Tag: disability
Full transition to NDIS in the Northern Territory
From 1 July 2019, the Northern Territory will have completed transition to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), ensuring that all Territorians no matter where they live are able to…
Giving Victorians with a disability the NDIS support they deserve
Victoria’s transition to the National Disability Insurance Scheme takes a major step forward from July 1 2019 with new laws to protect Victorians living with a disability coming into effect.…
Application for disability self help grants now open
The Victorian Government is taking action to better support dedicated groups who strive to improve the lives of people living with a disability. (more…)
$4.5 million boost for disability sector advocacy providers
The WA Government has announced a $4.5 million boost in funding for advocacy providers to assist the disability sector’s transition to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). (more…)
$1.2 million for disability advocacy in Western Australia
The WA Government has announced $1.2 million of funding for systemic advocacy over the next two years to bring about long-term change that will safeguard the rights of people with…
Boost to local disability and aged care workforce
The Government’s $33 million Boosting the Local Care Workforce Program takes a major step forward with the appointment of its first group of regional and specialist coordinators. (more…)
More inclusive remote communities
The Government will provide more than $9.3 million in grant funding to help make remote communities more inclusive and supportive of people with disability. (more…)
Fifth anniversary of the NDIS
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) celebrates its fifth birthday as it continues to improve the lives of more than 160,000 Australians who are accessing the Scheme. (more…)