrome screening but the NHS said she later declined it. Source: Facebook

Couple sue over Down syndrome baby

The parents of a child with Down syndrome are suing a Queensland ultrasound clinic for failing to diagnose their unborn...

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01st June 2019 7:06 PM

The parents of a child with Down syndrome are suing a Gold Coast ultrasound clinic for failing to diagnose their unborn child with the condition.

Boy with Down syndrome becomes star

Elijah is nine, loves performing and wants to become a “famous YouTuber”. He also happens to have Down syndrome.

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25th Feb. 2019 2:02 PM

'I made the choice no pregnant woman should have to face'

A mother shares her agonising decision to terminate her pregnancy after a Down syndrome diagnosis, and why she wants you to...

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23rd Feb. 2019 1:02 PM

The resources will help teach children to think about their future fertility.

Major gig for model with Down syndrome

Kate Grant is one step closer to fulfilling her dream as a supermodel after landing a contract with popular beauty brand...

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11th Jan. 2019 10:01 AM

Kate Grant is now the ambassador for Benefit Cosmetics.

'He's struggling': Appeal for disabled man's stolen bike

The bike was chained to his family home and his mum Jodi said she was devastated for Brad, who can't understand why someone...

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04th Jan. 2019 4:01 PM

NOT JUST A BIKE: Brad Heimerl had his bike reportedly stolen from Kingaroy on Thursday.

Freedom Insurance signs up 26-year-old with Down syndrome

A SERIES of harrowing phone calls played at the banking royal commission have blown previous examples of shocking behaviour...

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11th Sept. 2018 1:09 PM

Baptist minister Grant Stewart’s 26-year-old Down syndrome son was signed up to an accidental death policy by a Freedom Insurance cold caller.

'After birth, my doctors noticed my baby was different'

THIS is the story of a birth with an unexpected diagnosis and a journey to acceptance and joy.

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10th Sept. 2018 1:09 PM

21yo and his dad build six-figure business

JOHN turned his passion into a business with the help of his dad Mark. Now they’re making six figures.

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08th July 2018 1:07 PM

John and his dad Mark are also business partners.

Chance to help the Stanley family

Cooroy's Queen of Fundraising needs our help

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26th April 2018 4:04 PM

Toddler loves doll that’s ‘just like her’

LITTLE Leah Bancks loves her doll Beddy – they are like two peas in a pod.

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24th March 2018 10:03 AM

Leah Bancks, 16 months, who has Down syndrome with her special doll "Beddy". Picture: Adam Head

Celebrating differences with love and rugby

RUGBY club promotes inclusion and encourages the community to embrace everyone as they celebrate 2018 World Down Syndrome...

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18th March 2018 4:03 AM

CLUB COMPASSION: Marist Brothers Ruby League Club celebrate and support their extended community family by recognising 2018 World Down Syndrome Day as an opportunity to demystify this genetic condition. Player Campbell Harvey, 15, holds his four-month-old brother Ethan next to Riley Thornton, 12, who each have the condition. L-R Junior players Tyrah Harvey-Hampton, Jaydee Schaefer, Braeden Williams, Gabe Forzan, Brock Carter, Jack Thornton and coach John Love, encourage all clubs to be more inclusive with players and supporters.

Award recognising our great teachers

Kingaroy teachers win inspirational award for exceptional work with a student with down syndrome.

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05th March 2018 2:03 PM

Danielle Carige, who won the 2017 Down Syndrome Inspirational Teachers Award, with Kingaroy state school student Abbie Laherty and mum Tennille Laherty.

Tim sees the world through a different lens

Tim Morrissey is challenging the way people view disabilities through his photography.

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14th Feb. 2018 9:02 AM

SAY CHEESE: Kingscliff resident Tim Morrissey, who has Down Syndrome, has started his own photography business.

Anneliese is reaching for the stars

Just over two years ago this vibrant fitness buff, who has Down syndrome, weighed 68kg, and since then she's dropped...

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03rd Feb. 2018 5:02 AM

Anneliese Neumann, 44, is fitter than she's ever been.

Why it was so important to save this dog's life

A MOORE Park Beach mother is counting her, and her son's dog's, lucky stars after the pooch was bitten by a brown snake.

