Changes to Disability Support in Australia
Introduction
The Australian government is changing the National Disability Insurance Scheme. This program is called the NDIS. The government wants to spend less money. They want to change who can get help.
Main Body
Minister Mark Butler wants to slow the growth of the NDIS. By 2030, the government wants 600,000 people in the program. Before, they thought there would be 900,000 people. In 2028, the government will use a new test. This test looks at what a person can do every day. It does not only look at a doctor's note. The government says this stops bad companies from taking money. But some state leaders are worried. They say the states will have to pay more money. Some states do not have enough workers or buildings for this care. Doctors also worry. They say the new test is too simple for some people. The government will give 10 billion dollars to the states for basic help. Many families are scared. They do not know if they will still get their special care.
Conclusion
The government wants to save money and still help people. The plan will work if the government and the states work together. They must make sure poor and sick people still get help.