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Sphinx debug:
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Media releases

National Disability Services logo alongside an illustration of a group of microphones
Media release
11/12/2023

New data reveals “worst year ever” for disability providers, more expected to close

The State of the Disability Sector Report 2023 shows a sector at breaking point as providers report their worst year ever, with many struggling to break even.
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Media release
7/12/2023

NDIS Review Findings Welcome, Urgent Action Needed on Independent Pricing

The review recommends many positive steps, but the sector's current financial challenges cannot be ignored for effective implementation and lasting changes.
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Media release
29/09/2023

Disability services peak body welcomes Royal Commission report

NDS welcomes the Royal Commission report. We are ready and willing to play a role in reforms and believe providers have a valuable contribution to make.
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Media release
21/05/2020

NDS Media Statement: Ongoing support for NDIS participants during coronavirus pandemic

An ABC report has outlined instances where people with disability who are being supported under the NDIS have experienced changes to their services as a result of COVID-19.
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Media release
18/05/2020

NDS Media Statement: Investigation into death of NDIS participant

NDS is saddened and appalled by reports of the treatment suffered by Ann-Marie Smith, leading to her death last month.
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Media release
2/12/2015

Victorian Government backs non-government sector to deliver the National Disability Insurance Scheme

Victorian Government backs non-government sector to deliver the National Disability Insurance Scheme.
Media release
16/09/2015

NSW and Victorian NDIS agreements

Agreements signed today between Prime Minister Turnbull and Premiers Baird and Andrews specify how and when the NDIS will be phased-in in NSW and Victoria.
Media release
4/08/2015

NDS WA supports new Disability Justice Centre

The new Disability Justice Centre will be a significant step forward in social justice for a small group of vulnerable West Australians.
Media release
14/05/2015

Disability services sector applauds introduction of No Fault Insurance Scheme

NDS congratulates the WA State Government on its commitment to no fault catastrophic injury cover for all West Australians in the 2015 State Budget.
Media release
12/05/2015

Disability Work – Federal budget first steps along reform pathway

Disability was not the focus of tonight's federal budget but notable changes will affect open and supported employment services.