Disability and carer news

Read the latest news about disability and carers in Australia.

Disability and carer news

Have your say about the NDIS Supports rules

The Australian Government is updating NDIS Rules to make them fairer and more transparent.

Australia's Disability Strategy gets an update

We have updated Australia’s Disability Strategy to deliver better outcomes for people with disability.

Consultation on draft lists of NDIS supports: What we have heard

The report on feedback received during the consultation on draft lists of NDIS supports is now available.

Disability Reform Ministerial Council Meeting – 1 November 2024

Commonwealth, state and territory Disability Ministers met on 1 November 2024 in Adelaide.

Disability Reform Ministerial Council Meeting – 21 February 2025

Commonwealth, state and territory Disability Ministers met on 21 February 2025 in Adelaide.

Disability Reform Ministerial Council Meeting – 6 June 2025

Commonwealth, state and territory Disability Ministers met on 6 June 2025 in Adelaide.

National Disability Data Asset has launched

The National Disability Data Asset is now accepting research applications.

Release of the final report of the Independent Review into the NDIS

The Australian Government has released the final report of the Independent Review into the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).

Release of the National Autism Strategy 2025–31

The strategy aims to improve the quality of life for all Autistic people in a way that is meaningful to them.

Release of the National Carer Strategy

A framework to support carers now and into the future.

Have your say about the draft autism health roadmap

We’re seeking your views on our draft National Roadmap to Improve the Health and Mental Health of Autistic People.

Equity in cervical screening webinar

Healthcare providers are invited to attend a webinar on best practice cervical screening for people with disability.

COVID-19 vaccination services for people with disability, carers and disability workers

We maintain a list of Commonwealth COVID-19 vaccination services for people with disability, family members and carers, and disability workers.
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