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16 August 2026

The life-changing impact of gaming on social skills and mental health for NDIS participants

Gaming’s NDIS impact: Boosting social skills and mental health NDIS Cuts Threaten Lifeline: Why Programs Like ‘Gamer’ Matter For Ella, Jen*, and Tim*, a shared love for video games and card battles has forged an unexpected, powerful friendship. Gathered at a genU-run “Gamer” session in Geelong, they navigate virtual worlds and strategic card plays, building […]

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15 August 2026

Pocock and crossbenchers call Labor’s NDIS overhaul ‘too far, too fast’ in scathing Senate inquiry report | National disability insurance scheme

Pocock and crossbenchers call Labor’s NDIS overhaul ‘too far, too fast’ in scathing Senate inquiry report | National disability insurance scheme Urgent NDIS Reforms Face Backlash Amid Fears of ‘Blunt Cuts’ to Support The Albanese government’s proposed overhaul of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is rapidly moving through parliament and could pass as early […]

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8 August 2026

How Australian Tech Startup Cenaris Is Transforming Compliance for NDIS and Healthcare Providers with AI

AI Streamlines NDIS Provider Compliance for Better Care Navigating NDIS Rules: New AI Tool Aims to Ease Provider Burden The Growing Challenge for NDIS and Healthcare Providers For NDIS providers, families, and participants, navigating the complex world of regulations and compliance can be a significant challenge. With ongoing reforms and increasing mandatory requirements within the […]

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7 August 2026

NDIS Senate inquiry hears concerns of carer burnout, slashing of social supports and ‘dangerous’ ministerial powers

NDIS Inquiry: Support cuts, carer burnout, dangerous new powers NDIS Overhaul Under Fire: Senate Inquiry Reveals Deep Concerns Over Proposed Changes The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is facing its most significant shake-up since its inception, with proposed changes sparking widespread concern among participants, families, carers, and service providers. A recent Senate inquiry delved deep […]

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