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Secure the Future for a better NDIS
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Secure the Future for a Better NDIS

NDS is joining peak bodies and organisations across Australia to call on the NDIA and government to take urgent action to secure the future of services for people with disability.
Royal Commission Update
News
31/07/2024

Governments formally respond to Disability Royal Commission

The government response to the Disability Royal Commission marks progress but needs extensive work for full implementation and accountability.
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News update
31/07/2024

Second round of Supported Employment Structural Adjustment Fund grants opens

Grants for providers to create employment pathways for people with intellectual disability and high support needs.
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News update
29/07/2024

Victorian Women’s Public Art Program opens for applications

Disability organisations can collaborate in creating public art recognising the achievement of Victorian women.
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News update
29/07/2024

New surveys look at supported decision-making in behavioural support

The Right Direction Project asks providers how people with disability and their families are supported through behavioural support planning process.
A message from NDS CEO, Laurie Leigh
CEO update
26/07/2024

CEO update: A time of change

Leading NDS doesn’t get any less busy just because it is my last week in the job, with speeches, a conference and a fighting campaign.
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NDS Customised Employment Project

This report reviews the issues surrounding Customised Employment against a specific scope of work described in the objectives and deliverables and presents recommendations.
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News update
24/07/2024

Subsidies available to help train your WA workforce

Registered organisations can apply for wage subsidies to cover staff who attend accredited VET training.
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News update
24/07/2024

NDS announces two important disability employment project reports

The commissioned projects, on Defining Customised Employment and Supported Employment Modelling, were discussed during our Disability at Work Conference.
Tasmania in Focus by Lizzie Castles, State Manager Tas
Blog
24/07/2024

Tasmania in Focus by Lizzie Castles, July 2024

Although disappointment and disbelief followed the latest Price Review, there is some progress in the state on disability inclusion and foundational supports.
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Disability Inclusion and Access Plan

This plan represents NDS's ongoing commitment to fostering a truly inclusive and accessible environment for people with disability.
Disability Inclusion and Access Pan 2024-28 - Artwork by Monica Lazzari and Arts Project Australia
News update
23/07/2024

NDS launches its latest Disability Inclusion and Access Plan 2024–28

The plan delivers our four-year strategy for more access, inclusion and participation for people with disability in our organisation and services.
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News update
18/07/2024

The NDIS Commission seeks feedback on the Workforce Capability Framework

An independent survey from KPMG is open until 24 July to evaluate the effectiveness and use of the framework.
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News update
18/07/2024

NDS joins calls for accessible housing standards in NSW and WA

State governments’ failure to sign up to basic design standards for new homes discriminates against people with disability.

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Zero Tolerance is an initiative led by National Disability Services in partnership with the disability sector.

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