The peak body for occupational therapists (OTs) says NDIS price freezes have left hundreds of occupational therapy businesses on the brink of financial ruin, risking the care of thousands of […]
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NDIA claims ‘sustained achievement’ in NDIS
There has been “sustained achievement” in several areas across the NDIS, according to the scheme’s latest quarterly report. The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) says there have been increases in […]
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Concerns about new scheme to remove autism from NDIS
Changes ahead for NDIS with new program for some children with autism.
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Measuring what matters for Australians with disability
A new Disability Wellbeing Index promises to better measure outcomes for people with disability – thanks in part to its co-design process. The Disability Wellbeing Index (DWI) was launched this […]
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Calls for accountability after NDIA appears to target person with disability
A group of Disability Representative Organisations (DROs) have written to the Acting CEO of the National Disability Insurance Agency to demand accountability, after news reports that the agency removed a […]
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Grattan reports on the NDIS
It seems not a week goes by that we aren’t peppered with headlines reminding us of just how expensive the NDIS is for the nation. The latest reminder arrived last […]
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Have your say on NDIS support rules
It has been almost a year since the NDIA introduced the NDIS Supports rules , including NDIS Support lists. The Federal Government is currently reviewing the NDIS Supports rules and asking for feedback from […]
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Therapy pricing changes anger community
This year’s NDIS Annual Pricing Review recommends price changes for various types of therapy. The change has angered many in the disability community and sparked another crisis for the beleaguered […]
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Minister promises collaboration in first major speech
Australia’s new Minister for the National Disability Insurance Scheme, Jenny McAllister, says she is trying “not to waste a single day” as she adjusts to her portfolio. The Minister was […]
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Post-election reflections from the disability sector
The return of the Albanese Government raises the challenge of ensuring the voices of people with disability remains a priority.
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Study into sensory vests for autistic children
Exploring positive effects from wearing sensory vests.