National Disability Insurance Scheme Amendment

Securing the NDIS for Future Generations Bill 2026 Submission 1932

I am writing today about proposed changes to NDIS. My role included working closely with an individual requiring communication, living & travel supports—(15 hours daily in three tight shifts). They’re profoundly physically disabled; cannot speak or move much at all due to severe physical limitations that saved them when initially rolled out, allowing independent living instead of abusive/neglectful nursing homes—a traumatic experience they escaped from. The NDLS has been a wonderful lifeline, making industry accountable for harm caused to many people through its support system which was life-changing! The cuts being considered pose significant issues as we didn’t anticipate increased diagnoses like Autism/ADHD/neurological disabilities now. However, mixed messages around community funding priorities seem inconsistent given reality where most funds will be redirected elsewhere despite government stating otherwise; social and community engagement is crucial! Cuts would mean losing essential services and jobs among those doing good work without compensation. Pondering first point: dodgy industries are still prevalent post-NDIS implementation but more have emerged since then. We’ve heard this repeatedly—from my brother (Cerebral Palsy) experiences—and stories shared by colleagues who coordinate such programs. It’s astonishing how easily big companies exploit these systems. Clearer information must address public concerns regarding fraud prevention not targeting participants directly—it’s providers and industries causing the issue everywhere observed.