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News update

8/12/2023

More than 600 attend International Day of People with Disability Lunch

On Friday 1 December, more than 600 people attended the annual NDS WA Lunch in Celebration of International Day of People with Disability.

News update

7/12/2023

NDIS Review recommends fundamental changes to how NDIS operates

The report makes strong recommendations in many areas aligned with NDS’s priorities for reform, but lacks detail in others.

Media release

7/12/2023

NDIS Review Findings Welcome, Urgent Action Needed on Independent Pricing

The review recommends many positive steps, but the sector's current financial challenges cannot be ignored for effective implementation and lasting changes.
Policy
Resources
Resources

NDS Member Exclusive Webinar: Levelling the Playing Field

NDS discusses our new policy position ‘Provider Oversight, Accountability and Enablers’.

Resources

Maximising use of the CHAP, a Comprehensive Annual Health Assessment Program: A Guide for the Disability Sector

A guide for the disability sector to maximise implementation of the CHAP tool with people with an intellectual disability

Resources

Victorian Portable Long Service Benefits Scheme FAQ

Got questions about the Victorian Portable Long Service Leave Scheme eligibility criteria and requirements? We've compiled a list of frequently asked questions for your convenience.
Events & Training
Conference

Executive Leaders Conference 2023

Location: Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, Melbourne

Event start date: 11/12/2023 to 12/12/2023

Save the date! The newly refreshed Executive Leaders Conference 2023 will be held on 11 and 12 December 2023 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.

Conference

National Disability Awards Ceremony

Location: Melbourne

Event start date: 11/12/2023

Celebrate the significant contribution of individual workers and teams who support people with disability to achieve their goals at the upcoming National Disability Awards.

Sector Meeting

SDA Network

Location: Victoria (online)

Event start date: 13/12/2023

NDS invites SDA and SIL providers to attend this meeting to discuss current issues and concerns with the Specialist Disability Accommodation operating environment in Victoria.

Latest Policy

NDS Submission on the Disability Inclusion Bill Exposure Draft

9/11/2022

NDS provides feedback from the sector to inform the development of this central piece of legislation to drive inclusion for Victorians with disabilities.

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Policy analysis and advocacy for the disability sector

Latest Policy

NDS Submission on the Disability Inclusion Bill Exposure Draft