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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
Victoria in Focus by Sarah Fordyce, State Manager Vic
Blog
17/07/2024

Victoria in Focus by Sarah Fordyce, July 2024

As we consider the impact on disability services of the recent NDIA pricing decision, our latest workforce census gives us no comfort.
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Blog
17/07/2024

Helpdesk Top Questions: July 2024

Our helpdesk was asked about high intensity supports, the Supported Employment Services Award, sprinkler systems for STA, and activity-based travel
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News update
17/07/2024

Closure of 3G mobile network could affect participants in emergencies

Shutdown of 3G network on 31 August is a chance to talk emergency preparedness with participants.
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News update
15/07/2024

New pulse survey investigates the increase in full-time employees in NSW

NDS seeks feedback from NSW members about the large increase in full-time employees found in our recent Workforce Census.
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News update
15/07/2024

New laws for disability accommodation begin in Victoria

From 1 July, disability accommodation providers in Victoria have new obligations and residents have strengthened rights and protections.

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Zero Tolerance

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

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The NDS Workforce Census data collection is a unique resource for the disability sector.

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These resources support Australian disability service providers to meet the requirements of the NDIS Quality and Safeguards framework.

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