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News update

21/02/2020

DRC hears from more parents and people with disability

Themes included devaluing of people with disability, sub-standard health care and lack of choice.

News update

20/02/2020

Commonwealth opens grant round for Disability Employment Continuity of Support

The Commonwealth has released details of a grant application round for organisations seeking funding to provide Disability Employment Continuity of Support.

Policy News

19/02/2020

Recent Victorian submissions, Workforce Longitudinal study results, and opportunities for NDS engagement

Recent submissions on the 2020-21 Victorian Budget and Worker Registration Scheme. Members are encouraged to consider joining one of our active Member Groups.

News update

18/02/2020

NDIS workforce is the subject of a new inquiry

As part of its remit to inquire into the implementation, performance and governance of the NDIS, the JSC is turning its attention to the workforce

News update

18/02/2020

DRC begins hearing on health care for people with cognitive disability

People with cognitive disability, advocates and a parent gave evidence at the first day of the Sydney hearing.

News update

13/02/2020

What Matters Most to our Sector? Find out at the NSW Conference.

Take advantage of Early Bird pricing and register for the conference now!

News update

13/02/2020

Royal Commission News | Edition 13

This edition covers the latest news on the Disability Royal Commission, events and resources for providers and a recent DRC related helpdesk question answered.

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Resources

StreetFleet - Vehicle Fleet Partner

StreetFleet offers NDS members a free fleet appraisal, unique tender system plus other discounted services.

News update

12/02/2020

Workforce Census data collection

Call to action for Members to enter data for the next round of biannual Workforce Census survey - Date collection period 17 February to 13 March.

News update

12/02/2020

Have your say - review of eligibility criteria for ACROD Parking

A review of the ACROD Parking Program eligibility criteria by the State Government aims to create a more inclusive and supportive WA for people with disability.

News update

12/02/2020

Differential NDIS Market Settings for a Psychosocial Disability Workforce

Discover findings from the recent workshop to investigate the impact of NDIS market settings on providers who support people with psychosocial disability.

News update

12/02/2020

CFA is improving bushfire preparedness planning in Victoria with those at risk

Learn about the CFA led project that will build the capability of the community and social services sector and discover additional resources and advice.

News update

12/02/2020

Connecting disability employers and employment services to increase workers moving into disability roles

Strengthening connections between employment services and disability providers in the care sector in regional Victoria, Improving links would address shortages.