How people are assessed for the NDIS is changing. Here’s what you need to know

Instead of collecting evidence and submitting reports, participants will have an interview with an assessor that lasts up to three hours.

Minister urged to 'come clean' on NDIS changes, as advocates fear 'degrading' treatment

Disability advocates are demanding clarity on upcoming NDIS changes, warning that the new system could be "traumatising".
Insurancenewsnet.com

Simpler Process to Improve NDIS Assistive Technology

CANBERRA, Australia, Feb. 28-- The Australian Department of Social Services' Minister for Families and Social Services, Paul Fletcher, issued the following news release: National Disability Insurance ...
Information Age

Calls grow to reveal secret NDIS algorithm

The Minister for the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Jenny McAllister said that the University of Melbourne and ...

Top health official rejects claims states blindsided by NDIS reforms

Department of Health secretary Blair Comley said states and territories were informed before Mark Butler announced the ...
The Cairns Post

Costly NDIS medical reports to prove disability scrapped in favour of interview with internal assessor

At the moment participants who seek funds need to prove they have a disability in order to get support. Often that comes in the guise of expensive medical reports from GPs, specialists or allied ...
The Conversation

Yes, the system needs to be better. But here’s how to ensure your child can access the NDIS if they need it

Karen R Fisher received funding from Early Childhood Intervention Australia, Australian Research Council and NSW Health. Nirosha Boaden does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding ...