NDIS changes undermine choice, Tasmanian advocates say, as independent assessments approach

Adam Holmes
April 14 2021 - 4:00am
Tasmanian disability advocate Jane Wardlaw says upcoming changes to NDIS assessments are causing concern in the community.
Tasmanian disability advocate Jane Wardlaw says upcoming changes to NDIS assessments are causing concern in the community.

Tasmanian disability advocates fear that a government push to use independent assessments to determine NDIS eligibility will restrict access and undermine the intent of the scheme.

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Adam Holmes

Adam Holmes

Journalist at The Examiner and Advocate, Tasmania

From Adelaide to south-west Victoria, Bendigo to Tasmania, I've provided in-depth stories in politics, environmental affairs, issues facing disadvantaged communities, legal affairs and much more. Contact me at adam.holmes@examiner.com.au or on Twitter at @adamholmes010

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