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‘Thriving Kids’ could help secure the future of the NDIS. But what will the program mean for children and families?

‘Thriving Kids’ could help secure the future of the NDIS. But what will the program mean for children and families?

With children over-represented on the NDIS, it’s hoped this new program could divert pressure from the scheme. Here’s what we know about it so far.

20.08.2025 10

The Conversation

Helen Dickinson

What happens if I go over or under on my NDIS plan? And what do shorter funding periods mean for me?

Some NDIS participants use all their funds before their plan clicks over, while others don’t use all of theirs. But will shorter funding periods...

21.07.2025 3

The Conversation

Helen Dickinson

How senior public servants feel about using AI at work

04.06.2025 10

Canberra Times

Helen Dickinson

Senior public servants think GenAI will boost productivity - but are worried about the risks

Should GenAI be rapidly rolled out to improve public service policymaking and delivery? Or is a more cautious approach needed to rebuild trust after...

04.06.2025 20

The Conversation

Helen Dickinson

The government wants to contain NDIS growth. But ineligible people with disability also need support

As the government seeks to moderate growth of the scheme budget, some NDIS participants are finding they are no longer eligible for the scheme.

20.05.2025 5

The Conversation

Helen Dickinson

The NDIS reform bill has been passed – will it get things ‘back on track’ for people with disability?

The government has passed a bill that will pave the way for sweeping reforms to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). In late March many...

22.08.2024 10

The Conversation

Helen Dickinson

Tiered NDIS provider registration and a say on supports. Are we finally listening to people with disability?

When the review of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) was handed down at the end of last year, one of the more controversial...

05.08.2024 2

The Conversation

Helen Dickinson