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14 September 2026

Autistic Queensland man lodges human rights complaint over 'ableist' driving standards

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Autistic Queensland man lodges human rights complaint over 'ableist' driving standards

Casey Archbald says there is no "evidence" to support including autism in the national medical standards that determine whether a person can drive safely.

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