The Thriving Kids program began rolling out on 1 October 2026. It offers early supports for children aged 8 and under with developmental delay or autism who have low to moderate support needs, outside the NDIS. This guide explains who the Thriving Kids program is for, how it differs from the NDIS and what it…
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From 1 December 2026, the time to make a claim for NDIS supports falls from two years to 90 days after the support is delivered. The NDIS 90-day claim rule affects participants, plan managers and providers, and it matters most if invoices tend to arrive late. This guide explains what is changing and what you…
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From 1 October the NDIS budget changes 2026 begin, these changes will reduce the budget allocated to two categories of support: social, civic and community participation, and capacity building daily activities. These changes are part of the Securing the NDIS for Future Generations reforms passed by Parliament in August 2026. This guide explains what is…
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If you’re an NDIS participant or a support provider, understanding what goes into a valid invoice is more important than it might seem. Incomplete or incorrect invoices are one of the most common reasons payments get delayed and no one wants to be chasing up paperwork when supports are already being delivered. As your plan…
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Receiving your NDIS plan for the first time – or even after several reviews – can feel overwhelming. Your plan uses specialist terminology, lists support categories and line items without always explaining what they mean, and presents budget figures without much context for how to actually use them day to day. This guide walks through…
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The NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits – commonly referred to as the Price Guide – sets the maximum amount that can be charged for any NDIS-funded support. Providers cannot charge above these limits, however they can charge less if they wish to. As your plan manager, we check every invoice against the current Price…
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Your NDIS plan is not a single pool of money you can spend however you like. It is divided into distinct support categories, each covering different types of supports and each operating under its own rules about what can be funded and how flexible your money is within it. Every support or service funded in your plan…
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In June 2026, the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) announced that there would be increased integrity checks on claims submitted 6 months or more after a support is delivered. Key takeaways From 16 July 2026 claims submitted more than 6 months after a support will be subject to additional checks by the NDIA. This applies…
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In June 2026 the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) announced new claiming and registration requirements for all Supported Independent Living (SIL) providers that will take effect from 1 July 2026. These changes will directly affect whether plan managers like Orange are able to continue paying certain invoices for SIL supports. Update – 1 October 2026:…
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As a new NDIS participant, one of the first decisions you may face is how you want your funding managed. There are three funding management options: Self-management – you manage your own plan Plan management – a plan manager like Orange manages your plan) NDIA management – the NDIA manages your plan Each management option…
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