QDN Policy E-News Thursday 22 October 2026

E-News | 22 October 2026 Announcement QDN Update – 2026 Notice of Annual General Meeting   QDN members should have received an email with important information on the 2026 Annual General Meeting scheduled to be held on Saturday 31 October 2026 from 10am – 2pm AEST at Brisbane City Hall in the Sherwood Room. Members will … Read More

E-News Friday 9 October 2026

E-News 9 October 2026 https://youtu.be/tOYr4pEVLHM QDN Update – 2026 Notice of Annual General Meeting   QDN members should by now have received an email with important information on the 2026 Annual General Meeting scheduled to be held on Saturday 31 October 2026 at Brisbane City Hall in the Sherwood Room. Members will also be able to … Read More

QDN Policy E-News Tuesday 22 September 2026

Announcement Changes to the NDIS  The Australian Government is seeking feedback on three proposed changes to the NDIS. These changes could affect how people access the NDIS, how their plans are developed and how they receive support coordination.  1. New Framework Planning and NDIS Supports Consultation   Have your say on how your support needs are … Read More

E-News Monday 14 September 2026

E-News Monday 14 September 2026 https://youtu.be/ML7Ar38E2nA Have Your Say New Public Consultations New Framework Planning and NDIS Supports Consultation   Do you want to have your say about the NDIS New Framework Planning and NDIS Supports?   The Federal Government has announced the opening of a consultation that will give you the chance to have your say … 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