Kylier Rees - People with Disability Australia

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States and Territories Abandon People with Disability as NDIS Reforms Tighten Access

PWDA is deeply concerned that state and territory governments are delaying the rollout of foundational supports, leaving millions of people with disability to continue without access to essential services.

PWDA’s NSW Pre-Budget Submission

The 2025-26 NSW Pre-Budget Submission shows that Investing in a more inclusive NSW offers returns for everyone. Discrimination and exclusion are far higher than investing in inclusion.

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PWDA’s 2025 Federal Pre-Budget Submission for People with Disability

PWDA’s 2025 Federal Pre-Budget Submission for People with Disability involves measures designed to enable equity, inclusion and access for people with disability

Disability advocates call for policy ambition to be matched with action

Australia’s Disability Strategy sets out a vision for a more inclusive society. The federal government’s commitment to tracking progress under the ADS matters.

Take the Time for Codesign: 254 Organisations Demand More Time to Codesign NDIS Reforms

254 disability organisations and providers call for urgent action from the Government and the new Minister for the NDIS to protect the safety and wellbeing of NDIS participants amid rushed reforms.

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PWDA are ‘Free to Be Me’ at 2025 Midsumma Pride March

PWDA joined the 2025 Midsumma Pride March on Sunday 2 February to celebrate LGBTQIA+ and disability pride with the theme Proud and Free to Be Me.

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PWDA’s response to the NSW Homelessness Strategy

PWDA welcomed the opportunity to respond to the Homes NSW draft NSW Homelessness Strategy 2025-2034, following review of the strategy, consultation paper and background documents.

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Member Survey on Mandatory Registration

PWDA is preparing responses to NDIS Safety Commission consultations on the mandatory registration

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People With Disability Australia Condemns Queensland Government’s Trans Health Ban

PWDA condemns the QLD Government’s decision to suspend the provision of puberty blockers and hormone therapies to minors seeking gender-affirming care

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PWDA Congratulates Samantha Connor AM And Members Of The Disability Community Recognised In The 2025 Australia Day Honours List