Government launches new initiative to support children with autism

Government plans better support for children with autism

Government plans better support for children with autism Source: Getty / EF Volart

Children with early signs of autism will be the focus of two new federally funded intervention programs announced by the Labor government. The announcement coincides with the first meeting of the Oversight Council that's developing a national Autism strategy.


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