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Oct 2, 26

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A Guide to the Latest NDIS Changes

The NDIS is undergoing a range of changes over the coming years. Learn about the key updates, important dates and what they could mean for your NDIS plan, funding and claims.

Aug 27, 26

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Your NDIS Plan Manager Is Closing: What Happens Next?

Is your NDIS Plan Manager closing? Learn how to choose a new Plan Manager and make the transition as smooth as possible.

Aug 11, 26

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The Family-Owned Difference 

Choosing an NDIS plan manager is about more than processing invoices—it’s about trust, consistency and personal support. Discover how Aspect’s family-owned and independent approach keeps participants at the centre, combining personalised service, technology and secure systems to provide reliable plan management for the long term.

Jul 21, 26

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Understanding the Role of Your Plan Manager

Wondering whether a support is funded under your NDIS plan? Your plan manager can help interpret your plan and manage your funding but funding decisions are made by the NDIA. Learn what a plan manager can and can't do, when additional information may be required, and how we help ensure your claims are processed in line with NDIS requirements.

Jul 8, 26

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Important Update: New NDIS Pricing Schedule

The NDIA has introduced the 2026–27 NDIS Pricing Schedule, with automatic funding indexation for eligible plans. We're currently updating our systems to ensure your budgets are accurate.

Jun 19, 26

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New NDIA Checks on Older Claims: What You Need to Know

The NDIA is strengthening its review process for older NDIS claims, which may result in longer processing times for claims submitted months after supports are delivered.

Mar 9, 26

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Choosing the Right NDIS Provider – Effective Tips and A Mother’s Personal Journey with Autism Children

Finding the right NDIS provider starts with connection—because parents know their children best.

Jun 3, 25

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How to Choose the Right NDIS Provider

Choosing the right NDIS provider is about more than services—it’s about trust, connection, and finding the right fit for your life and goals.

Mar 11, 25

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Sensory Items and the NDIS: An Updated Guide

Many people don’t know that you can easily switch #NDIS plan managers. They also haven’t experienced a better service than what they have received to date. Here is a simple guide and what the process is for switching.

Oct 13, 23

Sensory items guide for NDIS participants

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Sensory Items and the NDIS: Your Quick Guide

Wondering if the NDIS covers #sensory equipment and disability related #toys? Playtime with finger puppets and balance boards can be fun for everyone, but it is especially important for people with sensory processing disorders. Thanks to proven benefits, you can use your NDIS budget to purchase sensory equipment. We're here to help you understand what sensory equipment is, how to access your NDIS funding, and how to purchase these items.

Jul 17, 23

Video series answering typical questions asked of NDIS plan managers

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Typical questions asked of us as NDIS plan managers.

Our plan manager Mary explores some of the common questions asked at Aspect Plan Management. Can I buy subscriptions and memberships with my NDIS funds? Can I buy phone, tablet, laptops [iphone/ipads] with my NDIS funds?

Jul 17, 23

Video series answering typical questions asked of NDIS plan managers

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Typical questions asked of us as NDIS plan managers.

Our plan manager Mary explores some of the common questions asked at Aspect Plan Management. Can I buy subscriptions and memberships with my NDIS funds? Can I buy phone, tablet, laptops [iphone/ipads] with my NDIS funds?

Sep 19, 25

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Easy to Use NDIS Invoice Template – Getting paid fast requires all the correct details.

Get your NDIS invoices right the first time with our simple, ready-to-use template.

Nov 20, 24

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CEO speaking at FinCrime Conference: Impact of NDIS legislation changes on billions in fraud.

Since the introduction of the new legislation as of 3 October 2024 (Amendments), what has been the real impact of the change in reducing fraud and waste. Are the people doing the right thing being punished and those committing fraud have been untouched or have worked around the changes.

Feb 21, 21

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Oct 2, 26

A lady on wheelchair looking out with a coffee in her hand

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A Guide to the Latest NDIS Changes

The NDIS is undergoing a range of changes over the coming years. Learn about the key updates, important dates and what they could mean for your NDIS plan, funding and claims.

