Complaining NDIS families face child protection threats
The national disability agency is referring families that complain about support levels to child protection services, an autism help network says.
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‘Makes my brain explode’: families fear NDIS changes
Families are still largely in the dark about what will happen when their kids are moved off the NDIS onto state supports as a transition period gets underway.
‘Families need clarity’ on NDIS early autism overhaul
Advocates are calling for certainty on how NDIS supports will be impacted after the first phase of a program to take children with autism off the scheme begins.
Psychologists want in on early intervention program
Children and families could miss out on vital early support if the new Thriving Kids program doesn't use the expertise of Australian psychologists.
Toyota Motor Asia Reaffirms The Power Of Sport As Global Team Toyota Athletes Take Part In Aichi-Nagoya 2026
SINGAPORE, Sept. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- With the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games taking place, and the Asian Para Games to follow in October, Toyota Motor Asia underscores its long-standing commitment to sport and its belief in the power of movement to bring people and communities together. This year, seven Global Team Toyota Athletes have qualified to represent their respective nations at the...
“Lumina 919” Illuminates a New Chapter in Philanthropy
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Sept. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The World Public Welfare Alliance Foundation (WPWAF) officially launched with its inaugural gala, "Lumina 919 – Where Light Begins," held recently at the HGH Convention Centre in Kuala Lumpur. The event brought together distinguished guests and representatives from the fields of philanthropy, education, law, business and the wider community...
Big NDIS savings snagging on lone holdout state
The federal government's frustration is growing over one state's refusal to sign on to one of its sweeping reforms to the NDIS.
‘It’s always there’: high cost of chronic pain on kids
Kids with chronic pain conditions are struggling to have their symptoms taken seriously, a study has found, despite impacting most aspects of their lives.
Speaking up for lives harmed by alcohol in the womb
A national campaign is seeking to destigmatise and raise awareness of a physical and neurodevelopmental condition caused by prenatal alcohol exposure.
Arts groups fear fallout of looming NDIS funding cuts
Disability arts organisations from around Australia fear cuts to the NDIS will destroy career pathways and reduce vital mental health and social supports.
Drawing a line: disability arts sector fears NDIS cuts
A studio for artists with intellectual disabilities has produced an Archibald finalist but cuts to the NDIS have the arts disability sector worried.
Sweeping NDIS changes get the green light
Multiple changes were added at the last minute to contentious NDIS reforms after a deal between the major parties to rein in costs of the scheme.
‘Don’t stuff it’: Labor relishes One Nation super fight
A call to expand early access to retirement funds to tackle cost-of-living pressures from Pauline Hanson has given the government a boost in a busy week.
Labor vows to defend super scheme from One Nation, Libs
Multiple contentious Labor policies might pass the parliament pending a deal, as Labor goes on the attack against One Nation and the coalition amid new polling.
Labor confident of an NDIS deal despite reform backlash
The federal disability minister has defended changes to the NDIS, flagging further amendments to tackle fraud and win parliamentary support.
‘Too far, too fast’: alarm as NDIS revamp moves closer
An inquiry report recommending multibillion-dollar cuts to the national disability fund go ahead is being tempered by widespread warnings over the shake-up
‘Stop the madness’: Liberal eyes big tech, party policy
A Liberal frontbencher has called on his party to slash the construction code, cut migration, tax big tech more and freeze the NDIS to fix Australia's malaise.
Neglect charges dropped over malnourished woman’s death
Years after a woman with cerebral palsy was found dead in squalid conditions, a former director of an NDIS provider has pleaded guilty to reckless conduct.
Gambling reform deal edges closer as division remains
Labor is confident of securing a deal for controversial gambling reforms, despite concerns the measures do not go far enough to reduce harm.
‘We die’: disabled voices warn against NDIS cuts
A major overhaul of Australia's national disability program has secured bipartisan support but advocates have warned the changes could have deadly consequences.
‘All relative’: Labor plays down decade-low poll result
Labor's primary vote has fallen to its lowest level since the dying days of the Gillard government, but an expert says the figure is not as bad as it seems.
‘Breathtaking’ NDIS exploitation in remote communities
Multiple groups have told an inquiry the federal government's proposed National Disability Insurance Scheme reforms should not go ahead in their current form.
Virgin accused of refusing disabled twins toilet access
The family of twins with mobility issues has sued Virgin Australia for discrimination after the boys were allegedly refused access to the closest lavatory.
Struggling Liberals seek reboot in winter of discontent
Down in the polls, Liberal leader Angus Taylor will look to reconnect with voters through a blitz of marginal seats as parliament rises for its winter break.
Death or divorce: owners could miss out on tax breaks
The federal government is being accused of a crucial oversight as it tries to ram its overhaul of taxes on investments through parliament.
Investment overhaul to pass despite ‘taxmaxxing’ claims
Controversial changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax will get a parliamentary green light after Labor made a handful of concessions.
Nationals ape Hanson ‘liar’ slogan as tax debate flares
One Nation could win more than 60 seats if an election were held now, as a fresh poll underscores surging support for the right-wing party.
Delayed NDIS reform report ‘proves probe was rushed’
Disability organisations are anxiously awaiting a parliamentary inquiry's judgement on a plan to reform the NDIS and remove tens of thousands of participants.
Minister accuses states of exaggerating NDIS criticism
State and territory ministers have hit out at looming reforms to the National Disability Insurance Scheme, but the minister in charge says they're posturing.
Autistic teens caught in middle of NDIS funding dispute
A government autism support program has been applauded but questions are being raised as to what happens when participants age out at just nine years old.
NDIS reforms on rocky ground at end of snap inquiry
State leaders, stakeholders and the opposition are hardening their criticism of NDIS reforms with just weeks to go until the government hopes to pass them.