Commonwealth Budget 2026-27

Commonwealth Budget 2026-27

We made a submission to the Commonwealth Government ahead of the federal budget for the 2026-2027 financial year. While they are still working on the budget before announcing  it in May, we urged them to invest more in disability advocacy and supports for people with...
2025 Review of the Disability Standards for Education

2025 Review of the Disability Standards for Education

The Disability Standards for Education were designed to clarify the obligations of education providers under the Disability Discrimination Act 1992 (DDA) and to give practical effect to Australia’s commitments under the CRPD, particularly Article 24 on inclusive...
NDIS Supports Rules

NDIS Supports Rules

QAI made a submission to the Department of Social Service’s consultation on the NDIS Supports Rules. The transitional NDIS Support rules have reduced flexibility and choice and control for participants. They have made some people with disability fearful to...
Assistance Animal National Principles

Assistance Animal National Principles

QAI made a submission to the Department of Social Services regarding proposed Assistance Animal National Principles. There is great confusion within the Australian community as to what constitutes an assistance animal and what the rights are of people with disability...