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NDIS Legislation & Policy Changes
Starting 3 October 2024, NDIS funding can only be utilised for designated NDIS supports, per the new regulations. This transitional rule outlines both eligible expenses and those that are prohibited. However, there may be specific situations where you can request approval to use your funding for a support that doesn’t fall under NDIS, but these…
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NDIS Art & Music Therapy Providers
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) exists to ensure participants have access to evidence-based, disability-related supports they require. Recent changes to legislation have introduced updated definitions of NDIS supports, clarifying what participants can and cannot use their funding for. The Government engaged in community consultation on the legislative changes prior to their passage through Parliament…
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How to Avoid Delays to STA Payments
If you have recently submitted a Short Term Accommodation (STA) claim, you may have noticed that some claims or reimbursements are being rejected by the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA). This increased scrutiny is due to the NDIA’s heightened focus on what participants are claiming as Short Term Accommodation and Respite, as well as the…
