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Firm stance on disability funding talks with states

States and territories wrongly fear being lumped with the cost of disability support services, says the federal minister as spending continues to blow out.

AAP · Aug 13, 2024

Special schools to stay despite advocates' opposition

As disability advocates call for an end to special schools, the federal government has reaffirmed its commitment to keeping them operational.

AAP · Aug 13, 2024

Tiered NDIS provider registration and a say on supports. Are we finally listening to people with disability?

When the review of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) was handed down at the end of last year, one of the more controversial recommendations was to make provider registration mandatory.

The Conversation · Aug 5, 2024

Concerns NDIS changes will create robodebt 2.0 are ‘complete rubbish’, Bill Shorten says

Experts have warned new rules have ‘flavour and smell’ of the unlawful program but NDIS minister says comparison is ‘without basis’

The Guardian - AU · Jul 30, 2024

NDIS price freeze: occupational therapy in crisis, with clinics closing

Youngsters with autism to face treatment waits over funding cuts.

Newcastle Herald · Jul 19, 2024

Try a little tenderness regarding NDIS sex work, Mr Shorten

Letters: 'He might be moral grandstanding'

Newcastle Herald · Jul 17, 2024

NDIS reforms are still in limbo. What’s going on, and are people with disability getting enough say?

Following the release of a review into the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) late last year, reform is on the cards for the scheme in 2024.

The Conversation · Jul 12, 2024

The uproar over the NDIS and sex work shows society still struggles to see disabled people as sexual beings

Puritanical attitudes that infantilise adults are dehumanising – and they can be dangerous, too

The Guardian - AU · Jul 12, 2024

‘A Human Rights Violation’: Advocates Slam Move To Boot Sex Services From The NDIS

Disability advocates have slammed NDIS Minister Bill Shortens plans to cut sex work from funding under the NDIS.

Pedestrian.tv · Jul 10, 2024

Morning Mail: $30m ‘disadvantage’ funding for private schools, Uber fare squeeze, White House denial

Wealthy Exclusive Brethren schools have received almost $30m in ‘disadvantage’ payments in five years; can NDIS claimants really get help for sex services?

The Guardian - AU · Jul 9, 2024