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29/05/2017
DSS Star Ratings for March 2017 released
The Department of Social Services has publicly released the March 2017 Star Ratings.
News update
29/05/2017
High performance work - Unlock worker potential and deliver more responsive services
NDS is creating a network of organisations experimenting with high performance ways of working. Network members will share information, tools and techniques.
News update
29/05/2017
Inviting nominations for WA Ministerial Advisory Committee on Disability
The Minister for Disability Services has invited interested people to nominate for membership of the WA Ministerial Advisory Council on Disability.
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3/04/2017
NDS pushes to maintain high service quality in NDIS costs submission to PC
NDS’s submission to the Productivity Commission on NDIS costs highlights critical matters that impact on the delivery of high-quality supports.
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7/03/2017
NDS proposes ways to improve the NDIS for people with psychosocial disability
NDS’s submission to the Joint Standing Committee on the provision of services for people with psychosocial disabilities aims to ease uncertainty about supports.
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7/03/2017
Social impact investing could stimulate service innovation
An NDS submission argues that social impact investing could have a role in supporting disability service innovation, although its scope is limited.
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Member Webinar: 2017 Budget Briefing with Ken Baker
The Budget Briefing webinar provides expert analysis on what the 2017 Federal Budget holds for the NDIS and disability employment.
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Free Audits of Electricity and Gas Bills
Specialist Energy Management provides professional energy brokering and energy management services.
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Work, Health and Safety Package
This is a discounted work, health and safety package available for NDS Members through enableHR.
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Starting a Private Practice – NDP’s new Learning Hub series
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National
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30/05/2017 to 23/06/2017
Facilitated by Maida Learning, the ‘Starting a Private Practice’ series will support disability sector professionals’ transition into private practice, providing the know-how and confidence to...
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Leadership Innovation Network: Costing & Pricing with Professor David Gilchrist
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Hobart
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31/05/2017
The first in a series of presentations for the Tasmanian Leadership Innovation Network, NDS invites you to this discussion with Professor David Gilchrist, who will speak on Costing and Pricing into...
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Managing Complaints: Getting it right
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Perth
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31/05/2017
This half-day interactive workshop is designed to expand Disability Services Organisations knowledge around complaints-handling and explore practical strategies available to strengthen practices.
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26/05/2017
Disability sector committed to a zero tolerance approach to abuse and neglect
Federal Labor has today outlined their policy to establish a Royal Commission into violence and abuse against people with disability.
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26/05/2017
Speed must not compromise quality of NDIS in Queensland
NDS welcomes a decision from the Commonwealth and Queensland governments that sees hundreds of Queenslanders with disability gain early access to the NDIS.
Media release
25/05/2017
Collaborative new approach for Autism launched by government
Assistant Minister for Social Services and Disability Services Jane Prentice has announced a collaborative approach to better support people with Autism.
Media release
9/05/2017
Funding the NDIS through the Medicare Levy adds certainty
NDS welcomes the Federal Government’s decision to fully fund its share of the NDIS by increasing the Medicare Levy.
Media release
4/05/2017
It’s time to act, to get the NDIS on track
"NDS and the sector are ready to work with the NDIA and governments to improve the NDIS. We have recommendations ready to be heard and acted upon."
Media release
2/05/2017
Victorian Budget represents positive commitment to people with disability and disability services
“This Budget represents the continuation of work started by the Victorian Government in its 2016-17 Budget to support the Victorian sector’s NDIS transition."
Media release
27/04/2017
State Government seeks EOIs from providers for three areas of service
NDS welcomes the Victorian Government announcement today that it will seek EOIs from non-government providers for the delivery of three types of service.
Media release
24/02/2017
NSW Disability Industry Innovation Awards presents winners for 2017
Winners and finalists in the NSW Disability Industry Innovation Awards were formally recognised last night in a ceremony at the Hilton Sydney.
Media release
1/02/2017
NDS welcomes signing of WA NDIS Bilateral Agreement
National Disability Services WA congratulates the Western Australian and Commonwealth governments on signing a bilateral agreement for a WA-administered NDIS.
Media release
10/11/2016
Service providers need a clearer map of the NDIS road ahead
The Australian National Audit Office's report on the NDIS recognises that the lack of a clear plan is impeding service providers from preparing for the NDIS.
