From key NDIS updates to the latest news and headlines, here’s what’s happening this month in the disability sector.
NDIS News & Updates - November
NDIS News
Federal Budget & The NDIS
The new Federal Budget invests $166.6 billion into NDIS and people with disability—total funding for the NDIS will reach $166.6 billion over 4 years, an increase of $8.8 billion, which ensures funding for expected growth in Participants' plans.
National Survey: What Do Participants Think Of The NDIS?
The Summer Foundation (supported by People with Disability Australia) recently conducted a national survey of NDIS Participants. They asked people with disability or their families what works well with the scheme and what needs to be changed.
Government Tackles Tourism Skills Shortage
The new Federal Budget invests $166.6 billion into NDIS and people with disability—total funding for the NDIS will reach $166.6 billion over 4 years, an increase of $8.8 billion, which ensures funding for expected growth in Participants' plans.
NDIS Review
The Minister for the NDIS, the Hon Bill Shorten MP, announced a review of the NDIS. The NDIS Review will look at the design, operations and sustainability of the NDIS. It will also look at ways to make the market and workforce more responsive, supportive and sustainable.
Disability In The Bush
The Disability In The Bush app helps people in remote communities connect with the NDIS; it also features stories from NDIS participants about the support they are receiving. The information is available in two central Australian Indigenous languages: Arrernte and Pitjantjatjara.
NDIS Updates (Guides & Policies)
- Updated COVID-19 Measures For NDIS Participants
The NDIS has updated its COVID-19 measures to ensure Participants and Providers continue to be supported. - Updated Participant Booklets
The NDIS updated the 3 NDIS Participant booklets. The updates include changes to the NDIS Act, clearer language and information on using the my NDIS app. - Self-Management Policy Update
The NDIS has made the self-management policy clearer and more accessible, which means more Participants and their nominees can choose to self-manage if it is right for them. - Guides for Children Who Are Deaf Or Hard Of Hearing
The NDIS launched a Guide for early intervention supports for children who are deaf or hard of hearing.
November Disability News
Cool Stuff & Things To Do
New Job Site For People With Disability
Dylan Alcott launched a new job site designed to connect people with disability to inclusive employers. The Field has been designed and led by people with disability and aims to remove accessibility barriers present in other recruitment platforms.
Adaptive Mountain Biking
Adaptive mountain biking is fast becoming a very popular sport and epic new adaptive trails have started popping up all over Australia. Access Adventures Australia, Break The Boundary, and Disability Sports Australia all have useful resources on available gear, trails, and information you might need on adaptive mountain biking.
Vision Australia 2023 Calendar
Featuring artwork from blind and low vision artists, Vision Australia's 2023 calendar is now available! You can check it out here.
Special Olympics Highlights
If you’ve missed some of the highlights from the Special Olympics Australia National Games 2022 held in Launceston last week, they’re all available to watch on Special Olympics Australia's website—along with plenty of photos from all the events!
Sensory Zones at BCEC
If you have sensory sensitivities during live events but want to build the confidence to attend them, the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre has created zones for people with sensory sensitivities and those seeking ‘time out’ from the noise and crowds.
App For Parents Raising Children With Disabilities
Kindship is the first social networking app built by and exclusively for parents raising children with disabilities, delays, and neurodiversity. It provides a safe space to ask questions, share experiences, and offer valuable advice.
Hero Image Credit: Special Olympics Australia
