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04/09/2025
Another major NDIS provider is shutting down. Centacare will end its disability services in Queensland by November, affecting 700 participants and 600 staff. I
t’s part of a wave of closures across Australia, from Annecto to PlayAbility and Afford — all pointing to the same problems with NDIS funding and sustainability.
Centacare is the latest NDIS provider to close, cutting services for 700 participants. With Annecto, PlayAbility and...
02/09/2025
Looking for new ways to connect, learn and have fun through the NDIS?
🌟 From art workshops and dance classes to gardening, music, volunteering and more, community participation activities open doors to friendships, skills and confidence.
Discover 10 NDIS community participation activities that boost independence, wellbeing and connection. From art...
01/09/2025
Keeping a home clean and comfortable isn’t always easy when you’re living with a disability. The NDIS can step in with domestic assistance, helping with chores like cleaning, cooking, laundry and more. Here’s how to find out if you’re eligible and get the right support in place.
NDIS domestic assistance helps people with disability stay safe and independent at home by funding support for daily...
29/08/2025
✨ Disability and creativity in the spotlight ✨
Artist Amanda Bennetts has won the $25,000 Girra: Fraser Coast National Art Prize with her moving video artwork Carve Crevice from Grace.
On show at Hervey Bay Regional Gallery until 16 November 2025, the piece explores resilience, labour and the lived experience of disability.
Disability-inspired work takes $25K national prize Noticeboard Posted 2 minutes ago by Admin Share Source Fraser Coast Regional Council Sunshine Coast artist Amanda Bennetts is the deserving recipient of the $25,000 Girra: Fraser Coast National Art Prize, awarded for her stirring video artwork, Carv...
27/08/2025
“We’re burning out.”
A new survey shows nearly two-thirds of disability support workers have thought about leaving their jobs. Staff shortages, low pay and stress are putting pressure on families and participants who rely on stable support.
👉 Read more here:
“We’re burning out”: New survey results reveal almost two in three disability support workers have considered...
26/08/2025
Two new programs could change the way children with developmental differences are supported in Australia.
👶 Inklings works with babies and parents in the first 18 months of life.
🏫 Thriving Kids will move many children with mild to moderate autism or developmental delay off the NDIS and into mainstream supports like schools and GPs.
Both are linked to Professor Andrew Whitehouse, sparking debate about whether this approach will improve support or leave families behind.
Advocates warn: “Cutting support for children who need it is not a solution.”
👉 Read more:
Australia is trialling two major changes to childhood disability support: the Inklings early intervention program for...
21/08/2025
What does a good life look like for people living with disability?
A new Disability Wellbeing Index, created by Monash University with input from more than 3,500 Australians, is putting lived experience at the centre.
The index tracks wellbeing across ten areas of life, from mental health and relationships to safety, finances and support. It is designed to guide better services and policies.
Monash University unveils a new disability wellbeing index. Health and Wellbeing Posted 12 minutes ago by Admin Share For years, disability services have been judged by the systems that deliver them rather than by what people experience. That is starting to shift. Researchers at Monash University’...
19/08/2025
Who gets to play? For too long, Australians with disability have faced barriers to participation in sport. The new Play Well Disability Sport Advisory Group is set to change that—bringing Paralympians, veterans and advocates together to ensure inclusion isn’t just talked about, but delivered.
👉 Read more about how Play Well is reshaping the future of disability sport:
The Play Well Strategy is reshaping sport in Australia, with a new advisory group driving disability inclusion and...
18/08/2025
Independent community visitors play a vital role in protecting the rights of people with disability, but safeguards vary depending on where you live.
The Disability Royal Commission called for nationally consistent Community Visitor Schemes. The Government is now asking for feedback on how these programs should work.
Read our full article to understand what is changing and why it matters. Inside, you’ll also find the link to the consultation so you can have your say before 12 September 2025.
The Government is consulting on Community Visitor Schemes to ensure consistent safeguards for people with disability....
14/08/2025
🤝 How to choose the right NDIS provider
Finding the right provider can make all the difference to your supports and independence — but with so many options, where do you start?
Our new guide covers:
âś… What to look for
âś… Questions to ask
âś… Red flags to avoid
Choosing the right NDIS provider can be overwhelming. This guide covers what to look for, the questions to ask, and how...
13/08/2025
🏫 Queensland’s plan for new special schools
The state will build six new special schools, but advocates warn it could undermine inclusive education and entrench segregation. Supporters say it meets urgent needs — critics say it limits future choices.
Queensland plans to build six new special schools, but disability advocates warn it’s a step away from inclusive...
11/08/2025
đź“° In the news this week
Fully registered NDIS businesses are being sold online — no disability experience required. Some are listed for as little as $45,000, complete with client lists and compliance paperwork.
Advocates say it’s a shortcut that puts participants at risk and are calling for stronger protections.
💬 “You can’t buy trust and experience in a folder.”
Read more about what this means for participants and families, red flags to watch for, and how you can push for change.
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