QDN Policy E-News Wednesday 19 August 2026

Announcement NDIS Amendment Bill (Securing the NDIS for Future Generations) passes On 14 August, the Senate Community Affairs Legislation Committee released its final report following its inquiry into the NDIS Amendment (Securing the NDIS for Future Generations) Bill 2026.The NDIS Amendment Bill passed the Senate last night 18 August, with some changes. This follows months … Read More

E-News Tuesday 4 August 2026

E-News Tuesday 4 August 2026 https://youtu.be/YYAd0VIcoCU Have Your Say New Public Consultations   NDIS Community Forum – Testing the New Way of Planning   The NDIA is hosting an online forum on19 August 2026 from 11am to 12pm to provide information about how they are testing the new way of planning. The forum will discuss:   What testing is and … Read More

QDN Policy E-News Wednesday 22 July 2026

Have your say Public Consultation on Volunteering in Queensland (Closes soon) Volunteering plays a critical role in the lives of people with disability, as well as the broader community. Not only does volunteering provide a meaningful experience and opportunity for social interaction, but it can also help people develop skills that provide pathways to paid … Read More

E-News Thursday 9 July 2026

E-News Thursday 9 July 2026 https://youtu.be/HzxksQrBoCs Have Your Say New Public Consultations   Consultation on the Second Action Plan (National Plan to End Violence against Women and Children 2022-2032)  The Australian Government has announced a consultation for the Second Action Plan (National Plan to End Violence against Women and Children 2022-2032). The action plan will be focused on five key areas:  … Read More

QDN Policy E-News Wednesday 17 June 2026

Have Your Say Consultation for Assessing Fitness to Drive Standards    Consultation is now open for the review of the 2022 Edition of the Assessing Fitness to Drive Standards. This consultation aims to create a nationally consistent basis for assessing and managing fitness to drive for people with medical conditions or functional limitations. It will also provide an opportunity to give feedback on issues, opportunities for improvement … Read More

E-News Thursday 4 June 2026

https://youtu.be/NK1NYSGzOmY QDN Engagement  National Reconciliation Week   QDN hosted an event to celebrate National Reconciliation Week (NRW) 2026 and the theme of “All In”.   Indigenous leaders and non-indigenous leaders from across the disability sector came together to hear from amazing speakers and connect with others at this important event.   QDN recognises and celebrates the important role that First Nations people … Read More

QDN Policy E-News Friday 22 May 2026

Have Your Say NDIS Amendment (Securing the NDIS for Future Generations) Bill  The Australian Government has announced a consultation for the NDIS Amendment (Securing the NDIS for Future Generations) Bill 2026. The consultation will run until Friday 29 May with a report due to be released on Tuesday 16 June.   To access a summary of … Read More

E-News Thursday 7 May 2026

https://youtu.be/BjcSKzvnL8Q Key Updates  Minister Butler’s announcements 22 April 2026  QDN recognises that the recent announcements outline a significant set of reforms that will have impact on the everyday supports people with disability need to live and be part of their communities. This includes supports that enable people to get to work, attend appointments, and maintain connections with … Read More

QDN Policy E-News Tuesday 21 April 2026

Have Your Say Epilepsy in Australia Inquiry The Community Affairs References Committee currently has an open inquiry into epilepsy in Australia. The inquiry is seeking feedback on: Challenges to being diagnosed and receiving treatment Impact of drug-resistant epilepsy on the lives and finances pf Australians Community awareness of epilepsy and treatments Barriers in receiving support post diagnosis … Read More

E-News Friday 10 April

QDN Engagement QDN Emerging Leaders Program Launch Now in its sixth year, QDN’s Emerging Leaders program started strong with 2026 participants gathering from around Queensland for day one of the program. QDN’s Emerging Leaders program is focused on building the leadership credentials of people with disability to lead and influence change in their own lives and … Read More