Engagement
Media
*Please note: We strive to keep this list up-to-date, however it is not a comprehensive catalog of media mentions. If you have any questions, please contact us at md-i@unimelb.edu.au.
NDIS fails to get more people into work
https://www.afr.com/politics/federal/ndis-fails-to-get-more-people-into-work-20220428-p5ah0k
‘You’re either in or you’re out’: NDIS architects say scheme is inequitable
https://www.smh.com.au/national/you-re-either-in-or-you-re-out-ndis-architects-say-scheme-is-inequitable-20210722-p58c3o.html
NDIS architect Bruce Bonyhady urges rethink of independent assessments
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-03-18/ndis-architect-bruce-bonyhady-slams-independent-assessments/13256160
‘An oasis in the desert’: Why the NDIS is a mess
https://www.afr.com/politics/federal/an-oasis-in-the-desert-why-the-ndis-is-a-mess-20220427-p5aggq
Critics speak out against ‘concerning expansion’ of NDIA CEO’s powers
https://probonoaustralia.com.au/news/2021/11/critics-speak-out-against-concerning-expansion-of-ndia-ceos-powers/
NDIS faces breaking point as support workers eye other employment
https://catholicleader.com.au/news/ndis-faces-breaking-point-as-support-workers-eye-other-employment/
NDIS changes could give agency chief powers to cut funding, former chairman says
https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2021/nov/11/ndis-changes-could-give-agency-chief-powers-to-cut-funding-former-chairman-says
Bill Shorten warns the future of the NDIS is at risk because of 'neglect' and 'vandalism'
https://www.sbs.com.au/news/article/bill-shorten-warns-the-future-of-the-ndis-is-at-risk-because-of-neglect-and-vandalism/wmgyh82fw
Upscaling the healthcare sector, real-time: Australian disability researchers call for a coronavirus response package
https://www.themandarin.com.au/127573-upscaling-the-healthcare-sector-real-time-australian-disability-researchers-call-for-a-coronavirus-response-package/
Making Disability Support work across Real Lives
https://pursuit.unimelb.edu.au/articles/making-disability-support-work-across-real-lives
Survey Launched to Provide NDIS Participants with Opportunity to Share Views
https://www.miragenews.com/survey-launched-to-provide-ndis-participants-with-opportunity-to-share-views-on-changes-made-to-support-them-during/
Talking Disability | National Disability Research Partnership to help improve disability policy
https://www.disabilitysupportguide.com.au/talking-disability/national-disability-research-partnership-to-help-improve-disability-policy
National Disability Research Partnership Welcome but Needs to Include Carers
https://www.miragenews.com/national-disability-research-partnership-welcome-but-needs-to-include-carers/
National Disability Research Partnership paves way for further improvements to disability policy
https://www.miragenews.com/national-disability-research-partnership-paves-way-for-further-improvements-to-disability-policy/
People with Disabilities in Australia are struggling to find Appropriate Housing - SBS News
Disability, thoughts of suicide and Australian men - Pursuit
'Architect of NDIS says unfair rollout holding back billions from Australians in dire need' - The Guardian
'Willing and Able' - The Financial Review
The National Wrap - ABC
Q&A Episode: Enabled - ABC
