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News update

15/04/2021

NDIA National Provider Forums

The NDIA has organised a series of Provider Forums around Australia.

News update

14/04/2021

National Disability Employment Strategy Consultation Paper released

DSS has released a consultation paper on the Federal Government's National Disability Employment Strategy which will complement the new National Disability Strategy.

In the media

12/04/2021

2GB Radio: Thousands of vulnerable Australians waiting on COVID-19 jab

Deborah Knight spoke to NDS CEO David Moody about the impacts the COVID-19 vaccine delays have had on the disability sector.
Policy
Resources
Resources

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.

Resources

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.

Resources

Outcomes with Burke and Beyond

Burke and Beyond share their Next Step transition program which focuses on working with groups of young people, in gaining necessary life skills to be a part of their community.
Events & Training
NDS Member Meeting

State of the Disability Sector Report: A Queensland perspective

Location: Queensland (Online)

Event start date: 16/04/2021

A members-only event to discuss the similarities and differences between Queensland and national data collected as part of the State of the Disability Sector Report 2020.

Scheduled Training

The Art of Support Coordination

Location: Perth

Event start date: 20/04/2021 to 21/04/2021

This is a practical workshop for existing, new and aspiring Support Coordinators to learn about the Art of Support Coordination.

Special Event

SME Sundowner Event

Location: Perth

Event start date: 20/04/2021

NDS is delighted to invite WA members to a sundowner event exclusively for small to medium providers.

ACROD Parking Program

ACROD Parking Program

NDS manages the ACROD Parking Program which supports West Australians with a severe walking restriction to access the community.

What do you need to know?

ACROD Parking Permits are free.
Permit holders are entitled to use signed disabled parking bays.
Permits are also available for organisations and taxis supporting people with disabilities, the aged care sector, community groups and related services.
All applications must be endorsed by your Doctor or Occupational Therapist.

To be eligible for an ACROD Parking Permit you must live in Western Australia and meet one of the following criteria:

You are unable to walk and always require the use of a wheelchair, or
Your ability to walk is severely restricted by a permanent medical condition or disability, or
Your ability to walk is severely restricted by a temporary medical condition or disability.

Apply for a permit

Further Information:

For more information visit the ACROD website, telephone 08 9242 5544, or email

The ACROD parking program office is open Monday-Friday 9am – 4:30pm

Contact information

For more information contact ACROD Parking Program, 08 9242 5544,

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