Home | A message from the NDIS CEO about changes to NDIS legislation 

SUMMARY: The NDIS is changing. Starting from October 3rd, 2024, there will be updates to how NDIS funding is used and planned.

Key Changes:

  • Spending Rules: There will be a new definition of NDIS supports, seeking to make it easier to understand what you can spend your NDIS money on.
  • Revised Budgeting: NDIS plans will show a total budget instead of individual support costs.
  • Longer Plan Periods: Most plans will be valid for longer than 12 months in the future.

What to Expect:

  • Continued Support: The NDIS will still provide disability-related supports.
  • NDIA Support: The NDIA will keep you informed and assist you through the changes.

You can read the original statement here – https://www.ndis.gov.au/news/10303-ceo-statement-getting-ndis-back-track-bill  

The latest update Key Changes

New NDIS Supports Definition: Starting October 3rd, there will be a new definition of NDIS supports. The intent is to provide clearer guidelines about what you can and can’t spend your NDIS funding on.

Revised Budgeting: If your plan is reviewed after October 3rd, you’ll see a total budget amount instead of line-by-line support costs. This will make it easier to understand your overall funding.

Longer Plan Periods: In the future, most NDIS plans will be for longer than 12 months.

What to Expect

While these changes are significant, it’s important to remember that the NDIS will continue to provide disability-related supports.

The overall purpose of the NDIS remains the same.

The statement informs that the NDIA is committed to keeping you informed throughout the transition and that they will provide regular updates and support to help you understand the changes and navigate any challenges.

For more information:

Visit the NDIS website – https://www.ndis.gov.au/

Subscribe to the NDIS Newsletter – https://cloud.e.ndis.gov.au/newsletter_signup

Join NDIA Participant First – https://myform.apps.ndia.gov.au/?src=https://forms.apps.ndia.gov.au/jpgbthlbzknpuvv/participantfirstinformationinfoform&org=ndis&theme=ndis