Barbie’s First Autistic Doll: Sparking Conversations on Neurodiversity and Inclusion
In 2025, Barbie introduced its first-ever autistic doll, created in collaboration with the Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN). This launch represents more than just a new toy on the shelf—it [...]
NDIS Planning Changes Explained: What the New Framework Planning Means for Participants (2026)
The Australian Government has announced upcoming changes to how NDIS plans are developed, with a new framework planning approach expected to begin in mid-2026. These changes respond to feedback from [...]
NDIA Releases Three-Year NDIS Pricing Workplan: What It Means for Participants and Providers
The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) has released its new three-year NDIS pricing workplan, outlining how NDIS pricing will be reviewed and improved over the coming years. This workplan aims [...]
What the Under-16 Social Media Ban Means for Teens with Disability
The proposed under-16 social media ban in Australia has sparked intense debate nationwide. For many teenagers, it could simply mean less screen time. But for teens living with disability, it affects [...]
Navigating Change in Disability Employment: Bedford’s Sale and What It Means for You
The future of one of Australia’s largest disability employment providers has taken a promising turn, with a preferred buyer announced for Bedford. After months of uncertainty, this development offers long-awaited [...]
NDIS School Leaver Employment Supports (SLES)
School Leaver Employment Supports (SLES) under the NDIS help young participants move confidently from school into work by providing practical skill-building and tailored support. The SLES program aims to ensure [...]
NDIS Update: Understanding the New Short Term Respite Guidelines
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) has officially updated the name of Short Term Accommodation (STA) to Short Term Respite (STR). A change that better reflects the purpose and value [...]
NDIS to Introduce New Support Needs Assessment (I-CAN)
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) will soon introduce a new, evidence-based method for assessing participant support needs through the Instrument for Classification and Assessment of Support Needs (I-CAN). This [...]
NDIS Claims Time Limits What Participants and Providers Must Do Before 2 October 2025
What is Changing with NDIS Claims Time Limits? The NDIS is introducing a two-year time limit for submitting claims, effective October 3, 2025. Previously, there was no deadline for claim submissions. The [...]
NDIS Evidence Advisory Committee (EAC): What’s New and Changing
What is the EAC? As part of the NDIS 2024–25 Budget, a new committee, the EAC, has been introduced to support evidence-based decision-making in NDIS. The EAC’s role is to [...]
Support at Home Program 2025 New Aged Care Changes from 1 November
The Support at Home program, starting 1 November 2025, will replace Home Care Packages and group aged care supports into three categories: Clinical Care, Independence Support, and Everyday Living. [...]
Annecto Closure in July 2025: What It Means and How We Can Help
Annecto is closing its operations in July 2025, affecting over 3,000 NDIS and aged care participants, as well as more than 1,000 staff across Victoria, NSW, Queensland, and the ACT.If you are [...]
