Talking Disability

29/01/2026

High staff turnover, casual roles and constant gaps in support are making it harder for people with disability to get consistent, quality care - even when funding is there. Trust and relationships matter, and the current crisis is testing both. We need stronger workforce stability so support actually works for those who rely on it.
Read more ➡️ https://www.disabilitysupportguide.com.au/talking-disability/workforce-shortages-are-quietly-reshaping-disability-support-and-not-always-for-the-better

27/01/2026

🎾 Thinking about heading to the Australian Open? Good news: it’s one of the most accessible major sporting events in the world. With accessible seating, step-free access, sensory supports and on-site assistance, many people with disability can genuinely enjoy the experience. A little planning goes a long way - book early, take breaks and use the supports available. ✨ Big tennis, big atmosphere, and plenty of ways to make it work.
Read more ➡️ https://www.disabilitysupportguide.com.au/talking-disability/is-the-australian-open-suitable-for-people-with-a-disability-to-attend

22/01/2026

Tony Clark’s election as mayor of Hepburn shire is a powerful example of disability representation in action,...

22/01/2026

📣 South Australia, this one’s for you!
We're proud to support a series of free, local disability expos across Adelaide and SA. No big crowds. No salesy nonsense. Just real conversations, useful info and people who get it.
Meet local disability providers, ask questions without pressure, connect with families, carers and workers and walk away with support that actually helps.
👉 Grab your free ticket now https://events.humanitix.com/host/the-disability-events-community-dec-sa

22/01/2026

When people say “politics isn’t for everyone,” Tony Clark just proved them wrong. Legally blind since age 20, now mayor of Hepburn Shire Council - and unapologetically vocal about why disability representation matters in politics.
Read the full article ➡️ https://www.disabilitysupportguide.com.au/talking-disability/blind-experienced-and-unapologetically-political-tony-clarks-mayoral-moment-in-hepburn-shire

Tony Clark’s election as mayor of Hepburn shire is a powerful example of disability representation in action,...

20/01/2026

Barbie’s first autistic doll has landed - and it’s sparking both pride and debate about what true representation should look like. Thoughts?
Read more ➡️ https://www.disabilitysupportguide.com.au/talking-disability/groundbreaking-representation-how-the-first-autistic-barbie-is-sparking-pride-and-debate

19/01/2026

A heartbreaking snapshot of how Australia’s disability and aged care systems are letting people down: a man with a terminal condition, reliant on high-level care, denied access to the supports that could let him live with dignity - now looking at voluntary assisted dying as a last resort.
This story raises real questions about how we define choice, care and compassion.
Read more ➡️ https://www.disabilitysupportguide.com.au/talking-disability/australian-man-with-mnd-faces-choice-between-survival-and-voluntary-assisted-dying

15/01/2026

Finding the right complex care agency isn’t about luck, it’s about knowing what to look for. From NDIS registration to experienced staff and flexible support, here’s how to choose a provider that actually meets complex needs and supports independent living.
Read more ➡️ https://www.disabilitysupportguide.com.au/talking-disability/how-to-find-reliable-complex-care-agencies-near-you

13/01/2026

Level the Field is changing the game for regional Victorians with disability - creating real pathways into paid and volunteer roles across sport and recreation, not just on the sidelines. This is about jobs, inclusion and long-term change in regional communities.

A new Victorian initiative, Level the Field, is creating paid and volunteer pathways for regional people with disability...

12/01/2026

Some Australian suburbs now have more NDIS providers than cafés.
What’s driving the surge, and what does it mean for people with disability, choice, and scheme integrity?
Read the full story on Talking Disability ➡️ https://www.disabilitysupportguide.com.au/talking-disability/where-ndis-providers-outnumber-cafes-what-the-data-really-reveals-about-australias-disability-support-landscape

09/01/2026

🎉 Big news for retirement living in South Australia!
Resthaven has officially opened a $9.3 million expansion at Chiton Retirement Living, adding 11 modern, energy-efficient units along with community gardens and new caravan parking - boosting sustainable, high-quality options between Port Elliot and Victor Harbor. A win for residents and future neighbours looking for lifestyle, comfort and connection in a beautiful setting. ☀️🏡
Read more ➡️ https://www.agedcareguide.com.au/talking-aged-care/9-3m-development-at-resthaven-chiton-retirement-living-opens

08/01/2026

📢 Big change for NDIS providers from July 2026. Supported Independent Living (SIL) and online platform providers will have to register with the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission - meaning stronger oversight, audits, worker screening and consistent quality standards. Providers that don’t meet the requirements won’t be able to operate.
If you or someone you support works with unregistered SIL or platform providers, it’s a good time to check their plans for registration before the deadline.
Read more ➡️ https://www.disabilitysupportguide.com.au/talking-disability/mandatory-registration-for-sil-and-online-platform-providers-to-start-in-july-2026

From July 2026, Supported Independent Living and digital platform providers must be registered with the NDIS Commission....