📢 From 2026, I-CAN will assess all over-16s in the NDIS. 🧾 Media release: everyaustraliancounts.com.au/eac/media-re... More from Dr George: www.linkedin.com/pulse/i-can-... #ProtectOurNDIS #EveryAustralianCounts

🚨 1,000+ people with disability, families and professionals have raised red flags about “Thriving Kids”. 🧩 70% say it’s unclear 🧩 80% fear reduced support 🧩 75% fear losing choice 🧩 Only 18% support the plan Read more: everyaustraliancounts.com.au/families-car... #ProtectOurNDIS

🧠 "The NDIS is the only system that recognises and funds our needs with dignity." New opinion from the Australian Psychosocial Disability Collective calls out what’s at risk in the reforms. 📖 Read and share: everyaustraliancounts.com.au/opinion/safe... #ProtectOurNDIS #EveryAustralianCounts

Koa Gibson needed 24/7 care. The NDIA cut her supports to just 3 hrs/week. Her mum begged for urgent help. They said no. Koa died days later. Short, inflexible funding periods must stop. This can’t happen again. 📰 www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article... #ProtectOurNDIS #EveryAustralianCounts

“People with disability are not numbers.” Dr George Taleporos in The Guardian on why trust and transparency must guide the new NDIS assessment model. 📖https://bit.ly/3KHKB7m #ProtectOurNDIS #EveryAustralianCounts

🚨 From 2026, all over-16s will be assessed with the I-CAN tool. Govt says it means fairness + less paperwork. But our community asks: ⚠️ Will it be cost-cutting? ⚠️ Who decides budgets? ⚠️ Will we see our full reports? Media release: everyaustraliancounts.com.au/eac/media-re... #ProtectOurNDIS

Need support navigating the NDIS? We’ve collected tools, services and templates to help you speak up, find support and get the info you need. Explore the hub: everyaustraliancounts.com.au/what-is-the-... #EveryAustralianCounts #ProtectOurNDIS #NDIS #DisabilitySupport

Last chance to share your views on the proposed Thriving Kids program. Many say the plans aren’t clear. We’re taking feedback to the Minister. Add your voice: forms.office.com/r/25rPc5MpjX #EveryAustralianCounts #ProtectOurNDIS

📣 The NDIA is making changes that affect how the NDIA decides funding for NDIS plans - and they want your feedback. 📝 Fill out the expression of interest here: forms.office.com/Pages/Respon... #EveryAustralianCounts #ProtectOurNDIS

Changes to NDIS rules mean your evidence - like your own written account and reports from your OT or GP - will no longer be considered. This petition calls on Parliament to fix that. 🖊️ Sign: www.aph.gov.au/e-petitions/... 📩 Confirm your signature by email. #ProtectOurNDIS

Only 7% of people who’ve taken our survey support Thriving Kids. We’re taking your feedback to government 👉 forms.office.com/r/25rPc5MpjX #EveryAustralianCounts #ProtectOurNDIS

117 people so far said they’ll share their story to help defend the NDIS. Will you join them? 👉 forms.office.com/r/25rPc5MpjX #EveryAustralianCounts #ProtectOurNDIS

Survey results say: 🔹 Keep choice and control 🔹 Stop the cuts 🔹 Make funding fair Add your voice 👉 forms.office.com/r/25rPc5MpjX #EveryAustralianCounts #ProtectOurNDIS

Our survey shows people are unsure, or worried, about Thriving Kids. We’re taking your feedback to government. 👉 forms.office.com/r/25rPc5MpjX #EveryAustralianCounts #ProtectOurNDIS

90% of our survey responses say people with disability and families must help shape the NDIS. That’s the bare minimum. 👉 forms.office.com/r/25rPc5MpjX #EveryAustralianCounts #ProtectOurNDIS #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs

300+ survey responses are worried about cuts to support for children. Help us push back 👉 forms.office.com/r/25rPc5MpjX #EveryAustralianCounts #ProtectOurNDIS

Top concern from the community so far: losing choice and control in the NDIS. Tell us what matters to you 👉 forms.office.com/r/25rPc5MpjX #EveryAustralianCounts #ProtectOurNDIS

