Media releases

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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.

Media release

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.

Media release

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.

Media release

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.

Media release

30/03/2023

New report: Lack of funding and volunteers leaves concerning outlook for disability community programs on 10th anniversary of NDIS

With the 10th anniversary of the NDIS this week , new research highlights concerns for the future of ‘Tier 2’ disability services.

Media release

27/03/2023

West Australians recognised for supporting people with disability

WA frontline workers and leaders from a range of disability support organisations have been honoured for the impact they have had on the lives of people with disability at the 2023 Disability Support Awards.

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