NDIS support helps Andrew look to the future with confidence
https://www.ndis.gov.au/stories/11639-ndis-support-gives-andrew-renewed-hopeWhen Camperdown resident Andrew began losing feeling in his feet, he never expected it would change his life so dramatically. The 60-year-old had been working full-time when his mobility began to decline. Unable to stand for extended periods, he eventually had to give up work. Despite doctors being unable to identify the cause of his […]
Victorian man arrested following alleged $700K NDIS fraud
A Victorian man has been arrested after he allegedly defrauded the NDIS of around $700,000 over a two-year period. A joint investigation by the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) and Victoria Police’s Hamilton Crime Investigation Unit commenced after a man allegedly defrauded his own NDIS plan between 28 June 2024 and 30 June 2026. Investigators […]
Changes to plan reassessments
New NDIS laws are now in effect. From 27 August, some changes start. This includes changes to who can ask for a plan reassessment, and what participants need to do when they ask us to reassess their plan. Transcript for ‘Changes to plan reassessments’ What’s changing From now on, only a participant, their nominee or […]
New operating hours for the National Contact Centre
From 24 August, the National Contact Centre will be changing its operating hours. Currently, the National Contact Centre operates from 8 am to 8 pm, Monday to Friday (local time) in each state and territory. From 24 August, the new National Contact Centre operating hours will be from 8 am to 7 pm in each […]
New NDIS laws pass
New NDIS laws have been passed by Parliament. This means that there are some changes coming to the NDIS to secure it for the long term. Right now, participants can continue using their plans and supports as usual. Over time, the new laws will change: how people access the NDIS how plans are created how […]
SA man second person charged over alleged $5 million dishonesty plot
This is a joint media release between the Australian Federal Police, the National Disability Insurance Agency, and NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission The AFP has charged an Adelaide man over an alleged multi-million-dollar dishonesty plot against the NDIS. The Adelaide man, 38, a director of a registered NDIS provider, was preparing to leave the country […]
Have your say on the continence provider list
We want to make it easier for NDIS participants to find and choose continence products that meet their needs. A survey is now open on NDIS Engage to better understand participants’ experiences when purchasing continence products and using the continence provider list (CPL). We want to understand what is working well, the challenges people experience, […]
Applications open for the Pricing Arrangements Reference Group
The NDIA is seeking independent experts to join the Pricing Arrangements Reference Group (PARG). The PARG provides independent advice to help inform National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) pricing policies and arrangements. Members review and provide feedback on pricing work, including analysis, methodologies, assumptions and recommendations. The PARG is an advisory body and does not have […]
Extra checks to help protect your information
To better protect participants from fraud and identity misuse, we are introducing additional security checks when people contact us. We may also complete these checks when we call you if you ask us to update personal information. These checks could include: confirming a one-time code sent to your mobile phone number or email address answering […]
Have your say on the Inclusive Communities Fund
The Australian Government will give $200 million over 3 years to the Inclusive Communities Fund. The Fund will help people with disability take part in their community. People can join social, sport, arts and other community activities. They can join local clubs and groups that match their interests. For example, this might include a sports […]