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Big Boost for Hearing Impaired Students

Staff Reporter, Tuesday, 6th December 2011 -  People with hearing impairments could benefit greatly from a large Federal government investment in technology that converts live speech into text on tablets or laptops in seconds.

Seven Young Australians Changing the World

Staff Reporter, Wednesday, 30th November 2011 -  An organisation that urges Australian men to ‘soften up', a flash mob with a purpose, and a campaign to change Australia’s drinking culture are just of few of the projects presented by some of Australia’s young social pioneers at the National C

Tap to Donate: Are Mobile Wallets the Next New Thing in Fundraising?

Staff Reporter, Thursday, 24th November 2011 -  The latest advance in mobile technology in the form of ‘mobile wallets’ has barely touched down in Australia, but experts suggest they will dramatically transform how consumers purchase goods and services and make instant donations.

Technology on the Table at the FRSA Conference

Staff Reporter, Tuesday, 22nd November 2011 -  The Family Relationship Services Australia National Conference, held last week on the Gold Coast, focused on supporting Australian families and responding to their changing needs, including the role of technology in addressing social issues.

Pop Star Offers Free Music to NFPs

Staff Reporter, Friday, 18th November 2011 -  Pop star Moby has announced he is giving away his music for free for Not for Profit filmmakers and “anyone in need of free music for their independent, non-profit film, video, or short.”

The Paradox of Connectedness

Staff Reporter, Friday, 18th November 2011 -  The 'super-connected' world of the internet, social media and hand-held communication devices, may be driving us further apart, according to a leading psychologist and social researcher.

Australian Web Awards Recognise Importance of Accessibility

Staff Reporter, Thursday, 17th November 2011 -  A Not for Profit organisation has taken out a top Web award which recognises the importance of accessibility in web design and development.

Australia’s Digital Future: The Critical Role of the NFP Sector

Staff Reporter, Wednesday, 16th November 2011 -  Australia’s Not for Profit sector must play a critical role in building Australia’s ‘digital future’, by ensuring the wider population can share in the benefits of high-speed broadband, according to a new report.

Not for Profit App Hits Number One

Staff Reporter, Wednesday, 16th November 2011 -  A brain health app designed by an Australian Not for Profit organisation became the number one app in the nation this week, racking up 41,000 downloads in just 48 hours.
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