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Quality & Safeguarding

High rates of injury in the disability sector

Paula explores SafeWork Australia’s report on the high rates of serious injury in the Health Care and Social Assistance sector, and what steps providers can take to lower the risks.

Paula Spencer5 min read4 May 2024
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NDIS News & Analysis

The new NDIS Bill [Part 1]

The National Disability Insurance Scheme Amendment (Getting the NDIS Back on Track No. 1) Bill was introduced to parliament on the 27th of March. If it passes parliament, it will make fundamental changes to how the NDIS operates.

Chris Coombes5 min read30 Apr 2024

Quality & Safeguarding

Independent Review into the Regulatory Response to Irabina Autism Services

Following a disturbing Four Corners investigation into Irabina Autism Services last year, the NDIS Commission appointed a Former judge to conduct an independent review. Jess breaks down the (redacted) report overview.

Jessica Quilty5 min read18 Apr 2024
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Home & Living

SDA: A lesson in complexity

The Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) market continues to experience considerable uncertainty. In this opinion piece, Brent explores what’s been changing recently and how it has been impacting market confidence.

Brent Woolgar3 min read11 Apr 2024
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Support Coordination

Support Coordination and Disability Advocacy

The line between support coordination and advocacy can be a tricky one to pin down. Lisa and Susan discuss how to differentiate between these supports.

Lisa Duffy5 min read11 Apr 2024
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Running an NDIS Business

The complex world of Work Health and Safety in the NDIS

Who is responsible for Work Health and Safety (WHS) when delivering NDIS services is not as simple as you would think, particularly if the participant is using a platform provider. Rob and Paula make sense of the complexity and examine the new guidance for NSW.

Rob Woolley7 min read5 Apr 2024

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Dr George Taleporos on...policy, perspective and the potential of the NDIS

This episode we chat with Dr George Taleporos, host of the hit podcast Reasonable & Necessary and member of the IAC. Jam-packed with discussions on self-management, support, policy and the positive impact of Covid in expanding his world. George's laser wit and rye humour is an absolute delight to listen to. Enjoy!

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