ICYMI: New opinion piece on our website. Autistic kids don’t break the budget. Broken systems do. By Heidi La Paglia 👉 everyaustraliancounts.com.au/opinion/auti... #ProtectOurNDIS #EveryAustralianCounts #NDIS

79% of survey responses say the NDIS changes aren’t clear. We’re pushing for answers - add your voice 👉 forms.office.com/r/25rPc5MpjX #EveryAustralianCounts #ProtectOurNDIS

EAC Rec 12: No more top-down rules. Co-design with people with disability - always. everyaustraliancounts.com.au/wp-content/u... #ProtectOurNDIS #EveryAustralianCounts

EAC Rec 11: No one should have to take on the NDIS alone. Fund a national, independent advocacy service so people get the support they need to be heard. everyaustraliancounts.com.au/wp-content/u... #EveryAustralianCounts #ProtectOurNDIS

EAC Rec 10: No cuts without replacements. Foundational supports are nowhere to be seen - but people are being pushed out of the NDIS anyway. Hold off until real alternatives exist. everyaustraliancounts.com.au/wp-content/u... #EveryAustralianCounts #ProtectOurNDIS

EAC Rec 9: Stop the blame game between systems. People shouldn’t fall through the cracks because health, housing or education won’t take responsibility. Fix the interface. everyaustraliancounts.com.au/wp-content/u... #ProtectOurNDIS #EveryAustralianCounts

Big changes to the NDIS have been announced. We’ll take your feedback and questions straight to Minister Butler. Have your say 👉 forms.office.com/r/25rPc5MpjX #EveryAustralianCounts #ProtectOurNDIS

EAC Rec 8: The replacement process is failing. Participants are stuck in limbo, waiting for items they clearly need. It’s time to trust people to know what works for them. Scrap the process - or fix it properly. everyaustraliancounts.com.au/wp-content/u... #ProtectOurNDIS #EveryAustralianCounts

Opinion: Autistic children don’t break the budget. Broken systems do. The new “Thriving Kids” program signals major changes to how children access the NDIS. Heidi La Paglia challenges the myths & highlights what’s really putting pressure on the system. 📖 everyaustraliancounts.com.au/opinion/auti...

Rec 7: The Out List bans too many essentials - AAC apps, sensory aids, therapy, parenting supports, relocation costs, safety gear. These aren’t extras. They’re needs. Reinstate them now. everyaustraliancounts.com.au/wp-content/u... #ProtectOurNDIS #EveryAustralianCounts

1/2 Minister Butler just announced major NDIS changes - including a Thriving Kids program to support some children outside the scheme. 📖 Our explainer: everyaustraliancounts.com.au/minister-but... 📩 Comment or email [email protected] - we’ll take your views to the Minister. #NDIS

Rec 6: The Support Lists are confusing, inconsistent and often misapplied. We need clear rules, plain-language guides and proper training across the board. everyaustraliancounts.com.au/wp-content/u... #ProtectOurNDIS #EveryAustralianCounts

Rec 5: abolish the Out List. It’s causing confusion, delays and harm. If there are exclusions, they must be clear, rare, and co-designed. The current system is unjust. everyaustraliancounts.com.au/wp-content/u... #ProtectOurNDIS #EveryAustralianCounts

Rec 4: the NDIS must define “standard” by function. A smartwatch or tablet can be life-changing. It’s not about form - it’s about what helps. everyaustraliancounts.com.au/wp-content/u... #ProtectOurNDIS #EveryAustralianCounts

Rec 2: If lists are here to stay, they must only include what’s allowed - not ban what’s needed. An inclusion-only list keeps the NDIS fair, flexible and participant-led. The Out List must go. everyaustraliancounts.com.au/wp-content/u... #ProtectOurNDIS #EveryAustralianCounts

Rec 1: the NDIS must move to a principles-based model. That means ditching rigid lists and trusting participants to choose supports that meet their needs. This was the original promise - let’s get back to it. #ProtectOurNDIS #EveryAustralianCounts

EAC submitted our response to the government’s consultation on the NDIS Supports Rule. We’ve made 12 strong recommendations to fix it. This is about restoring choice and control for people with disability. Read the full submission: everyaustraliancounts.com.au/wp-content/u... #ProtectOurNDIS

