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Quality & Safeguarding

Independent Review into the Regulatory Response to Irabina Autism Services

Following a disturbing Four Corners investigation into Irabina Autism Services last year, the NDIS Commission appointed a Former judge to conduct an independent review. Jess breaks down the (redacted) report overview.

Jessica Quilty5 min readApr 18, 2024
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Home & Living

SDA: A lesson in complexity

The Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) market continues to experience considerable uncertainty. In this opinion piece, Brent explores what’s been changing recently and how it has been impacting market confidence.

Brent Woolgar3 min readApr 11, 2024
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Support Coordination

Support Coordination and Disability Advocacy

The line between support coordination and advocacy can be a tricky one to pin down. Lisa and Susan discuss how to differentiate between these supports.

Lisa Duffy5 min readApr 11, 2024
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Running an NDIS Business

The complex world of Work Health and Safety in the NDIS

Who is responsible for Work Health and Safety (WHS) when delivering NDIS services is not as simple as you would think, particularly if the participant is using a platform provider. Rob and Paula make sense of the complexity and examine the new guidance for NSW.

Rob Woolley7 min readApr 5, 2024
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NDIS News & Analysis

Early Childhood supports- Is change coming?

Sally explores the NDIS Review’s proposed changes to the way children and their families receive support, both inside and outside the NDIS.

Sally Coddington6 min readApr 2, 2024
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NDIS News & Analysis

Breaking News: NDIS Minister Bill Shorten introduces new legislation

In a mid-week surprise, Minister Shorten today tabled new NDIS legislation to parliament. Todd and Sara summaries the government’s first response to the NDIS Review.

Sara Gingold4 min readMar 27, 2024

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Dr George Taleporos on...policy, perspective and the potential of the NDIS

This episode we chat with Dr George Taleporos, host of the hit podcast Reasonable & Necessary and member of the IAC. Jam-packed with discussions on self-management, support, policy and the positive impact of Covid in expanding his world. George's laser wit and rye humour is an absolute delight to listen to. Enjoy!

Dec 7, 2023

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