Media releases

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11/12/2023

New data reveals “worst year ever” for disability providers, more expected to close

The State of the Disability Sector Report 2023 shows a sector at breaking point as providers report their worst year ever, with many struggling to break even.

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7/12/2023

NDIS Review Findings Welcome, Urgent Action Needed on Independent Pricing

The review recommends many positive steps, but the sector's current financial challenges cannot be ignored for effective implementation and lasting changes.

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29/09/2023

Disability services peak body welcomes Royal Commission report

NDS welcomes the Royal Commission report. We are ready and willing to play a role in reforms and believe providers have a valuable contribution to make.

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31/07/2023

New data projects “unconscionable” closure of disability services

A mass exodus of disability providers is on the horizon, as rising costs make it virtually impossible for many to continue their services, according to new data.

Media release

20/06/2023

“Not out of the woods”: New report finds disability workforce ‘stable’ but more challenges to come

A new report shows a turning corner for the Australian disability workforce, but experts warn the sector is far from out of the woods.

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16/06/2023

“Winners and losers”: Sector reacts to NDIS pricing announcement

NDIS Pricing winners and losers: the pricing arrangements announced today, whilst including some good news for providers, serve as a bitter blow for others.

Media release

1/06/2023

National Disability Services Statement of Support for the Voice to Parliament for First Nations peoples

NDS supports a Voice for First Nations People. NDS values diversity and inclusion and supports First Peoples right to have a say in matters that affect them.

Media release

9/05/2023

NDS calls for sector sustainability in NDIS federal budget measures

NDS calls for a vibrant disability sector to be maintained as part of Federal Budget measures to manage the financial sustainability of the NDIS.

Media release

28/04/2023

Government must balance sustainability with ensuring continuity of services for people with disability

NDS welcomes NDIS sustainability goal of National Cabinet but cautions this must be balanced with ensuring continuity of services for people with disability.

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19/04/2023

Peak body for disability providers welcomes systemic reform to the NDIS 

NDS welcomes the government’s commitment to improving the NDIS and looks forward to working in partnership with government to deliver on key reforms.

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