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The Future of the NDIS: Pre-election EAC Community Forum with Minister Rishworth
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is changing – and with a Federal election on the horizon, its future is in the spotlight. Every Australian Counts, alongside 254
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Participant Pathway Experience Working Group Update
There is a lot of talk about codesign in the NDIS reforms – but what is actually happening on the ground? Every Australian Counts is part of the
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Campaign Statement: Take the Time for Codesign – Protect NDIS Participants’ Safety and Wellbeing
6 Feb 2025 To: The Commonwealth Government of Australia We, the undersigned organisations and individuals, are deeply concerned about the Government’s rushed approach to implement major
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10 New Year Wishes for 2025: What We’re Asking Our Governments to Commit To
As we welcome 2025, we’re calling on our governments to commit to ten actions that will protect the NDIS and fulfil its promise: a system that empowers people
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Community Feedback on NDIS Legislation Changes
The results are in. We asked our community about your views and experiences of the recent changes to NDIS that came into effect on 3 October 2024.
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Growing Concern Regarding Increased Rate of Eligibility Reassessment
Written by Muriel Cummins, for Every Australian Counts. Last week, at a Parliamentary Hearing [1], the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) revealed that they are currently completing very
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Upcoming Forum: Unpacking the Changes: Mythbusting with the NDIA
We’re excited to announce our next community forum, “Unpacking the Changes: Mythbusting with the NDIA”, on 27th November from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm AEDST. This free online
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New NDIS Support Lists: What They Mean for You
The Government released new lists on 1 October 2024 that show which supports the NDIS will pay for. These lists started on 3 October, but they are not
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NDIS Changes – What You Need to Know
NDIS Changes – What You Need to Know The NDIS is changing from Thursday, 3rd October 2024. These changes will affect how you can use your NDIS funding.
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Can’t Attend Our Forum on the NDIS Act Changes? Register Now to Get the Recording!
On Friday the 20th September, we’re hosting an important community forum to explore the significant changes to the NDIS Act and what they mean for Australians with disabilities.
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Every Australian Counts Responds to NDIS Provider and Worker Registration Taskforce Advice
Every Australian Counts welcomes the release of the NDIS Provider and Worker Registration Taskforce Advice. The report proposes significant changes to enhance quality, safety and choice for NDIS
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EAC defends choice and control and rejects restrictive NDIS lists
Every Australian Counts strongly opposes the introduction of prescriptive and restrictive support lists. The lists undermine the NDIS’s core principles by limiting participants’ ability to tailor supports to
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NDIS Legislation Update: What You Need to Know
The NDIS Bill has passed through both Houses of Parliament and is set to become law after receiving Royal Assent from the Governor-General. Royal assent is the stage
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MEDIA RELEASE: EVERY AUSTRALIAN COUNTS DEMAND A PAUSE ON THE NDIS AMENDMENT BILL
19 AUGUST 2024 NOTHING ABOUT US WITHOUT US: EAC DEMANDS A PAUSE ON THE NDIS AMENDMENT BILL Before passing the Bill the Government needs to: Ensure there is
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Join the Face-to-Face with Senators: Every Australian Counts Legislation Update
Date: Saturday, 10th August 2024 Time: 12:00 noon to 1:30 pm (AEST) Platform: Online via Zoom We invite you to participate in an important online event, “Face-to-Face with
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EAC Advocates for Stronger NDIS Protections at Parliamentary Hearing
Date: 24th July 2024 Introduction Every Australian Counts (EAC) participated in a critical parliamentary hearing on the National Disability Insurance Scheme Amendment (Getting the NDIS Back on Track
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EAC Community Forum: The Latest on the NDIS Bill and How to Be Heard
A lot has happened since our last community forum on the NDIS Bill, so we are hosting another forum to give you an update. This forum will give
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Every Australian Counts Calls on Parliament to Protect the NDIS
Media Release As Parliament debates proposed changes to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) today, Every Australian Counts implores all parliamentarians to ensure the voices and rights of
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Every Australian Counts Submission into the ‘Getting the NDIS Back on Track’ Bill 2024
Written submissions into the Standing Committee on Community Affairs, about the Getting the NDIS Back on Track Bill 2024 recently closed. Every Australian Counts developed a submission to
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Every Australian Counts Upcoming Community Forum on the Changes to the NDIS Act
The biggest changes to our NDIS ever are currently being considered by our parliament. So please join our online community forum this Saturday, May 11 to understand more
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Media Release: NDIS Participants and Families Slam the NDIS Review Recommendations, Survey Shows
Results of a recent survey by the grassroots campaign for the NDIS, Every Australian Counts have revealed serious concerns with the recommendations put forward by the NDIS Review.
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A New Taskforce to stop NDIS Providers Overcharging
Dr George Taleporos, Independent Chair of Every Australian Counts welcomes the government’s announcement to crack down on NDIS Providers overcharging participants through their newly announced taskforce. This initiative,
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Every Australian Counts: Upcoming Forum and Invitation to Influence our Next Steps
In the spirit of collective action and shared vision, Every Australian Counts is extending an invitation to an important online forum scheduled for the 8th of April at
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Response to NDIS Review – Choice and control are under threat – the government must recommit to codesign
It’s been an extremely stressful time for our community waiting for these recommendations, our lives depend on the NDIS.
While we have had some glimpses of some of the findings, today is our first opportunity to examine the recommendations of the NDIS Review.
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