The Guardian

NDIS plans will be computer-generated, with human involvement dramatically cut under sweeping overhaul

Exclusive: Staff were told of major changes to the way NDIS funding and support plans will be made during a recent internal briefing Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our ...

Advocates call for oversight amid claims NDIS providers are exploiting vulnerable First Nations people

A file of complaints reveals that cash, phones, and food are being used to extort NDIS funding from vulnerable First Nations people in remote Northern Territory.
The Conversation

What we know about the NDIS cuts, and what they’ll mean for people with disability and their families

Helen Dickinson receives funding from ARC, NHMRC, ACT government, ANZSOG and CYDA. Anne Kavanagh receives funding from NHMRC, ARC, ANROWS, Commonwealth government and Victorian government. University ...
The Guardian

Scott’s sister says an unlikely champion saved his life. NDIS changes may stop others getting the same help

Exclusive: After a $24,000 legal fight, Scott Clough won the disability support he needs. New appeal rules mean others may not have the same protection Follow our Australia news live blog for latest ...
The Cairns Post

An NDIS bungle nearly cost young Aussie Stevie Howson his life

It included $3000 for speech therapy and $15,000 for behavioural support. At the time he was an adult living in his own home and holding down a mainstream job. What he actually needed and asked for ...
The Conversation

‘Use it or lose it’ – getting NDIS funding is only half the battle for participants

Helen Dickinson receives funding from Australian Research Council, National Health and Medical Research Council, Commonwealth government, CYDA and WISE. George Disney has received funding for ...