Aug 27, 26

A group of professionals seated and smiling for group photo.

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Your NDIS Plan Manager Is Closing: What Happens Next?

Is your NDIS Plan Manager closing? Learn how to choose a new Plan Manager and make the transition as smooth as possible.

Aug 11, 26

Diverse group of young adults shaking hands in an office environment, depicting teamwork and collaboration

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The Family-Owned Difference 

Choosing an NDIS plan manager is about more than processing invoices—it’s about trust, consistency and personal support. Discover how Aspect’s family-owned and independent approach keeps participants at the centre, combining personalised service, technology and secure systems to provide reliable plan management for the long term.

Jul 21, 26

An office woman smiling and happily working at her desk

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Understanding the Role of Your Plan Manager

Wondering whether a support is funded under your NDIS plan? Your plan manager can help interpret your plan and manage your funding but funding decisions are made by the NDIA. Learn what a plan manager can and can't do, when additional information may be required, and how we help ensure your claims are processed in line with NDIS requirements.

Jul 8, 26

A kid holding and reading a book

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Important Update: New NDIS Pricing Schedule

The NDIA has introduced the 2026–27 NDIS Pricing Schedule, with automatic funding indexation for eligible plans. We're currently updating our systems to ensure your budgets are accurate.

Jun 19, 26

Two women, one in a wheelchair, engaging in a friendly meeting indoors.

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New NDIA Checks on Older Claims: What You Need to Know

The NDIA is strengthening its review process for older NDIS claims, which may result in longer processing times for claims submitted months after supports are delivered.

Jun 16, 26

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Understanding Your Consumer Rights as an NDIS Participant. Consumer watchdog calls out dodgy behaviour.

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has raised serious concerns about the exploitation of NDIS participants, with reports of providers advertising cruises and flights as NDIS-funded, refusing refunds, breaching contracts, and charging for services that were never delivered.

May 14, 26

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NDIS Changes Explained: What’s being proposed.

The NDIS Bill 2026 proposed on 14 May 2026 would reshape the scheme: • Access tests get stricter • Plan reviews become harder • Funding could be reduced by ministerial decision • Plans auto‑renew with fewer updates • Supports must link directly to impairment

Apr 30, 26

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How the latest changes to the NDIS affect you?

Federal Health Minister Mark Butler announced on 22 April 2026 proposed changes to the NDIS. How will these changes affect us?

Jun 3, 25

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How to Choose the Right NDIS Provider

Choosing the right NDIS provider is about more than services—it’s about trust, connection, and finding the right fit for your life and goals.

Mar 11, 25

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Sensory Items and the NDIS: An Updated Guide

Many people don’t know that you can easily switch #NDIS plan managers. They also haven’t experienced a better service than what they have received to date. Here is a simple guide and what the process is for switching.

Oct 13, 23

Sensory items guide for NDIS participants

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Sensory Items and the NDIS: Your Quick Guide

Wondering if the NDIS covers #sensory equipment and disability related #toys? Playtime with finger puppets and balance boards can be fun for everyone, but it is especially important for people with sensory processing disorders. Thanks to proven benefits, you can use your NDIS budget to purchase sensory equipment. We're here to help you understand what sensory equipment is, how to access your NDIS funding, and how to purchase these items.

Jul 15, 23

Online and app-based subscription services that may be NDIS funded

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Can I have online and app-based subscription services funded through my NDIS plan?

Recently there has been increased interest and recommendations for online and app-based subscriptions services to aid in therapy progression such as speech apps or mental health related services online. These can be funded by NDIS with certain conditions.

Dec 6, 22

NDIS fraud conference insights from an Aspect Plan Management CEO

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NDIS Fraud is costing billions. CEO delivers insights at a fraud & security conference.

CEO of Gobbill & Aspect Plan Management, Shendon Ewans spoke about NDIS fraud at the Transform Finance Conference (covering Anti-Money Laundering, Fraud, Technology Innovation & Security) 1st December 2022 Crowne Plaza Melbourne.

Jun 17, 21

Examples of low cost assistive technology (AT) funded under an NDIS plan

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