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'It will save lives': Disaster emergency preparedness workshops offered for Tasmanians with disability in pilot project

When Taraidh became quadriplegic 18 months ago, it turned his family's emergency plans on their head. A new program is helping equip people like him with the tools they need to prepare. 

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