In this weeks episode we discuss the latest on Section 33 changes and the updates to Foundational Supports. To access the free webinar head to https://www.verveotlearning.com.au/ndis-insights-unpacking-changes-to-ndis-section-33

In this episode of OT Unplugged, we dive headfirst into the sweeping changes triggered by Section 33 of the NDIS Act, which came into effect on May 19. These changes have introduced locked funding periods within participant plans, meaning OTs and providers can no longer rely on full plan budgets being accessible up front. Instead, budgets are now broken into quarterly allocations, and unspent funds can only roll forward—not backward. The result? Increased admin, reduced therapy flexibility, and serious disruption to how assessments and supports are delivered.

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Show Links

The Australian Neurodivergent Parents Association - https://sites.google.com/view/theanpa/home?authuser

National Best Practice Framework for Early Childhood Intervention information session -https://events.humanitix.com/national-best-practice-framework-for-early-childhood-intervention-information-session?hxchl=mkt-hme

Don't forget to book your tickets!!

PERTH Networking Drinks 14 May 2025 - https://www.trybooking.com/DAEDQ

MELBOURNE Networking Drinks 20 May 2025 - https://www.trybooking.com/DBAWQ

ADELAIDE Networking Drinks 24 June 2025 - https://www.trybooking.com/DAIQD

Podcast Link - https://commongrounddisability.substack.com/p/surviving-stated-supports-and-section

Don't forget to book your tickets!!

PERTH Networking Drinks 14 May 2025 - https://www.trybooking.com/DAEDQ

MELBOURNE Networking Drinks 20 May 2025 -  https://www.trybooking.com/DBAWQ

ADELAIDE Networking Drinks 24 June 2025 - https://www.trybooking.com/DAIQD

We hope to see you at one of the Networking Events

Click on the link below to book!

PERTH 14 May 2025 - https://www.trybooking.com/DAEDQ

ADELAIDE 24 June 2025 https://www.trybooking.com/DAIQD

Daily Mail article https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/nrl/article-14525417/Wife-reveals-harrowing-reality-living-former-rugby-league-player-battling-CTE-dementia.html

Youtube Video Story on Trevor Crow - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pjV3WAWKFKg&t=5s

This week we discuss the ART of War: Fighting for What’s Reasonable & Necessary

Links for Show notes –

This week we discuss Scallop Pies, ATSA Highlights & A Toast to Strong Women following International Women's Day. Please see links below as discussed during this episode:

National Assistance Card - https://www.nationalassistancecard.com.au

KISA phone - https://kisa.com.au

Tochie Smart Speaker - https://homelifetech.com.au/products/tochie-smart-speaker

Studio 10 Segment - https://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/parenting/mothers-can-get-what-they-want-when-they-return-to-work/news-story