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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.
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.
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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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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This plan represents NDS's ongoing commitment to fostering a truly inclusive and accessible environment for people with disability.
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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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Tasmanian Disability Inclusion and Safeguards Bill - 2024 - Have your questions answered
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30/07/2024
Have you got questions about the Tasmania Disability Inclusion and Safeguards Bill? Come along to have you questions answered by the Department of Premier and Cabinet (DPaC)
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Financial strategies for economic viability
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National (online)
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30/07/2024
This webinar will equip your organisation with strategies to remain sustainable against the backdrop of ongoing cost increases and price stagnation in the sector.
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Stewart Brown SIL Vacancy Workshop
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Thebarton, South Australia
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31/07/2024
Join us for an impactful workshop with Stewart Brown focused on understanding and addressing the critical issue of vacancy rates in Supported Independent Living (SIL) homes.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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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12/07/2024
Disability sector organisations raise the alarm on NDIS market failure
The disability services sector is calling on the NDIA and government to take urgent and immediate action to ensure services for people with disability continue
Media release
28/06/2024
Government’s NDIS Annual Pricing Review ‘Ripping Off’ Australians with disability and disability services
NDS are calling out the government’s Pricing Review for ‘ripping off’ Australians with disability and disability services across the country.
Media release
5/06/2024
‘System is broken’: New report finds ‘entrenched’ disability workforce issues with urgent calls for sector reform
NDS calls for urgent action on sector reforms as the Workforce Census 2024 report shows that disability workforce supply and turnover issues become entrenched.
Media release
20/05/2024
Board of National Disability Services Announces Departure of CEO Laurie Leigh
The NDS Board announces that CEO Laurie Leigh will be stepping down from her role in three months to take on a challenging new position.
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