Cultural Safety in NDIS Services: Tailoring Supports for Noongar and Multicultural Communities in Western Australia
In Western Australia’s diverse cultural landscape, where Noongar peoples and multicultural communities form a vibrant mosaic, the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) holds transformative potential. Yet, disparities in access and outcomes persist, with First Nations participants facing approval rates 20% lower than non-Indigenous peers, and culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) individuals often navigating services ill-equipped […]
November 2025 NDIS Update: Key Developments for Providers, Participants, and Systemic Impacts
While November 2025 has been relatively quiet on seismic NDIS shifts compared to earlier reform announcements, several targeted updates and discussions have emerged, directly affecting providers, participants, and the scheme’s broader outcomes. With the NDIS serving 751,446 active participants amid ongoing pricing stabilisations, these stories highlight practical implications for funding access, service delivery, and equity. […]
Navigating the NDIS with Confidence: The Role of Support Coordination in Building a Fuller Life
In the evolving landscape of Australia’s National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), where 751,446 active participants are supported as of 30 September 2025, the journey toward independence often begins with clarity. For many in Perth and across Western Australia, the scheme’s funding—tailored to individual needs—holds immense potential, yet its complexities can feel daunting. Support Coordination emerges […]