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31st Oct. 2017 2:10 PM

MUCH LOVED: Nova is a companion dog for Carroline Cantrill's 17-year-old son, who has Down syndrome.

Mum's tearful thanks as boy is found

AN EMOTIONAL Bundaberg mother has thanked the quick response of emergency services after her son went missing in the early...

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20th Oct. 2017 6:10 PM

REUNITED: A Bundaberg mum has thanked the community after her little boy was found safe.

Woman with Down syndrome fighting right to vote in SSM survey

THE same-sex marriage survey gives everyone a chance to have their say. So why isn’t Shea MacDonaugh allowed to...

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23rd Sept. 2017 8:09 AM

Shea MacDonaugh and her mother Fran are fighting the AEC’s decision. Picture: SuppliedSource:Supplied

Bikers to turn out in a show of support for Owen

"I knew I was on to something good after the first ride.”

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07th Sept. 2017 10:09 AM

THE RIDE CAUSE: Shane and Michelle Rowe of Collingwood Park with their son, Owen, 6.

Every day is an adventure for keen Maryborough RSL worker

John Parker enjoys a very active life, but his favourite thing to do is go to work.

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29th June 2017 11:06 AM

LOVING LIFE: John Parker is enjoying working at the Maryborough RSL.

'I was shocked' Mum's tears of joy after daughter's therapy

VIDEO: At nine months old, Willow Baker couldn't sit up, stand and had no interest in trying to form words.

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16th May 2017 4:05 PM

HUGE PROGRESS: Jacinta Baker of Collingwood Park with her daughter Willow Baker, 4, who has Down syndrome.

Little Willow

Jacinta Baker of Collingwood Park talks about her daughter Willow who has down syndrome and how she has benefited from the...

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15th May 2017 3:05 PM

Countdown on for Home and Away stars Rocky visit

Home and Away actors visit Rocky for Abilities Ball event

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27th March 2017 7:03 AM

CELEBRATING INCLUSION: Raechelle Banno and Scott Lee at the Abilities Ball held at Bundaberg Civic Centre.

Family bonds forged for the love of Lyla

From the moment she was born, Lyla Brown has been an inspiration for her parents, Aaron and Renee.

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19th March 2017 4:03 PM

Lyla Brown with her parents, Aaron and Renee, and big brother Noah.

'I've done it, I'm finally a weather girl'

A young woman with Down syndrome has achieved her dream of reading the weather on the nightly news

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17th March 2017 4:03 PM

Melanie Segard (right) presenting the weather, with regular broadcaster Anais Baydemir.

'The legend' hits his 60th birthday

The regulars of Taylor's Hotel join together to celebrate

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17th March 2017 3:03 PM

Bill Pascoe pointed out the corner named in his honour at Taylor's Hotel.

All the world's a stage for Sunshine Troupe

You'll be knocked out by these special Coast performers about to take to the stage in Geelong.

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06th Feb. 2017 2:02 PM

PERFORMERS Michael Horsey, Phoebe Skulthorpe and Mitchell Runcie are part of the Sunshine Troupe who will put on their play "Wannabe” in Geelong this week.

Brave mum shares story of having twins with Down syndrome

Brave mum shares why she almost gave up rare twins with Down syndrome

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21st Dec. 2016 7:12 PM

Down syndrome man welcomed to 'Team Parker'

World champion Joseph Parker says a young Samoan man with Down syndrome will be part of his ring walk for the rest of his...

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18th Dec. 2016 2:12 PM

Best mates are now TV stars

Joe Surawski and Alex Procopis are best mates who do everything together, including making an appearance on television.

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24th Nov. 2016 12:11 PM

Alex Procopis and Joe Surawski have been best mates since meeting in Year 7 at Aspley Special School.

Runway success in Brisbane

Mackay model raises valuable funds to provide permanent homes for vulnerable people with disability.

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09th Nov. 2016 2:11 PM

MODELLING: Georgia Knoll on the runway in Brisbane.

Fraser Coast mum fighting for her daughter's rights

Fraser Coast mum Joelle Kelly is fighting for her daughter's rights.

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17th Oct. 2016 5:10 AM

International model flies in from NY Fashion Week for ball

Madeline Stuart, renown runway model, graces Bundaberg Abilities Ball.

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25th Sept. 2016 12:09 PM

CELEBRATING ABILITIES: Madeline Stuart performing at the Ability Ball held at the Bundaberg Civic Centre.

