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Why WebAIM's report only found 6 issues on a million pages

Over a million homepages on the web are failing basic accessibility checks, in the same few ways over and over again. But it's not because accessibility is too hard.

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Is Vibe coding the worst idea for accessibility?

Building for the web is changing and it’s changing fast. We’ve moved from "write code" to something more like "steer the machine". And if you care about accessibility, that shift is exciting, and also, concerning.

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How Australia's spy agency broke their website

For the 75th anniversary of the Australian Signals Directorate, a commemorative coin was released with an accompanying webpage. The physical coin contained various codes on the front and back encouraging people to decode them as a challenge.

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Canberra’s wake-up call on accessible ticketing

When an Australian city’s ticketing platform upgrade ships without accessibility, the risks became significant. Avoid these by investing early, verifying independently, and do not launch until it passes the standard.

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Digital accessibility in Australian retail

Point of sale (POS) terminals, smart checkouts, public facing smart displays and employee smart displays. There’s a lot to unpack with what accessibility requirements need to be met within the retail environment in Australia.

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Key Accessibility Takeaways from Google I/O 2025

Subtle but significant, Google’s updates improve built-in accessibility for common UI elements. Full adoption will take time, but the foundation is promising.

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More than a checklist. We help you turn accessibility into real progress

Clarity, guidance, and actionable insights at every step of your accessibility journey.

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A closer look at Apple’s Accessibility Nutrition Labels

Apple’s new Accessibility Nutrition Labels highlight which features an app supports, and from September 2025, users will even be able to search the App Store using these labels.

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Accessibility Lessons from the MyWay+ Rollout

How a $60 million public transport ticketing system put accessibility last, and what we must learn from it

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Why Accessibility Overlays Fall Short - and What to Do Instead

Accessibility overlays offer quick fixes but fail to deliver true inclusivity or reduce legal risks. Accessibility is not just about avoiding lawsuits - it’s about creating a better experience for all users. Let us help you do it the right way.

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