W3C Web Accessibility Initiative: 2025 Year in Review
12 December 2025
By Dr. Scott Hollier, CEO, Centre for Accessibility Australia.
When I first joined a W3C member organisation in 2009 and became its Advisory Committee representative, we were very excited…
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Microsoft Rolls Out Accessibility Updates for Narrator and Microsoft 365.
11 December 2025
Microsoft has announced new enhancements to its Narrator screen reader and Microsoft 365 apps, marking the recent International Day of People with Disability. The updates aim to improve the experience…
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US Reverting Back to Times New Roman font, Intentionally Diminishing Accessibility.
11 December 2025
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has ordered American diplomats to return to using Times New Roman in official communications, reversing a 2023 switch to Calibri introduced under his predecessor…
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Opinion – Staying Connected: Why Social Media Matters for Young Australians with Disability.
10 December 2025
This is an opinion piece written by Laetitia Thompson, Digital Content Officer at Centre for Accessibility Australia.
The Australian government is set to introduce a ban on social media…
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Alter Boy's Luke Eastman Nominated for WA Music Award for Auslan Performances.
9 December 2025
Alter Boy’s Luke Eastman, aka ‘NRG’, has been nominated for Vocalist of the Year at the West Australian Music Awards for his inclusive Auslan performances. As a Child…
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Apple Unveils Campus Musical Ad for International Day of People with Disability.
5 December 2025
Apple has released a new ad showcasing its built-in accessibility features, timed to coincide with the International Day of People with Disability on December 3. The commercial, titled “Designed…
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International Day of People with Disability: Google Announces Major Android Update with AI-Powered Features and Accessibility Tools
4 December 2025
Google has announced a major update to its Android operating system, coinciding with this year’s International Day of People with Disability.
The updates include:
Expanded Dark Theme: Android can…
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International Day of People with Disability: Digital Accessibility Matters!
3 December 2025
Today, December 3rd, is International Day of People with Disability.
At Centre for Accessibility Australia, we’re proud to be a digital accessible not-for-profit organisation, and we’re…
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Digital Accessibility in 2025: A Year in Review.
28 November 2025
Digital accessibility is evolving rapidly, and 2025 is shaping up to be a landmark year.
Key Trends in Digital Accessibility:
WCAG 2.2 Adoption in Australia: As of April 2…
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Centre for Accessibility Australia Hosts Free Screen Reader Showcase on International Day of People with Disability!
21 November 2025
Centre for Accessibility Australia (CFA Australia) is excited to announce a free live stream presentation on International Day of People with Disability (December 3), featuring Junior Digital Accessibility Analysts Glenn…
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