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10/12/2018
A step in the right direction for support of people with disability
Today’s Federal Government announcement to increase pricing for people with disability and complex needs is welcomed by the National Disability Services (NDS).
News update
6/12/2018
Best wishes for the festive season
As 2018 comes to a close, we would like to thank you for your ongoing support and contributions to a diverse disability services sector.
News update
5/12/2018
New advocate appointed to support NDIS implementation in SA
NDS welcomes the appointment of Dr David Caudrey as the State's Disability Advocate to strengthen and promote the interests of people with disability.
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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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SME Peer-to-Peer Support Network
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Northbridge
Event start date:
11/12/2018
Following the highly-successful launch of the SME Peer-to-Peer Network in September, NDS in Western Australia is delighted to invite you to the second SME Peer-to-Peer Support Network Event.
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NDS 2018 End of Year Function and Annual Victorian Members' Meeting
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Parkville
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12/12/2018
NDS is pleased to invite member organistions to attend the Victorian Annual Members' Meeting and End of Year Function on Wednesday, 12 December 2018 from 3:00pm to 5:00pm.
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Support Coordination Academy Training
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West Beach
Event start date:
12/12/2018
People working in support coordination are invited to this practical workshop
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Media release
10/12/2018
A step in the right direction for support of people with disability
Today’s Federal Government announcement to increase pricing for people with disability and complex needs is welcomed by the National Disability Services (NDS).
Media release
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.
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.
Media release
8/05/2018
Government confirms NDIS commitment – Now let’s make sure the scheme works
Tonight’s Federal Budget sees the Turnbull Government confirm its commitment to the NDIS with $43B funding secured over the forward estimates period.
Media release
26/04/2018
Government must confirm how they will pay for the NDIS
News overnight confirms the Federal Government’s intention to scrap the additional 0.5% increase in the Medicare levy to fully fund the NDIS.
Media release
12/12/2017
NDIS arrangements confirmed for WA – Focus must be on smooth transition and building workforce
Today’s announcement that WA will adopt a Commonwealth-administered NDIS under a new Bilateral Agreement ends months of uncertainty for the disability sector.
