NDIS Updates
The NDIS is always evolving, and it’s not always easy to make sense of what those changes mean day‑to‑day.
This page brings the key updates together in one spot; short, clear and written to help you understand what’s new without the stress.
Keeping up with NDIS changes can feel like a full-time job. This page brings everything together in one place, from the latest updates to a history of past changes – so you always know where things stand. Each change links through to a full breakdown, written in plain language, no jargon.
Current and upcoming changes
Here’s what’s happening with the NDIS right now, and what’s coming down the track
Children to be moved from ECIS to Thriving Kids
Children with autism, developmental delay and other mild neurodivergent diagnosis onto a new co-funded imitative by the Australian federal and state government
dedicated information page coming soon
I-CAN Assessments
The I-CAN is a structured tool designed to assess a person’s support needs across 12 key areas, it will replace Functional Capacity Assessments and be used for access and reviews/renewals of NDIS plans
Check-in Calls
Unplanned calls to NDIS participants from NDIA planners on a private number framed as a quick check-in, that end up determining new plans
Notice of Impairments (s32BA)
From 1 January 2025, new NDIS plans will have information about how the person meets the access requirements, including the impairment category they are recognised under
dedicated information page coming soon
Changes can move quickly, we’ll keep this page updated so you’re never left guessing.
If we’ve missed an update let us know by emailing us at marketing@ignitehealthcare.com.au
Past updates
Funding periods (s33)
A funding period sets out when a part of someone’s NDIS budget becomes available, and how long it needs to last. It means you can use up to the amount allocated for that time period. Funding periods can apply to the whole plan or to specific parts of it.
FY 25-26 price guide reductions
Reducing the maximum rates providers can charge to rates from 6+ years ago, without accounting for inflation, leaving providers in difficult situations to just keep their doors open
Stated supports
When a support is stated, this means you can only spend your plan funds on the supports described. You can decide how you spend your funds on these supports, but you can’t use these funds for different supports.
Important Information
FAQ regarding NDIS legislation changes are available via the NDIS website.
This page is based on publicly available information and current guidance at the time of publishing.
NDIS policy and implementation processes can change, and further details may become available over time. For the most up-to-date advice about your individual circumstances, contact the NDIA directly or speak with your support team.
Our team is always happy to chat. Call us on 1800 446 448 or send through an enquiry and we’ll be in touch.