The Government has announced major changes to the NDIS, outlined by Minister Mark Butler at the National Press Club on 22 April 2026. Here’s what we know
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Reasonable. Necessary. Ordinary.
The NDIS funds reasonable and necessary supports that make ordinary life possible. Cuts put people at risk. Act now to protect the NDIS.
Member Survey on Board Director Nomination and Election Process
PWDA survey to ask members for feedback about the Board Director nomination and election process.
PWDA submission NDIS Evidence Advisory Committee: Third Round
PWDA welcomes the opportunity to contribute to the NDIS Evidence Advisory Committee’s (EAC) third consultation on supports under review.
How losing sight at 14 led to a life of advocacy
PWDA Member Dan Stubbs is Victoria’s Public Advocate shared his story on the When I Was Young podcast of how losing sight at 14 led to a life of advocacy.
PWDA put queer disabled people In Focus at Mardi Gras
PWDA members and staff joined the 2026 Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade under the banner InFocus: Queer & Disabled.
Media Release: NSW Government must take opportunity to deliver on human rights promise as 120+organisations call for inquiry
PWDA joined an alliance of more than 120 legal and community organisations, religious bodies and trade unions calling on the NSW Government to seize an opportunity this week to strengthen human rights protections by establishing a public inquiry into the introduction of a Human Rights Act for New South Wales.
Advancing the Human Rights of Older Persons in Australia: Support for a national Human Rights Act
PWDA joined a representative organisations in statement on Advancing the Human Rights of Older Persons in Australia: Support for a national Human Rights Act.
PWDA submission on the NDIS Rules: New Framework Planning
PWDA submission to NDIS Rules: Public Consultation on New Framework Planning (NFP) following consultation with PWDA members and community
Join a Disability Inclusion Action Plan focus group for City of Ryde
People with Disability Australia and City of Ryde invite people with disability to join a Disability Inclusion Action Plan focus group.