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In The Media 11 July 2016

Taigum’s Scott Harry explains his hopes for the NDIS

THE National Disability Insurance Scheme is a step closer for northsiders with a disability, bringing with it the chance for people to finally be the masters of their own destiny.

In The Media 11 July 2016

Understanding the NDIS: the challenges disability service providers face in a market-based system

On July 1 2016, the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) moved from a trial phase to a full national roll-out. In this series on Understanding the NDIS, we explore how the scheme works, why Australia needs it, and the issues to be addressed before eligible Australians, such as Indigenous people with disability, can receive the benefits they are entitled to.

In The Media 8 July 2016

Understanding the NDIS: the scheme does not yet address all the needs of Indigenous people with disabilities

On July 1 2016, the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) moved from a trial phase to a full national roll-out. In this series on Understanding the NDIS, we explore how the scheme works, why Australia needs it, and the issues to be addressed before eligible Australians can receive the benefits they are entitled to

In The Media 7 July 2016

Understanding the NDIS: many eligible people with disabilities are likely to miss out

On July 1 2016, the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) moved from a trial phase to a full national roll-out. In this series on Understanding the NDIS, we explore how the scheme works, why Australia needs it, and the issues to be addressed before eligible Australians, such as many Indigenous people with disability, can receive the benefits they are entitled to.

In The Media 7 July 2016

Understanding the NDIS: how does the scheme work and am I eligible for funding?

On July 1 2016, the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) moved from a trial phase to a full national roll-out. In this series on Understanding the NDIS, we explore how the scheme works, why Australia needs it and the issues to be addressed before eligible Australians, such as many Indigenous people with disability, can receive the benefits they are entitled to.

In The Media 7 July 2016

Understanding the NDIS: a history of disability welfare from ‘deserving poor’ to consumers in control

On July 1, 2016, the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) moved from a trial phase to a full national roll-out. In this series on Understanding the NDIS, we explore how the scheme works, why Australia needs it, and the issues to be addressed before eligible Australians, such as many Indigenous people with disability, can receive the benefits they are entitled to.

In The Media 7 July 2016

How do I navigate the NDIS?

People with disabilities and their carers will need good advocacy skills to get the best support from the National Disability Insurance Scheme.

In The Media 7 July 2016

NDIS rollout begins on RN Breakfast

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) moves to its next phase tomorrow, with the start of the national rollout.

In The Media 7 July 2016

Can co-ops help deliver Australia’s National Disability Insurance Scheme?

Co-operative businesses in Australia have expressed support and protection for service providers and consumers under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).

In The Media 7 July 2016

Hope offered by national disability insurance scheme

Melissa Hulm says the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) will give her more freedom as it rolls out in Hornsby.

In The Media 4 July 2016

NDIS giving Kyle a life of his own

THE power of personal choice has transformed the life of Kyle Stone, who has gone from isolation to independence with the support of the National Disability Insurance Scheme.

In The Media 4 July 2016

Competition ramps up in Tasmania’s disability sector as the NDIS rolls out

The biggest shakeup of Tasmania’s disability sector could result in some cut-throat competition, providers say.

In The Media 4 July 2016

NDIS launched at Northcott

Forget Saturday’s federal election, Friday was an important day in Australia’s history.

In The Media 4 July 2016

The NDIS Rollout has Arrived

The $22 billion NDIS, which is being introduced in stages around the country over the next three years, started to be rolled out across Australia on Friday.

In The Media 4 July 2016

NDIS rollout to start Friday in Tasmania; concerns flagged over workforce

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) will begin being rolled out to Tasmania on Friday, although some groups remain concerned about its implementation.

In The Media 4 July 2016

Disability funding reform ‘disappoints’ ethnic communities

People from non-English speaking backgrounds say the National Disability Insurance Scheme does not address their needs.

In The Media 1 July 2016

NDIS rollout starts across Australia

The long-awaited National Disability Insurance Scheme starts rolling out across Australia from Friday for the next three years.

In The Media 1 July 2016

Good news for Azalyiah Sole as National Disability Insurance Scheme rolls out in NSW

They have the same condition, but Sarkis Sole is hopeful his daughter Azayliah’s start to life will be very different to his.

In The Media 28 June 2016

Disillusioned with politics? Then take heart in July 1

The very existence of the National Disability Insurance Scheme – to begin national operation this Friday – is a powerful rebuttal to that contemporary whine about big policy reforms being too hard for our short political attention spans, writes Annabel Crabb.

In The Media 27 June 2016

Disability sector major player in election, says ACES

The CEO of the Port Macquarie-based disability service provider ACES has challenged Cowper candidates to take seriously the voting power of people with disabilities, their families and supporters.

In The Media 27 June 2016

The Rainbow Out and About group lifts spirits of people with mental illness

When the symptoms of her schizophrenia cloud her world, Josie DeBono can find it near impossible to muster the confidence to head down to her local shops.

The 52-year-old, who has been battling the complex illness since she was 18, is slowly clawing back her confidence to socialise and participate more fully in society.

In The Media 23 June 2016

NDIS rollout predicted to bring 1200-job bonanza to Barwon region

THE Barwon region can expect 1200 new jobs during the next three years with growth of the National Disability Insurance Scheme, according to latest modelling.

In The Media 23 June 2016

How Your Brand Can Turn Followers into Fans

During May, a fairy tale story gripped fans around the world – a championship title win in the English Premier League to Leicester City, the little guys in the league.
Andrea Bocelli, renowned Italian tenor, and long-time football follower was also swept up in the momentum built by Leicester City, and offered his services to perform at their coronation ceremony.

Can anyone become a champion in their field and make maestros and fans want to sing their praises?

In The Media 22 June 2016

The ‘jobs of the future’ nobody is talking about

Australia is at risk of missing the next great economic boom if we don’t act quickly.

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