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Nearly 145,000 Australians to Lose Autism Support Under NDIS Reforms

15 Temmuz 2026The Guardian

Internal estimates reveal that nearly 145,000 Australians receiving autism support through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) will lose their assistance by 2030. The federal government is implementing reforms to focus the $52 billion scheme on individuals with significant and complex needs.
Alarmingly, a substantial portion of those affected will be children under the age of 18. These changes have raised concerns about the future support available for vulnerable populations.
The NDIS was designed to provide comprehensive support for individuals with disabilities, but recent reforms indicate a shift towards a more restrictive model. The decision to limit access to those with significant and complex needs has sparked debate about the adequacy of resources and the implications for those wh…
The impending removal of support for nearly 145,000 Australians under the NDIS raises critical questions about the government's commitment to inclusivity and the welfare of individuals with autism. As the scheme narrows its focus, it risks neglecting those who may not fit the 'significant and complex' criteria but s…

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