- 1. Keeping the Family Whole: The Jones Family’s Creative Quest for NDIS SDA Housing
- (Living longer in your home)
- ... rules in most states now support secondary dwellings (granny flats or accessory dwellings), though approvals vary by council and state. In many cases, a well-designed villa can be enrolled as SDA, delivering ...
- Created on 09 February 2026
- 2. Enforcement Challenges: Malaysia vs Singapore vs Australia Accessibility Standards in the Built Environment
- (Malaysia)
- ... with State Variations Australia's Premises Standards (2010, updated references to AS 1428.1:2021) make AS 1428 mandatory where triggered by the NCC/BCA: Applies to new buildings, major refurbishments, ...
- Created on 09 February 2026
- 3. MAIWP RUN 2026 Shows Inclusion in Action: Extending Universal Design to Events and Public Spaces in Malaysia
- (Providing Services to the Public)
- ... and heritage projects ensures cost-effective barrier-free infrastructure solutions. Our expanding Perth office supports multi-state needs, with Sydney expertise transferable to high-standard event audits. ...
- Created on 09 February 2026
- 4. PwD Act Amendments 2026: Why Transparency and Public Input Are Key to Real OKU Accessibility in Malaysia
- (Malaysia)
- ... reasonable accommodations, and penalties for non-compliance. Current State of the PwD Act: Still "Powerless" Without Teeth The existing Act promotes rights but lacks strong enforcement, clear timelines ...
- Created on 09 February 2026
- 5. Selangor OKU Policy 2026: Preparing for Inclusive Infrastructure and Universal Design Compliance
- (Street Access)
- ... with Disabilities (OKU/PwD). As announced in late December 2025 by State Women Empowerment and Welfare Committee Chairman Anfaal Saari, the Selangor Disability Policy (Dasar Orang Kurang Upaya Selangor) ...
- Created on 09 February 2026
- 6. Malaysia PwD Act 2008 Amendments 2026: What OKU and Building Owners Must Prepare For Now
- (Public Transport)
- ... ensures cost-effective barrier-free infrastructure solutions. Our expanding Perth office supports multi-state compliance across Australia. Call to Action: Don't wait for 2026 enforcement – book your free ...
- Created on 07 February 2026
- 7. Why Establishing a Dedicated Accessibility Committee in Kuala Lumpur is a Brilliant Step Forward
- (Street Access)
- ... participation in society—not a luxury. As one powerful quote states: "Safe and accessible walkways are not luxuries; they are the foundation of our freedom and independent living. Inaccessible walkways ...
- Created on 03 February 2026
- 8. Specialist Disability Accommodation
- (Living longer in your home)
- ... the onsite reviews we have conducted since the inception of SDA. As an experienced project manager for State and Federal Government projects and a licensed builder in NSW, the principal architect is ...
- Created on 04 February 2025
- 9. UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities: Key Facts for Malaysians
- (Malaysia)
- ... pledge to protect the rights of OKU and align national laws and policies with international standards. As a State Party, Malaysia is bound to implement the CRPD's principles, including non-discrimination, ...
- Created on 25 March 2019
- 10. Understanding By-Law 34A of the Uniform Building By-Laws (UBBL) in Malaysia: Mandatory Accessibility for Persons with Disabilities
- (Malaysia)
- ... state governments. As a result, states gazetted the amendment over time: In Penang, it was gazetted on 11 November 1993 (State Gazette No. Pg. P.U 26). Other states followed suit, with gazette dates ...
- Created on 25 March 2019
- 11. Website Privacy Policy
- (Boilerplate)
- Privacy Statement & Policy Sydney Access Consultants (Malaysia) Plt provide access services to private and public sector organisations and are committed to upholding our obligations under any agreed ...
- Created on 17 March 2019