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16/11/2018
New bilateral agreements increase Commonwealth control over NDIS costs
As State and Territory governments finish their transition to the NDIS and enter Full Scheme, they are signing new bilateral agreements with the Commonwealth.
News update
16/11/2018
New member webcasts on the Quality and Safeguarding Framework and NDIS Commission
NDS has produced a series of member only webcasts covering requirements and early insights of the NDIS Quality and Safeguarding Framework.
News update
15/11/2018
Western Australia announces plans to develop State Disability Plan
National Disability Services WA welcomes the state government's decision to develop at State Disability Plan.
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10/09/2018
NDIS-funded services exempted from Long Service Benefits Portability Act
The Long Service Benefits Portability Bill 2018 will become law after passing Parliament on 5 September, with NDIS-funded services excluded from its scope.
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28/02/2018
Australian Disability Workforce Report: Second edition highlights workforce risks
The second edition of the Australian Disability Workforce Report illustrates greater use of casual and part-time workers as organisations grapple with pricing.
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1/11/2017
NDS voices concerns on proposed registration and accreditation scheme
In its submission to the Victorian Government, NDS outlines our concerns about the proposed registration and accreditation scheme for the disability workforce.
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Member webcast: Incident Management and Reportable Incidents
This member-exclusive webcast covers Incident Management and Reportable Incidents.
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This member-exclusive webcast focuses on the registration requirements of NDIS providers.
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Member webcast: NDIS Quality and Safeguarding Framework and the NDIS Commission – An Overview
This member-exclusive webcast provides an overview of the NDIS Quality and Safeguarding Framework and the NDIS Commission.
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CEO Meeting 2018
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Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
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19/11/2018 to 20/11/2018
The highly-regarded annual CEO Meeting will see leaders from across the Australian disability services sector gather to network and hear the latest on national policy directions and key management issues.
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NDS Annual General Meeting 2018
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Melbourne
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19/11/2018
The Annual General Meeting of National Disability Services will be held Monday 19 November 2018 in Melbourne.
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NDIS and the Art of Support Coordination
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Northbridge
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19/11/2018
Support Coordinators play a significant role in helping participants get the best outcomes from their NDIS-funded plans. This workshop is tailored to existing and aspiring Support Coordinators in WA.
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News update
16/11/2018
New bilateral agreements increase Commonwealth control over NDIS costs
As State and Territory governments finish their transition to the NDIS and enter Full Scheme, they are signing new bilateral agreements with the Commonwealth.
News update
16/11/2018
New member webcasts on the Quality and Safeguarding Framework and NDIS Commission
NDS has produced a series of member only webcasts covering requirements and early insights of the NDIS Quality and Safeguarding Framework.
News update
15/11/2018
Western Australia announces plans to develop State Disability Plan
National Disability Services WA welcomes the state government's decision to develop at State Disability Plan.
News update
12/11/2018
NDS CEO Meeting: One week left!
There is only one week left until NDS’s flagship annual event. Register now to hear from both major political parties, the NDIA, and discuss research findings.
News update
9/11/2018
Vale Paul Cain
NDS is saddened to learn of the death of Paul Cain. Much of Paul’s career was devoted to advocating for people with intellectual disability.
News update
7/11/2018
$7M government funding announced to increase employment and recreational opportunities for people with disability
The Commonwealth and Western Australian Governments have announced $7M funding to increase employment and recreational opportunities for people with disability.
News update
7/11/2018
Modern Award four yearly review – Focus moves to SCHCADS award
The remaining matters put forward by employer groups and unions concerning the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services award will be finalised.
News update
7/11/2018
NDIA launches functional assessment pilot
The NDIA is piloting the use of functional impact assessment tools with participants aged over seven years with various diagnoses.
News update
7/11/2018
Register now for next week's North Sydney Make It Work forum
NDS is partnering with Every Australian Counts to roll out forums across Australia to reengage with our local MPs and seek their support to address NDIS issues.
News update
7/11/2018
Survey to assist transfer of supported accommodation services launched
KPMG has released a survey to gather details about the non-government sector which will assist in the transfer of supported accommodation services in SA.
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22/10/2018
NDIS workforce plan tops list of priorities for WA disability sector
NDS has called on the WA Government to ensure a smooth and successful transition to the NDIS by developing a strong overarching vision in Western Australia.
Media release
15/10/2018
NDIS Updates: Complexity and the NDIS
The Office of the Public Advocate has released a report detailing the difficulties people with complex needs have had obtaining support under the NDIS.
Media release
17/09/2018
Helpdesk Top 5: September 2018
In the month since the launch of the new Helpdesk, 1,461 users visited and asked 139 questions. Read on to find out answers to pertinent NDIS questions.
Media release
27/08/2018
NDS's BuyAbility partners with BGIS
BGIS, a leading real estate and facilities management service provider, has signed an agreement with NDS to implement the BuyAbility service in Australia.
