Bi-Monthly Update – January 2019 From the Chairperson Welcome to 2019 and the first edition of the E-bulletin for the year. I hope that members and supporters enjoyed the festive season and ready for a big year ahead. This year is going to be busy and an important year for the voice of Queenslanders with … Read More
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E-Blast: ILC Investment Strategy
Member Update: ILC Investment Strategy The ILC Investment Strategy was released 20th December 2018. The strategy is based on the foundation principles outlined in the
E-Blast: The Public Advocate 2018 Report and Summary
E-Blast: The Public Advocate 2018 Report and Summary This year the work of the Public Advocate has primarily focused on: the aged care sector, with a particular focus on the use of unregulated restrictive practices and elder abuse; monitoring aspects of the operation of the mental health system and the Mental Health Review Tribunal and the … Read More
Bi-monthly Update – November 2018
Bi-monthly Update – November 2018 From the Chairperson As QDN’s Chairperson, I would like to congratulate QDN members, Board of Directors, staff and supporters on our very successful AGM. Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed at the 2018 AGM with our highest number of attendees to date.
Member Update: Have your say – Reshaping the Disability Services Act 2006
Member Update: Have your say – Reshaping the Disability Services Act 2006 As Queensland transitions to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), the Queensland Government are reviewing the Disability Services Act 2006 to ensure there are laws in place to reflect the changing landscape of how supports for people with disability are funded and delivered across Australia.
Bi-monthly Update – September 2018
Bi-monthly Update – September 2018 From the Chairperson I start my report this month with an acknowledgement to Mike Duggan. Mike passed away on 24 September, peacefully at his home but unexpectedly. Mike made significant contributions to a number of organisations during his life, including Community Resource Unit, Queensland Advocacy Incorporated, Lifestyle Options,
Every Australian Counts Make it Work: NDIS forums in Queensland during September
Every Australian Counts Make it Work: NDIS forums in Queensland during September Every Australian Counts Campaign is partnering with National Disability Services (NDS) to roll out forums across Australia to re-engage with local MPs and seek their support to address NDIS issues.
Bi-monthly Update July 2018
Bi-monthly Update July 2018 From the Chairperson The annual fanfare associated with the month of June means State budget time, and the 2018-2019 Queensland State Budget was handed down by the Palaszczuk Government. QDN, as one of 14 Community Services Peaks was part of the organisations hosting the Budget Breakfast organised by QCOSS at the … Read More
Member Update: NDIA information about the latest Price Guide
Member Update: NDIA information about the latest Price Guide QDN is updating members about information the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) has released about the latest Price Guide, which will come into effect as of 1 July 2018. The Price Guide is a summary of the NDIS price limits and controls. It is designed to … Read More
Member Update: NDIA information on latest Price Guide
Member Update: NDIA information on latest Price Guide QDN is updating members about information the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) has released about the latest Price Guide, which will come into effect as of 1 July 2018.