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41 years ago, she started her life as a support worker. Now, Hayley Dean is our new board president. In our first CEO Update for 2026, CEO Michael Perusco and Hayley speak about Hayley's new role, and NDS's key priorities for the year ahead. 👉​ nds.org.au/news/ceo-updat…

We're wishing all our members and online followers a happy, safe Christmas and festive season, and a relaxing break for the New Year. NDS offices will be closed from Thursday 25 December to Friday 2 January inclusive.🎄 Thank you to all our members for a great 2025.✨

🚨𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀: The Australian Government has now released its MYEFO, and confirmed mandatory registration for #SIL and digital platform providers from July 2026 - and is a major win for NDS’s advocacy, and our sector.🔗nds.org.au/index.php/news…

NDS is 80 years strong and our members say it best! 80 years of advocacy, support, solutions and impact in the #disability sector. Not yet a member? Learn how to join🔗 nds.org.au/nds-membership… #NDS80years #DisabilitySector #Advocacy #Inclusion

Reform is gaining pace in the disability sector, but challenges remain. NDS outlines key updates in this short video, with more insights available for members in the full article. Watch now and stay informed🔗​nds.org.au/news/ceo-updat… #NDIS #DisabilitySector

We’ve just released our 2025 #WorkforceCensus Report: - 50 per cent churn in the disability sector - $50 million in hidden turnover costs - Rising casualisation These trends threaten service continuity and workforce sustainability. Read the report🔗bit.ly/45CS2Fc #NDIS

The Tasmanian State election is coming up – and NDS State Manager (Acting) Cathy Limb, met with @TasmanianLabor Shadow Disability Services Minister Ella Haddad MP. Cathy discussed the NDS platform for this election – read it now. 👉 nds.org.au/news/tasmania-… #taspol #Disability

“Once you lose that capability, you don’t get it back.” We’re continuing to advocate for changes to the recent pricing announcements – which is why NDS CEO Michael Perusco was on ABC ‘Radio National Breakfast’ this morning.👉 abc.net.au/listen/program… #auspol #Disability #NDIS

🚨Breaking : The Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits (PAPL) is out! We’ll have an analysis out for NDS Members tomorrow - as we work through exactly what the changes mean for providers. Learn more👇 ndis.gov.au/providers/pric… #auspol #PricingArrangments #NDIS #Disability

NDS Members: Yesterday, the #NDIA announced new price arrangements - which have significant implications for the shape of the disability market. Members can read our analysis now. 👉bit.ly/3FO5EmY

It's been a big couple of weeks at NDS - with CEO Michael Perusco engaging with new government ministers including @markbutler , @TanyaPlibersek , and @jennymcallister. Hear it in full 👉 nds.org.au/news/ceo-updat…

This week, from Tuesday 27 May to Tuesday 3 June, marks Reconciliation Week. If you're looking for ways to support First Nations people currently living with disability, then the good people over at First Peoples Disability Network have got you covered. 👉fpdn.org.au/our-films/

With The Hon Mark Butler MP and Senator the Hon Jenny McAllister now leading the #NDIS, it’s time for action. NDS is ready💪our #DisabilityReform Action Plan lays out the path forward. ​nds.org.au/news/mark-butl… #auspol #NDIA #Disability #auspolitics

NDS congratulates Labor and all successful candidates on the election outcome! We're excited to launch our Disability Reform Action Plan, connecting federal, state, and territory strategies, ensuring we're all ready to co-deliver the reform agenda.👉bit.ly/42ZrsmV

In the federal election NDS is calling on political parties to commit to a strong and proportionate regulatory system that protects people and upholds high standards. 👉 nds.org.au/resources/all-…

📢 The NDS election platform calls on political parties to commit to policies in the 2025 federal election that support a sustainable #NDIS with quality sustainable providers – and first on our platform is tiered pricing. 👉 nds.org.au/resources/all-… #auspol #Disability #NDIA

🚨Member exclusive: Last night, the 2025-2026 #FederalBudget was announced - our latest news update highlights what the budget means for the #NDIS and providers.​ 👉nds.org.au/index.php/news…​ #auspol #auspolitics #federalbudget #disability

NDS Members: The disability sector is at a turning point, with critical reforms still to be decided. ↩️​ Our latest News Update covers what you need to know about recent changes in our sector. 👉nds.org.au/news/reform-at…  #auspol #NDIS #Disability

📢​NDS Members: Our fourth data collection exercise for supported employment is open - and asks questions around employee work hours and wage rates, and the extent to which providers are transforming their employment service and support models. Learn more👉bit.ly/4ix4dag

Workforce challenges are well known to our sector, and we rely on hard data to illustrate our case – but we need up-to-date information on workforce issues to make it happen.👉nds.org.au/news/the-nds-w… #Census #WorkforceCensus