🚨 Every Australian Counts is calling for urgent NDIS fixes. We’ve raised concerns about short plans, price changes and support cuts with the NDIA and Minister. Waiting on answers. ✍️ Share your story: [email protected] #ProtectOurNDIS #EveryAustralianCounts

🧾 548 responded to our NDIS Support Lists survey. 🔴 75% had problems with the new In and Out rules 🔴 88% say risks aren’t being assessed 🔴 58% said plan flexibility is gone 🔴 Over half already went without supports Read: 📖 everyaustraliancounts.com.au/eac/survey-r... #NDIS #ProtectOurNDIS

📢 Just out: New media release from Every Australian Counts. 🔴 88% say govt is NOT assessing the risks of the new NDIS support lists ⚠️ 75% already affected 💬 Real stories show what’s at stake We need flexibility, not rigid rules. 🔗 everyaustraliancounts.com.au/media-releas... #NDIS

📢 People feel shut out of the process - we want to change that. ✍️ Share your story: forms.office.com/r/N8H4hxGdmR Survey quotes: “Government isn’t consulting with people with disabilities…” “They don’t seem to care about the impacts…” #ProtectOurNDIS #EveryAustralianCounts

📢 People are unsure and anxious about how to use their funding safely. ✍️ Share your experience: forms.office.com/r/N8H4hxGdmR From our survey: “Too confusing and slow.” “Scared I’ll have to pay back money I can’t afford.” #ProtectOurNDIS #EveryAustralianCounts

📣 Extra barriers for regional and marginalised communities under Section 10. ✍️ Share your story: forms.office.com/r/N8H4hxGdmR Survey quotes: “It’s harder in a rural - regional area…” “I might not have a shower for over two years.” #ProtectOurNDIS #EveryAustralianCounts

📢 NDIS participants are sharing the impact of Section 10. ✍️ Add your voice: forms.office.com/r/N8H4hxGdmR From the survey: “Decline in mental health and unable to access extra services…” “Will not be able to achieve my goals…” #ProtectOurNDIS #EveryAustralianCounts

📣 We’re surveying the community about the NDIS “In and Out” lists. ✍️ Share your experience: forms.office.com/r/N8H4hxGdmR Half say they’ve lost flexibility. Quotes from the survey: “Plan flexibility has gone. Supports I need are on the ‘Out’ list.” #ProtectOurNDIS

NEW: “It’s not just about therapy. It’s about the future of the NDIS.” Muriel Cummins on what the response to proposed therapy cuts really means and why the community is speaking up. Read more: everyaustraliancounts.com.au/opinion/comm... #EveryAustralianCounts #ProtectOurNDIS

📣 Big changes to how NDIS funding is delivered. Participants now receive funding in “periods” - often without clear info or support. We’ve joined 30+ orgs calling for urgent improvements. Read the joint statement: 🔗 everyaustraliancounts.com.au/joint-statem... #EAC #ProtectOurNDIS

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Help power the campaign for a fairer NDIS. Every Australian Counts is community-led and community-funded. Donations over $2 are tax deductible. Donate now: everyaustraliancounts.com.au/donate/ #EveryAustralianCounts #ProtectOurNDIS

New Section 10 rules are already shaping what the NDIS funds. Some participants are seeing changes to supports or funding decisions. We’re preparing a submission to government and want to hear your experience. Survey: forms.office.com/r/N8H4hxGdmR #ProtectOurNDIS #EveryAustralianCounts

📣 Get paid $90 to share your experience with the NDIS! Join a 90-min online focus group to talk about future changes. No prep needed – just your honest feedback. Spots are limited. Register now: forms.office.com/r/8Cr3W6jkFB #NDIS #EveryAustralianCounts #EAC

📢 New on the EAC site: A Day in the Life of an SRS Resident A powerful reflection on life in insecure housing and why choice and control over where we live and how we are supported is so important for NDIS participants. 👉 Read now: everyaustraliancounts.com.au/opinion/a-da... #NDIS

📢 New NDIS Ministers announced ✅ Mark Butler MP – Minister for Health and Ageing, Disability and the NDIS ✅ Senator Jenny McAllister – Minister for the NDIS We’ll be asking what they plan to achieve - and how they’ll support PwD. 👉 Read more: everyaustraliancounts.com.au/eac/new-mini... #NDIS