KGS Coordination Services

25/08/2025

The site lists consultations that are run by the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing. On this site you can find, share or take part in consultations.

21/08/2025

This is a very important message.when you enter the lives of someone you support it is important to set out and maintain boundaries. There is a process whereby relationships are developed and trust is formed. Be very careful not to make promises of being friends if you are not going to be thete for the long haul. People with a disability often have a lifetime if strangers coming into their life and when thatperson leaves it can be devestating and the individual may not undetstand why they left and think did I do something wrong to cause them to leave. There is a definite period of grief.
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19/08/2025

Over the last nine months, we’ve consulted with nearly 2,000 stakeholders about registration for Supported Independent Living (SIL), support coordination and platform providers. We've also proposed quality and safeguarding measures to the NDIS Act (Bill No.2).

We've now published the ‘What we heard’ reports from these public consultations, highlighting what you told us is needed to strengthen the quality and safety of supports and what participants, workers and providers want regulation to deliver.

Thank you to everyone who contributed to this important work. Your feedback is valued and will inform and guide our next steps as we consider our implementation approaches.

Download the 'What we heard' reports on:
👉 mandatory registration https://bit.ly/4mTp0Hb
👉 NDIS Act (Bill No. 2) https://bit.ly/49zTg4d

12/08/2025

12/08/2025

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A new Positive Behaviour Support training package from the NDIS Commission and the Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing is now available for disability support workers.

Complete all three courses to build your skills in:
✔️ Positive Behaviour Support
✔️ Human Rights and You
✔️ Trauma-Informed Support

These short courses are aligned with the NDIS Practice Standards and Code of Conduct. They’re designed to empower workers to provide safe, respectful, and person-centred supports.

👉 15,000 free places are available. Register here: https://bit.ly/4ovyDxg.

08/08/2025

🌼 Our Manager of Technology and Innovation, Craig Smith, is hosting a webinar this month on using AI in the education of autistic students. It's being held on 19 August 2025, and you can choose to attend either the day session at 11am or an evening session at 7pm.

The webinar will look at how artificial intelligence is being used to support autistic students across primary and secondary education in 2025. We will share the latest tools and evidence-informed practices on how AI can be used by educators, families and students to explore new pathways for student success.

Ethical considerations, real-world examples, and student voice will help explore the landscape of AI in Australian autism education. It'll be fun - click one of the links below to register for your preferred time slot :) Remember, everybody who attends will get a certificate, and a recording will be available afterwards.

🔗 Registration links:
11:00am - 11:45am https://www.positivepartnerships.com.au/workshop/?eventtemplate=196-ai-and-autistic-students&event=2172

7:00pm - 7:45pm https://www.positivepartnerships.com.au/workshop/?eventtemplate=196-ai-and-autistic-students&event=2173

08/08/2025

📢 Research Opportunity – Carers, Have Your Say!
Deakin University is conducting a survey on language preferences:
Should we say “person with a disability” or “disabled person”?
Most research has focused on how people with disability prefer to be described. This study is now seeking the views of parents and carers - a perspective that is often overlooked.

🧡 If you’re a carer of a person with disability or a health condition, please take 10–15 minutes to share your views. Your input will help shape more inclusive language practices.

👉 Take the survey: https://researchsurveys.deakin.edu.au/jfe/form/SV_etcdXTr4gQk0XVc
For more information, contact the research team at: words-matter@deakin.edu.au

[Image description: Research flyer with heading “Research Opportunity: ‘Person with a disability’ or ‘Disabled person’?” A man and a woman (seated in a wheelchair) gesture toward a large speech bubble that says “Have your say!” The flyer asks carers to complete a short survey about their language preferences when referring to disability or health conditions. Deakin University logo is shown in the top corner. QR code and survey link appear at the bottom.]

08/08/2025

The Disability Employment Services program will change to Inclusive Employment Australia on 1 November 2025.

Inclusive Employment Australia puts participants first. Participants will get more support from their providers to help them find and keep a job.

Participants can be on the program if they can only work a few hours a week and can stay in the program for as long as they need support.

Participants can now call the Transition Hotline on 1800 227 337, or visit www.dss.gov.au/disability-employment-reforms/inclusive-employment-australia for more information.

08/08/2025

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08/08/2025

The Australian Government recently announced a review of Australia's Disability Discrimination Act. This is a once in a generation opportunity to deliver much needed reforms which will modernise and simplify the Act so it better protects the rights of people with disability.

We're producing a series of explainers over the next 2 months to help inform people and organisations about a range of issues related to the review process. Our first 2 explainers are now available on our website. Make sure you visit the page regularly to get more explainers and updates over the coming weeks.

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05/08/2025

Our FREE Advocacy Clinic is here to help you make informed decisions and feel confident every step of the way. 🌟

🗓️ Next session: Friday, 8 August 2025
📍 Join online or by phone — whichever works best for you!

You’ll connect with Miia, your friendly local advocate from People with Disability Australia. She’s here to support you with:
✅ Guardianship and Administration
✅ NDIS External Reviews (ART)
✅ Supported Decision-Making
✅ Complaints Processes
✅ Child Protection Matters

Here’s what you’ll gain:
💡 Personalised, practical advice
🤝 Support from someone who truly understands
🔧 Tools to help you take the next step
💬 A safe space to share, learn and be heard

Book your spot today!

📞 Call 1800 777 723 or tap the link to reserve your FREE session:
👉 https://p2pqld.org.au/res.../sunshine-coast-advocacy-clinic/

05/08/2025

Now Free In Australia