Down syndrome doesn't stop Anneliese reaching fitness goals

Equipped with a trendy fashion sense, a contagious smile and a strong set of guns, Anneliese Nuemann is the new fit chick...

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02nd Sept. 2016 2:09 PM

Anneliese Nuemann has discovered a passion in fitness, and has lost 12kg to now weigh 55kg.

UPDTATE: Mum hopes $1000 is enough for Down syndrome boy

VIDEO: Department of Education offer additional funding to Nixon

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23rd June 2016 10:06 AM

Peak Crossing State School will apply for funding to keep Nixon in Prep.

"Let's go home, we can't kill this baby"

AT 15 weeks, Claire and Ben Martin were told their baby had Down Syndrome. They made an appointment to abort but changed...

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23rd June 2016 9:06 AM

Cam tackles the footy

Cameron McNamee takes to the field in his first game of Aussie rules for Brothers Bulldogs.

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17th June 2016 5:06 PM

Brothers Bulldogs under 15 team is excited to have 17 year old Cameron McNamee play alongside them and be part of the teamPhoto: contributed Ben Turnbull

Disability won’t hold Cam back from taking the field

CAMERON McNamee can’t wipe the smile off his face – today he strapped on his football boots and play his first game of...

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17th June 2016 3:06 PM

Cameron McNamee has down syndrome he will play his first ever football game tomorrow with Brothers Bulldogs under 15s. Photo: contributed Ben Turnbull

Down Syndrome model Madeleine stars as fairytale bride

YOU might remember Down Syndrome model Madeline Stuart for walking the catwalk at New York Fashion Week and fronting two...

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15th March 2016 12:03 PM

Down Syndrome model Madeline Stuart as a bride in a fairtytale wedding shoot

WATCH: How award winning aide helps special needs student

Stephanie has been recognised for her work helping Ethan, who lives with Down Syndrome, learn about the same topics and...

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01st March 2016 3:03 PM

St. James Lutheran College - award winning learning support teacher aide Stephanie Conroy with 11 yr old Ethan Parry. Photo: Alistair Brightman / Fraser Coast Chronicle

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St James Lutheran College teacher aide Stephanie Conroy has won the 2016 Inspirational Teacher Aide Award for her work with...

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29th Feb. 2016 12:02 PM

Girl allowed visa after being denied for down syndrome

A SRI Lankan girl who made headlines after being refused a temporary visa because she has Down syndrome will be allowed to...

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12th Feb. 2016 6:02 PM

Eliza Fonseka was considered a "significant cost to the Australian community in the areas of health care".

16-year-old student takes up opportunity to create awareness

ELIZABETH Frost isn’t just showing herself what she’s capable of; she’s also creating awareness of disabilities in her...

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11th Feb. 2016 4:02 PM

MORE AWARENESS: Staff members Mitch Hart, Elizabeth Frost, Brittany Rose and Krystelle Tuting with EPIC Assist’s Helen Haidle (back) and Tanya Blucher (far right) at Yeppoon Central’s Donut King where Elizabeth is doing her school-based traineeship for students with disabilities.

Globe-trotting model with Down syndrome visits

A CAREER highlight for Highfields photographer April Hildred was securing a photo shoot with one of the world’s most...

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25th Jan. 2016 3:01 PM

Highfields photographer, April Hildred has a photo shoot with model, Madeline Stuart who has Down Syndrome.

Inspirational model with Down syndrome

Model Madeline Stuart, who has Down syndrome, takes part in a photo shoot near Toowoomba.

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25th Jan. 2016 6:01 AM

International model in Highfields

Model, Madeline Stuart photoshoot with Highfields photographer April Hildred.

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25th Jan. 2016 6:01 AM

Modeling Madeline has it made as a world-wide sensation

Since her modelling career took off seven months ago, the Mount Crosby teen with Down syndrome has been on a non-stop...

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31st Dec. 2015 5:12 AM

TIME OUT: Model Madeline Stuart enjoys a holiday with boyfriend Robbie Streeting.

Real Food Snacks employ with a mission

CABOOLTURE Real Food Snacks hasn’t only put a twist on chocolate – it has put a twist on business.

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17th Nov. 2015 9:11 PM

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