Acknowledgements endorsements Background methodology executive Summary 11 Recommendations 22 Article — general obligations 38

RECOMMENDATIONS Article 20

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  That Australia establishes a nationally consistent, adequately funded entitlement program for assistive devices, aids and equipment to enable people with disability, including those in rural and remote areas to participate in all areas of community life.
  
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  That Australia, in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and representative organisations, develops mechanisms to establish locally relevant solutions that ensure equipment is suitably robust and repairs and maintenance can be undertaken locally.