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NDIS Planning Process

So you've been notified that you're eligible for the NDIS, what's next? Planner, Fiona Cranny provides an overview of the process for developing your NDIS plan…

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NDIS Provider Story: Budding filmmakers thrive with Bus Stop Films

Joni and Gerard have long term goals of becoming actors and filmmakers, by getting involved with Bus Stop films they have a chance to explore the world of film…

NDIS Ready: Carers

Watch this video to see how families and carers in North Queensland are getting #ndisready and what the NDIS means to them.

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NDIS Ready: The Hub

The Hub in Launceston is a place where young men, most on the autism spectrum, meet, learn and laugh. To find out how you can get ready visit NDIS Ready.

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NDIS Self-management – the ultimate in choice and control of your funding

Want to know more about how to self manage your NDIS funding? Carolyn Campbell McLean takes us through some of her experiences and shares her tips for success.

NDIS Stories: Andrew finds a place of his own

Andrew was able to find a place to live independently using his NDIS funding for equipment that he needs for everyday living. Andrew is very high care and has…

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NDIS Story - Engineering opportunities with The Brike Project

The Brike Project is looking to create new products that create open opportunities to employ people with disability.

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NDIS Story - Gig Buddies rocks inclusion

Take a look at the Gig Buddies Sydney Christmas in July silent disco held at Sydney Aquarium.

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NDIS story - Jessie's big day on duty

Jessie's big day out with the Melbourne Police.

NDIS Story - Justin's journey to job success

Justin's success story about obtaining a job in a school and arranging suitable transport to get him to and from work. A story of being able to be employed wit…

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NDIS Story - Kicking Goals with the Geelong Dragons

A short video from the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) exploring how grassroots' sport organisations can help to build inclusive and accessible com…

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NDIS story: Haya's set for a bright future

Haya can see a little bit from the right eye and she cannot see anything from the left eye. Now that there is more assistive technology available Haya's f…

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NDIS Story: Josh's Assistive Technology (AT) supports

Josh has been on the NDIS since he was three years old and over that time he’s had a range of different AT (Assistive Technology) supports. The ones that he us…

NDIS Independent Assessments

NDIS Update: Independent Assessments and the Functional Capacity Framework

This week the NDIA released a new Functional Capacity Assessment Framework in line with the Government’s response to the Tune Review.

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NDIS visits Norfolk Island

Prior to the NDIA, there were no disability services on Norfolk Island. So, our aim was to establish some services so that all of the participants who came int…

NDIS Zac’s story

Zac Ahoy talks about his goals and aspirations for his life. NDIS planner, Sam Noble, explains the process for accessing the Scheme and discusses supports that…

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New NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commissioner

A new NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commissioner will begin next year. Tracy Mackey will start her role in January 2022, for a 3-year appointment.

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Plan Management Options

In this article, we explain the options for choice of NDIS Plan Management options.

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Ram's NDIS Story - Early Intervention Success

Ram: My name is Ram, I’m five years old. I love playing with the toys and activities with Miss Melissa, the schoolteacher.

Recovery Coaching? How lived experience can help others

There are so many services funded under the National Disability Insurance Scheme that it can be hard to keep track. One important, and unique support comes und…

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