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21/09/2018
Parliamentary report captures concerns about NDIS market
The Joint Standing Committee on the NDIS has produced a report on NDIS market readiness that is highly critical of the flawed approach to NDIS transition.
News update
20/09/2018
NDS Monthly Wrap - September 2018
Welcome to the Monthly Wrap - where we highlight 20 things that NDS has done in the past month to support the sector.
News update
19/09/2018
Give feedback on Victorian disability advocacy futures plan 2018-2020
NDS is seeking member input on the Victorian disability advocacy futures plan 2018-2020 by 25 September to inform a submission to the Victorian Government.
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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 webinar: Getting the most from the NDS Helpdesk
This NDS Member Exclusive Webinar recording takes you through the NDS Helpdesk, so you can get the most out of it.
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Safeguarding for Boards
Safeguarding for Boards is a series of short films and a guide for boards of disability service providers. They help boards to understand and address the risk of abuse and neglect of people they support.
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Understanding Participant Choice in the National Disability Insurance Scheme
NDS is partnering with the Institute for Choice at the University of South Australia to conduct a program of research on how NDIS participants make choices about providers and why they make the choices...
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The Workforce Challenge - Recruiting and retaining the workforce of tomorrow
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Brisbane
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25/09/2018
CEOs, HR executives and professionals are facing a critical challenge today. Attend this event to to explore new ways to attract and retain compassionate and loyal workers, now and into the future.
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Hot Topics: Navigating Industrial Relations in an NDIS World
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Crawley
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25/09/2018
Join Michael Pegg, Industrial Relations Manager with Jobs Australia, for insights into current industrial issues for the disability sector, the implications for Disability Service Providers, and practical...
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Flexible Employment Options in an NDIS Environment
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Northbridge
Event start date:
26/09/2018
This session will explore how employers can navigate the industrial relations system to employ disability support workers in flexible ways that make sense in the NDIS environment.
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21/09/2018
Parliamentary report captures concerns about NDIS market
The Joint Standing Committee on the NDIS has produced a report on NDIS market readiness that is highly critical of the flawed approach to NDIS transition.
News update
20/09/2018
NDS Monthly Wrap - September 2018
Welcome to the Monthly Wrap - where we highlight 20 things that NDS has done in the past month to support the sector.
News update
19/09/2018
Give feedback on Victorian disability advocacy futures plan 2018-2020
NDS is seeking member input on the Victorian disability advocacy futures plan 2018-2020 by 25 September to inform a submission to the Victorian Government.
News update
19/09/2018
Register now for the Warrnambool 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
18/09/2018
Action to safeguard people with disability should not have to await a Royal Commission
WA Greens Senator Jordan Steele-John has called for the Royal Commission into aged care to be extended to disability services.
News update
17/09/2018
Housing reforms pass Victorian Parliament with impact for disability sector
Two housing reforms have passed Victorian Parliament, and the government has announced the service providers that it will transfer its SIL and STA services to.
News update
17/09/2018
Last chance to complete your Annual Market Survey – Closing Tuesday
NDS’ Annual Market Survey now closes tomorrow – Tuesday, 18 September. Give your input today to shape the future of disability service provision.
Blog
17/09/2018
Moody's Message: The virtue of being a pebble in the pond
This month, David Moody speaks about the virtues of philanthropy, and the ripples of change on the journey we have taken down the NDIS road.
News update
17/09/2018
NDIS Updates: NDIA and the Health Interface
The Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) recently released a decision regarding a NDIA participant’s request for care by a registered nurse.
News update
17/09/2018
News on the Ground: Southern Melbourne rolls into the NDIS!
As Southern Melbourne rolls into the NDIS, the NDIA is anticipating all eligible participants in this region have plans by June 2019.
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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.
Media release
23/08/2018
Aboriginal owned and controlled organisations to receive a timely boost in ILC Remote Grant Round
Funding of nearly $9.4M has been allocated to 13 projects to run for one or two years from July 2018 to support people with disability in remote communities.
Media release
12/06/2018
Comment invited on NDIS Quality and Safeguards guidance
Draft versions of guidance around the NDIS Quality and Safeguarding Framework have been released for comment.
