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Non-verbal young boy in state care can't access $27,000 of his NDIS funding, grandmother says

Four-year-old Noah was born with profound deafness and has no verbal language. Since entering state care two years ago, he has no longer been able to access his NDIS funding, his grandmother says.

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NDIS provider pursued financial growth over client safety, disability inquiry finds

Royal commission also criticises federal disability watchdog for its handling of complaints centred on provider Afford

The Guardian - AU

NDIS urged to review epilepsy support as Esperance man who suffers daily seizures fights for access

When Luke Oxley was diagnosed with epilepsy as a child he enjoyed the chance to be different from his brother. But the novelty wore off when he realised his world was rapidly shrinking.

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The Ferguson Report: The Emperor’s new submarines

Albo said the exact cost of the nuclear submarine fleet is "between $268 billion or $368 billion, precisely".

The New Daily

Difficult budget decisions after $368 billion nuclear subs splurge

A plan to acquire a fleet of nuclear subs has been unveiled, but experts said the eye-watering price tag will force tough budget debates.

The New Daily

Suggesting NDIS cuts to pay for expensive submarines is the latest attack on disabled people

Imagine if we could make the NDIS work better, rather than having to fight for the scheme to exist

The Guardian - AU

Labor accuses Peter Dutton of using Aukus submarine plan as ‘excuse’ to back NDIS cuts

Opposition leader offers broader bipartisan support for Aukus project, but criticises other defence spending cuts

The Guardian - AU

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Peter Dutton says Coalition would support NDIS cuts to pay for Aukus submarines

Liberal leader offers bipartisan backing for ‘sustainable’ savings for the next generation defence scheme

The Guardian - AU

Refugee research aims to improve support services for people with a disability fleeing war-zones

Even if people with disabilities manage to overcome huge obstacles to flee war zones, they may struggle to access services once in Australia. A research project aims to change that.

ABC News

Perth woman Ro-Anne Steele helping people with a disability get behind the wheel

Ro-Anne Steele makes an immense difference in the lives of people living with a disability, increasing their confidence and independence — by teaching them how to drive.

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NDIS has 'failed' Aboriginal people with a disability

The Yoorrook Justice Commission, Victoria's first truth-telling inquiry, has heard how Indigenous people with a disability are not being adequately supported.

AAP

Helping migrants living with a disability now a large part of the Migrant Resource Centre's work

The Migrant Resource Centre has been helping Tasmania's newest arrivals for 40 years, but its work is rapidly evolving. Helping migrants living with a disability through the NDIS is becoming a large part of what the organisation does.

ABC News

Draven and Amy didn't always see sport as an option. Now they're helping others realise their dreams

Growing up, the concept of running never felt "humanly possible" to Amy Tobin. That all changed with one device.

ABC News

Perth family facing deportation as son's Down syndrome diagnosis deemed taxpayer burden

A young family from India who migrated to Perth faces deportation because their son Aaryan, who has Down syndrome, has been denied permanent residency.

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The New Daily

Alan Kohler: The superannuation tax increase is a dress rehearsal

Jim Chalmers has hit upon a clever way to seek an election mandate for superannuation tax increases but book the revenue straight away.

Newcastle Herald

Super tax hikes confirmed by Labor: What it means for you

The changes will apply to around 80,000 people

Newcastle Herald

Life Without Barriers needs to change its ways, but NDIS problems are system wide

Shortcomings at Life Without Barriers

The Conversation

Grattan on Friday: Defining superannuation's 'objective' should leave room for debate about its use for housing

The Albanese government is prodding the superannuation bear, which can be a dangerous beast when stirred.

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The Conversation

The NDIS promises lifelong support – but what about end-of-life support for people with disability?

Official estimates predict that by 2032, more than one million Australians will be supported by the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).

The Guardian - AU

Afternoon Update: Queensland admits bail reform ‘incompatible with human rights’; BHP profits slide; and Venice’s drying canals

State’s tough crackdown on youth crime draws criticism

The Guardian - AU

MP gives first speech to parliament – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU

Morning Mail: Biden’s surprise Ukraine visit, rates take shine off Labor, ‘gobblefunk’ row

US president promises more weapons for Kyiv; Guardian Essential poll shows voters think RBA is wrong on rates but also blame Albanese; another earthquake in Turkey

The Guardian - AU

‘We have to fight’: the over-65s challenging NDIS age exclusions

Exclusive: Plaintiffs in class action speak out against rules barring them from scheme based on age and area they lived

AAP

NIB profit up 12.8pct to $92m, but shares sink

NIB shares were down by double-digits after the health insurer missed earnings expectations for the first half and declined to give guidance.

Newcastle Herald

Hunter health fund NIB reports big lift in revenue and profits at its half-year results

Hunter health fund NIB posts strong half-yearly result and dividend increase

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