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Changes to temporary COVID-19 arrangements for meal preparation and delivery, cleaning services and SIL

We’re making changes to meal preparation and delivery, and supported independent living temporary COVID-19 measures.

Grant opportunity for disability conference organisers

Grant opportunity opened on 4 January 2022

Consultation summary report for interventions for children on the autism spectrum

As part of the NDIA’s commitment to be more open and transparent, we are pleased to share with you the results of our consultation on interventions for children on the autism spectrum.

COVID-19 rapid antigen test (RAT) eligibility and claiming

From 23 December 2021, eligible supported independent living (SIL) participants and providers can claim up to $12.50 per rapid antigen test (RAT) when a support worker is required to undergo COVID-19 testing to safely deliver supports to a participant.

Communique from the Disability Reform Ministers’ December Meeting

Commonwealth, state and territory disability ministers met on 10 December 2021 for the Disability Reform Ministers’ Meeting (DRMM).

$35 million investment to reduce the number of younger people in residential aged care

The Australian Government is investing an additional $35 million to continue delivering on its commitment to reduce the number of younger people entering, and living in, residential aged care.