Every Australian Counts

From July 2026, people will start moving into a new NDIS planning system. But it’s being rushed to meet a deadline, not to get it right. When changes move this fast, people get left behind. We’re calling for the Government to listen. Read more: shorturl.at/nsesp

We’ve told decision makers: rushing NDIS changes is putting people at risk. Safety must come before speed. No one should be left without the support they need. shorturl.at/81Yrd #ProtectOurNDIS #EveryAustralianCounts

Reports of abuse and neglect in the NDIS are rising. “These figures represent tens of thousands of people with disability experiencing serious violence, abuse and neglect…” We need real choice and alternatives to group homes. shorturl.at/CDRYP #ProtectOurNDIS

Our community is scared. At our forum, one participant asked: “When can we stop worrying about the fact that we might not get that funding again in future?” The NDIS must protect choice and the supports people rely on. Watch: youtu.be/2OhQ8oVHhXM #ProtectOurNDIS

Our community is deeply worried the new NDIS framework will mean budget cuts dressed up as reform. One forum participant said: “I’ve now resigned myself to the fact that I will get a budget cut.” The NDIS must protect choice the people rely on. Watch: shorturl.at/x3bjd

📢 New article: New Framework Planning – What We Know So Far Major changes are coming to how NDIS plans are created and funded. Our latest update explains how the new planning system may work and the concerns our community is raising. Read more: shorturl.at/khQy1

We’ve made a submission on the proposed NDIS New Framework Planning Rules. These changes will shape how plans are created and how supports are decided. The NDIS must protect choice, control and fairness for people with disability. Read our submission: shorturl.at/0ehdJ

“What will happen to my child when I die?” It’s a question many parents of PwD carry every day. This Australian Story shows the huge responsibility families carry trying to secure a safe future. The NDIS must deliver the long-term support PwD deserve. 📺 iview.abc.net.au/video/NC2602Q0…

Older Australians and people with disability are being assessed by algorithms that decide their care. No human override. Care is not a computer score. It is about dignity, safety and lived experience. We must not reduce people to data points. Link: shorturl.at/eMEfy

Missed our NDIS framework rules forum last Friday? The full recording is now live. We cover: • Impairment notices • The Support Needs Assessment • Budget setting risks • Closed-loop reviews Watch and share: youtu.be/2OhQ8oVHhXM #ProtectOurNDIS #EveryAustralianCounts

2/2 A 90 day review wait could force Graham into care. People do not lose dignity at 65. abc.net.au/news/2026-02-2… #ProtectOurNDIS #EveryAustralianCounts

1/2 Graham is 80 and living with advanced MND. He can’t walk, eat or breathe without support. Because he is over 65, he cannot access the NDIS. A new aged care algorithm has cut his support, no human can override it. His 79 year old wife is now lifting him alone.

Federal Court rules NDIA must fund a mobility scooter for NDIS participant Michael Eastham – a significant decision. Proposed NDIS planning rule changes could limit supports and make it harder to challenge unfair decisions. Read the story: abc.net.au/news/2026-03-0… #ProtectOurNDIS

What would make NDIS assessments fairer and safer? Qualified assessors. My evidence considered. Right to check the report. Independent oversight. Survey closes 6 March 2026. 👉 forms.office.com/r/EsbqZ3gcXM

Join EAC’s community forum on the proposed new NDIS planning rules 📅 27 Feb | 2–3:30pm AEDT | Online (Zoom) Hear from Muriel Cummins and expert panelists Naomi Anderson, Belinda Kochanowska and Matthew Hall. 👉 Register: shorturl.at/pUWW3

Early survey results are in, and people have serious concerns about the new NDIS planning rules. Independence. Qualifications. Transparency. Complex needs. EAC is preparing a submission - survey is open until 6 March 2026. 👉 forms.office.com/r/EsbqZ3gcXM

Know your NDIS rights. Show them. Act on them. Know My Rights is a free learning platform for participants, families, carers and support workers. No sign in required. Learn what you’re entitled to and what to do when something isn’t right. knowmyrights.org.au

We urge the Legislative Affairs Committee to use this Inquiry to strengthen the legal foundations of the NDIS Act. Support Needs Assessments and new budget-setting approaches must be clearly defined in legislation, not left to policy. shorturl.at/2iCS3 #ProtectOurNDIS

The Government is consulting on new NDIS planning rules, including assessments, budgets and decision-making. Every Australian Counts is writing a submission and wants your lived experience to shape it. The survey open until 6 March. 👉 Take the survey: shorturl.at/NSOQ0

Our submission to the Inquiry into the NDIS (Integrity and Safeguarding) Bill 2025 sets out practical changes to ensure reforms do not create new risks for participants. Integrity should strengthen, not weaken, protections. Read more: shorturl.at/2iCS3 #ProtectOurNDIS