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Minister denies more than 1200 people died waiting for NDIS

Minister denies more than 1200 people died waiting for NDIS

Minister for the NDIS Stuart Robert disputes the interpretation of the figures, reported by the agency itself during Senate estimates.


NDIS receives $105.9 m boost

NDIS receives $105.9 m boost

The significant funding injection was revealed alongside the new NDIA Board, which comprises mostly reappointments but lacks a GP presence.


GPs’ role in navigating the NDIS continues to be overlooked

GPs’ role in navigating the NDIS continues to be overlooked

The NDIS planning interim report makes some useful recommendations for improvements to the scheme in future – but fails to recognise the key part GPs play in the process.


‘We need to show leadership’: Doctors with disability

‘We need to show leadership’: Doctors with disability

Dr Dinesh Palipana wants to pave the way for other medical students and doctors with disability.


Why do people with intellectual disability have lower life expectancy?

Why do people with intellectual disability have lower life expectancy?

An Australian study has delved into the reasons, and found systemic and social barriers to ‘appropriate and effective healthcare’.


Six core areas of NDIS plan revealed

Six core areas of NDIS plan revealed

Final stages of the NDIS overhaul come after reviews of the process revealed major improvements are needed.


Mental health dominates total permanent disability claims

Mental health dominates total permanent disability claims

With the majority of TPD claims made for psychological concerns, GP Dr James Antoniadis sees a major red flag about the state of mental health care.


NDIS underspend continues

NDIS underspend continues

The Government has now spent $4.6 billion less on the scheme than originally anticipated, with the savings put towards the Budget bottom line.


Disability royal commission gets underway

Disability royal commission gets underway

As the inquiry into violence, abuse, neglect and exploitation of people with disability begins, Australia has been warned to expect shocking stories.


NDIS review to streamline processes

NDIS review to streamline processes

The Federal Government has announced a thorough assessment of the scheme, designed to cut red tape and reduce wait times.


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