Senator PAYMAN (Western Australia, AV) raised significant concerns regarding the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) during the proceedings on 29 October 2025. He outlined critical issues faced by Australians with disabilities, specifically highlighting difficulties in accessing services resulting from recent changes in pricing arrangements and cuts to travel allowances for regional participants.
Key points from Senator Payman’s statements include:
- Financial Struggles of Providers: He stated that many therapy providers are experiencing financial instability, with about 60% running at a loss. This situation has detrimental effects on the availability of therapy services for participants.
- Government Critique: Senator Payman criticized the government for its failure to create a sustainable NDIS framework amidst concerns about fraud and its overall impact on vulnerable participants. He emphasized the urgent need for the government to support service providers and implement long-term sustainable solutions.
On the topic of the NDIS sustainability and provider support, Senator McALLISTER (New South Wales, ALP) responded to Senator Payman’s inquiries by referencing recommendations from an independent pricing committee. She indicated that the NDIS board is focused on ensuring prices remain fair and sustainable, expressing the government’s commitment to improving support access for people with disabilities.
Furthermore, the broader discourse extended to the need for enhanced oversight of the NDIS and better financial stability for service providers to ensure quality support for Australians with disabilities. Senator PAYMAN reiterated the importance of making structural changes to benefit participants and service providers in the NDIS landscape (Pages 38, 52).
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