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For people with communication disability, complaining about their treatment isn't so simple

The Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability has shared its final report. In this series, we unpack what the commission’s 222 recommendations could mean for a more inclusive Australia.

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Maintenance man stole almost $200k from NDIS clients

A handyman who stole almost $200,000 from National Disability Insurance Scheme clients has tried to pay back the portion of funds he kept for himself.

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Phase out of segregated schools 'wildly inadequate'

A Greens senator wants special schools for students with disabilities to be phased out by 2030, rather than the 2051 deadline proposed by a royal commission.

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The disability royal commission recommendations could fix some of the worst living conditions – but that's just the start

The bite mark on Ashlee’s cheek, her broken teeth and other photos of injuries from assaults in disability housing are some of the haunting images emerging from the Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability. It’s hard to fathom how someone could commit these brutal…

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Shorten wants answers on 'confronting' footage of kids

Bill Shorten wants answers after "shocking and confronting" footage of children with autism being pinned to the ground by NDIS workers was broadcast.

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'I want to get bogged at a beach in my wheelchair and know people will help'. Micheline Lee on the way forward for the NDIS

If you have read anything about the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) in the last few years, you will have encountered many metaphors. The NDIS is the “lifeboat in the ocean”, “an oasis in the desert”, “a plane being built mid-flight” or a “limitless magic pudding”.

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Disability providers roll up their sleeves for Aruma open day

'Just come and give it a go.'

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The NDIS has a parent problem. Changes could involve parents more in disability support and reduce stress

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) has seen increasing numbers of children with developmental delay or disability receive support within clinical settings. It’s also seen reduced support in other settings, including home and school.

The Conversation

70% of Australian students with a disability are excluded at school – the next round of education reforms can fix this

The National School Reform Agreement is made about once every five years in Australia. This is the main way the federal government can steer changes in how Australian schools are run.

The Conversation

NDIS providers should be forced to fund ombudsman to address complaints, disability advocates say

NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission accused of failing to address price-gouging and unscrupulous service providers

The Guardian - AU

National Disability Insurance Agency accused of ‘failing’ young children with autism

Committee hears every family Austism Partnerships Australia worked with who challenged their NDIS funding rejection was eventually approved for intensive support

The Guardian - AU

20% of children have developmental delay. What does this mean for them, their families and the NDIS?

Professor Bruce Bonyhady is often described as the architect of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and is co-chair of the panel reviewing it. He spoke last week about the sustainability challenges faced by the scheme.

The Conversation

More than a 'disability person'. What finishing school is like for youth with intellectual disability

Leaving school and figuring out what’s next is challenging for young people. For those with disability, it is even harder. It is often a time when supports are withdrawn as they leave the heavily structured school environment.

The Conversation

Families, carers, participants speak up as NDIS review heads to Newcastle

'Real change is necessary ... the NDIS is not working for everyone.'

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Intergenerational report reveals spending in key areas to blow out to half Australian budget by 2063

Health, aged care, NDIS, defence and interest payments will grow from one-third of government spending over next four decades

Newcastle Herald

Debate about group homes raised in approval of Islington D/A

The three-storey group home was endorsed by Newcastle councillors.

The Conversation

Young people with disability have poorer mental health when they are unemployed – funding should tackle job barriers

Australian governments spend a lot of money supporting young people with disability to find a job. But the success of these programs has been modest.

Newcastle Herald

Plans for three-storey disability group home in Islington

It would be operated by Newcastle based NDIS organisation '4U Care'.

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Disability advocates urge Queensland to resist builders’ bid to delay accessible housing rules

Requiring new homes to have step-free access and corridors wide enough for a wheelchair will save money in long run, experts say

Newcastle Herald

Charity under investigation for NDIS fraud: service denies allegations

Fraud team is responding to complaints about Kurri Kurri Community Services

The Guardian - AU

Sydney renter receives no-grounds eviction notice after requesting shower rail under NDIS plan

Real estate agency says it ‘strongly rejects’ any suggestion the notice was related to the request

The Conversation

More children than ever are struggling with developmental concerns. We need to help families connect and thrive

Early childhood has received a great deal of attention in recent weeks, as Australia has sought to understand ways to relieve the cost pressures on the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).

Newcastle Herald

'Threats, abuse, high workloads': watchdog cracks down on NDIS providers

Inspectors audited 40 workplaces and dished out more than 20 infringements.

The Conversation

Politics with Michelle Grattan: Bill Shorten on Robodebt report's sealed section, and progress on NDIS reform

The Robodebt royal commission’s report has excoriated a raft of former ministers, especially Scott Morrison, who was a main instigator of the program, as well as public servants who were involved.

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'On my worst day ...' How the NDIS fosters a deficit mindset and why that should change

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) was designed to empower and support people with disability. But ten years into the scheme, many participants are finding their encounters with the NDIS dehumanising and burdensome.

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