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13/05/2021
Vic COVID-19 Update: QR code service, and DFFH Factsheets updated
The Victorian Government has announced one QR code check-in system for use everywhere, and DFFH has released updated fact sheets outlining COVIDSafe changes.
News update
13/05/2021
Vic Govt establishing Victorian Skills Authority
The Victorian Government is establishing a Victorian Skills Authority (VSA) as part of a $383.8 million investment in skills, training and higher education.
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13/05/2021
Disability Employment Horizons – registrations closing soon!
NDS invites all service providers offering NDIS supports in employment to attend the launch of NDS’s Industry Vision. Hurry – registrations close tomorrow.
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Outcomes with Bayley House day service programs
Bayley House shares two stories from its day service programs which provide participants with the experience and knowledge to become part of their community.
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Proposed new wage structure for the Supported Employment Services Award
NDS has developed an infographic setting out the key elements and implementation timeframe of the FWC’s proposed wages framework for supported employment.
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NSW Worker Screening: What you need to know
NDS were joined by Michael Rosmalen, Director NDIS Worker Check, NSW Office of the Children's Guardian for an overview of the NDISWC application process.
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Behaviour Support Practitioner Workshop Series for 2020-2021: Workshop Four
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14/05/2021 to 21/05/2021
NDS invites Behaviour Support Practitioners to a series of four free professional development workshops.
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DES: How are we going, and where are we going?
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17/05/2021
NDS would like to invite Queensland disability employment providers to hear the latest trends and future forecasting with Jason McKey.
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Prevention and Management of Aggression in Community Care Services, WorkSafe Project Outcomes
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Perth and online
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17/05/2021
Briefing on the outcomes of the WorkSafe project, Prevention and Management of Aggression in Community Care Services by Kath Jones, Senior Inspector WorkSafe Service Industries and Specialists Directorate.
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13/05/2021
Vic COVID-19 Update: QR code service, and DFFH Factsheets updated
The Victorian Government has announced one QR code check-in system for use everywhere, and DFFH has released updated fact sheets outlining COVIDSafe changes.
News update
13/05/2021
Vic Govt establishing Victorian Skills Authority
The Victorian Government is establishing a Victorian Skills Authority (VSA) as part of a $383.8 million investment in skills, training and higher education.
News update
13/05/2021
Disability Employment Horizons – registrations closing soon!
NDS invites all service providers offering NDIS supports in employment to attend the launch of NDS’s Industry Vision. Hurry – registrations close tomorrow.
News update
12/05/2021
DFFH collaboration agreements with Victorian SIL providers
NDS seeks provider feedback to support ongoing discussions with DFFH in response to widespread concern around collaboration agreements. CAV has released new SDA resources.
News update
11/05/2021
2021 Federal budget sees increased funding for the NDIS
An additional $13.2 billion has been allocated to the NDIS over the next four years and is likely to spur public discussion on Scheme sustainability.
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7/05/2021
Regional and Remote Expansion and Development Fund in WA
Project funding now available for NDIS registered service providers operating in regional and remote areas of Western Australia.
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7/05/2021
FWC Releases Tranche 2 Decision in SCHADS Award Review
The Fair Work Commission has released a comprehensive decision on Tranche 2 substantive claims raised through the review of the SCHADS Award.
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6/05/2021
WA Disability Support Awards 2021: Nominations close in 4 weeks!
This is your chance to help recognise and reward people who provide the highest standard of support to increase the quality of life and inclusion of people with disability.
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6/05/2021
WA COVID-19 Update: easing of restrictions
The WA Government has announced restrictions in Perth and Peel will ease significantly. It is important to note masks will still need to be worn by staff and visitors in disability facilities.
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6/05/2021
Vale Dr Rosey Panelli
NDS mourns the passing of Rosey Panelli, CEO of Goulburn Options.
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11/05/2021
2021 Federal budget: An NDIS cost blowout or just natural growth as planned?
NDS is calling for all political parties to 'drop the politics' after it was revealed the NDIS scheme’s recent blowout saga was consistent with forecasted scheme growth.
Media release
11/03/2021
NDS calls for rollout of compulsory NDIS assessments to cease
"This is not the NDIS that was promised": peak body National Disability Services says planned independent assessments will "fundamentally alter the individualised and personalised nature of the NDIS".
Media release
17/02/2021
National Disability Services: vaccine must be mandatory
Well before the 'Eagle landed' with the first pallet of Australia's COVID-19 vaccines, National Disability Services (NDS) and its members were grappling with the question of whether vaccination for disability...
Media release
7/12/2020
Disability services sector surviving, not thriving
Seven years into the NDIS and Australia's disability service sector seems to be faring comparatively better – but still operating well short of full strength.
