Media releases

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16/07/2020

JobTrainer boost for disability support worker shortfall

JobTrainer, the Commonwealth Government’s skills investment program announced today, heralds the welcome prospect of greater numbers of trained disability support workers available across the country.

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21/05/2020

NDS Media Statement: Ongoing support for NDIS participants during coronavirus pandemic

An ABC report has outlined instances where people with disability who are being supported under the NDIS have experienced changes to their services as a result of COVID-19.

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18/05/2020

NDS Media Statement: Investigation into death of NDIS participant

NDS is saddened and appalled by reports of the treatment suffered by Ann-Marie Smith, leading to her death last month.

Media release

10/03/2020

NDS launches Trauma Informed Support films

NDS today launched a new series of animated Trauma-Informed Support films as part of the highly regarded NDS Zero Tolerance Initiative.

Media release

20/01/2020

Tune review maps positive path for NDIS

The review of the NDIS Act, conducted by David Tune AO PSM, was released today.

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18/12/2019

Save the date for the NSW Conference

Before you rush off for the holidays make sure that you have saved the dates for NDS's NSW Conference which will be held on 6-7 April 2020.

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1/11/2019

NDS reiterates support for Disability Royal Commission

The Disability Royal Commission is set to commence hearing evidence next week. NDS has reiterated its support for the Commission's important work.

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17/10/2019

NDS welcomes incoming CEO of the National Disability Insurance Agency

Acting CEO of National Disability Services (NDS), David Moody, today welcomed the appointment of a new CEO for the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA).