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Autism champion Richie Smith wants to show young people that 'they can be awesome'

Richie is the managing director of Awesometistic, a charity that aims to help young people with autism be themselves

Chronicle Live

'Did not meet expectations': school apologises to student with autism

Maitland Christian School has apologised for not inviting a student with autism to its year six graduation ceremony.

Newcastle Herald

Mum wins £3,000 payout from council after son misses FOUR MONTHS of school

The Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman found there was a 'delay and poor communication' by Salford city council over the education and health care plan of a child with autism

Daily Mirror

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Belfast Council acknowledges lack of facilities in leisure centres for autistic people

Councillor says Belfast autism services in leisure are “not very well advertised” and “not uniform.”

Belfast Live

Stadium sensory rooms allow fans World Cup games experience

The sensory rooms located at three World Cup stadiums in Qatar provide a calm and secure environment for children and young adults with autism, learning difficulties or other sensory access requirements

The Independent UK

Co Armagh man was told he'd 'never become anything' but is now achieving his dreams

"If I want to laugh, I laugh, I don't care what people think about me anymore."

Belfast Live

Belfast parents meet EA over concerns around SEN provisions

Parents outlined several issues including delays in autism diagnosis and statements

Belfast Live

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Keeley's Cause gives children with autism and intellectual disabilities iPads to help them flourish

In just five years, Keeley Murphy's charity has given away more than 300 iPads to children with disabilities. The recent high school graduate now plans to take her charity's work global.

ABC News

How national guidelines for support of children with autism celebrates neurodiversity

The updated national autism guidelines will focus on different forms of therapy for children, all of which highlight support over correction for people on the spectrum.

ABC News

‘No one would believe me’: Labor launches women’s health council to tackle medical misogyny

Exclusive: Experts will look into healthcare offered for menstruation, menopause and conditions such as heart disease, autism and cancer

The Guardian - AU

'Radical' plan needed for people with autism and learning disabilities NHS bosses warn - as 49 people are in hospital despite not needing to be

NHS bosses are concerned about how a staff exodus and lack of safe provision is impacting on the most vulnerable.

Chronicle Live

Christine McGuinness says autism diagnosis ‘pushed’ her out of her comfort zone

Exclusive: The former Real Housewives of Cheshire star also spoke about how she’s adjusting to life as a single mum

Evening Standard

Christine McGuinness says 'dreams do come true' as she shares heartwarming news with fans

The former Real Housewives of Cheshire star was congratulated by supporters

Manchester Evening News

NHS signs of autism in adults as celebrities share diagnosis

People such as Christine McGuinness and Melanie Sykes have been diagnosed with the condition

Liverpool Echo

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The Guardian - AU

The sleep switch: the hormone supplement sending Australian children to sleep

Experts have seen an increase in the number of children using melatonin. What do we know about the ‘hormone of darkness’?

ABC News

Hobart's Artosaurus studio 'filling a gap' for artists with disabilities aspiring to launch their careers

A studio set up in Hobart for an 18-year-old artist who has autism has had a far wider impact than its founders expected, becoming a community space filling a gap for artists with disabilities.

Daily Mirror

Christine McGuinness writes book to help kids cope with autism based on own challenges

Christine’s own diagnosis came after she and her husband Paddy McGuiness, who's she's now split from, made a film about their three children who have autism

Daily Record

Scots comedian Fern Brady wants to share 'positive depiction' of autism on Taskmaster

The Bathgate-born star has been going from strength to strength after having her first professional comedy gig in 2010, she has since appeared on 8 Out of 10 Cats, Live At The Apollo, and toured her own 25 date show.

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Reuters

"Music is their language": school gives autistic Chinese youth a voice

Almost three years of pandemic restrictions have been hard for 23-year-old Chinese villager Zu Wenbao, but thanks to Beijing-based Chen's Studio, music has become his saving grace.

ABC News

Adelaide 500 Supercars event to include sensory space for those living on autism spectrum

The Adelaide 500 will have a dedicated space to cater for those living on the autism spectrum and their families after a 12-year-old boy made the suggestion to the South Australian government.

Irish Mirror

Harry Potter star Emma Watson surprises RTE Toy Show star with viewers bowled over by 'legend' Catriona

Catriona made a speech about autism

Glasgow Live

Youngster who has not seen grandad for three years watches video of him singing every night

George Kerr, a resident at Elderslie Care Home has two children and one grandchild, 13-year-old Kieran who has autism and severe learning difficulties. The youngster now watches a video of him singing every night.

Newcastle Herald

Plan for new autism school aims to bridge the gap for Hunter parents

A new school is hoped to ease the strain on parents of children on the autism spectrum stuck on long waiting lists.

ABC News

Tasmanian family forced to move to Sunshine Coast to access autism specialists for 3yo son

When Jessica was told she would have to wait 18 months to get her three-year-old autistic son into a specialist, she made the desperate decision to move states to get early intervention support.

The Conversation

Autism and ADHD: the youth justice system is harming neurodivergent children

Neurodivergent children are disproportionately represented in the youth justice system in England. This includes those with conditions including autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and speech, language and communication needs.

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