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Penni Almond’s Run for Deaf Children Australia
Get Inspired 04 February 2026

Penni Almond’s Run for Deaf Children Australia

Penni set herself a goal to raise $2,000 for Deaf Children Australia while running the Gold Coast Marathon. She didn’t just meet that goal, ...

Zac Daroesman’s Story on Why he is Running for DCA
Get Inspired 04 February 2026

Zac Daroesman’s Story on Why he is Running for DCA

Zac never planned to become a runner, and he never imagined he would lose his hearing.

Running for What They Deserved – Alana Cooper’s Half Marathon for Deaf Children Australia
Get Inspired 04 February 2026

Running for What They Deserved – Alana Cooper’s Half Marathon for Deaf Children Australia

For Alana Cooper, this run is about more than crossing a finish line. It’s about honouring the past and helping shape a better future.

Why Deaf History Matters
Fostering Inclusion 16 January 2026

Why Deaf History Matters

Deaf history in Australia is rich, meaningful and deeply connected to community, education and culture. It is made up of stories of ...

Tasmania Families Explore Port Arthur Together
Events 12 December 2025

Tasmania Families Explore Port Arthur Together

Our Deaf Children Australia families in Tasmania had a wonderful day out on Saturday 6 December, exploring the Port Arthur Historic Site. ...

Tassie Families Come Together for a Day of Fun at Beauty Point
Events 04 December 2025

Tassie Families Come Together for a Day of Fun at Beauty Point

Our Deaf Children Australia event, Bills to Tails, brought together our wonderful Tassie community for a great day out at Beauty Point. We ...

A Weekend of Fun and Connection at the 2025 Queensland Family Camp
Events 04 December 2025

A Weekend of Fun and Connection at the 2025 Queensland Family Camp

Deaf Children Australia welcomed 22 families to our family camp on Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 August. More than 80 parents, carers, children ...

What do Audiologists do?
Flying Colours 23 November 2025

What do Audiologists do?

Audiologists are highly qualified allied health professionals trained to assess, diagnose, and treat hearing loss.

First Diagnosis? Here are some tips on what to do next
Flying Colours 13 November 2025

First Diagnosis? Here are some tips on what to do next

Receiving the news that your child is deaf or hard of hearing usually comes as a shock, especially since 90 percent of these children are ...

Deaf Children Australia Welcomes New CEO, Lisa Ratcliffe
Announcements 11 November 2025

Deaf Children Australia Welcomes New CEO, Lisa Ratcliffe

Deaf Children Australia is delighted to announce the appointment of Lisa Ratcliffe as our new Chief Executive Officer.

Celebrating Creativity at the DCA Art Exhibition Launch
Events 10 November 2025

Celebrating Creativity at the DCA Art Exhibition Launch

On the 20th September 2025, Deaf Children Australia proudly hosted the launch of our 2025 ‘I Can’ Art Exhibition, a vibrant celebration of ...

“In Broad Daylight” by Maya
Get Inspired 22 October 2025

“In Broad Daylight” by Maya

Each year, Deaf Children Australia’s Youth Grants help young deaf and hard of hearing people bring their ideas to life, from creative ...

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