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The latest update to how NDIS funding is structured landed with little warning and a lot of confusion. Plans can now include short and mixed funding periods, meaning your funding might be released in stages and on different timelines. Understanding how this all works is going to be key, so we’ve broken it down for you.
Support workers help NDIS participants live more independently and stay connected to their community. This article shares what support workers do, how they help with everyday tasks, and what to look for when choosing the right one for you
Occupational Therapists play a key role in helping NDIS participants build independence and reach their goals. This article explores how OTs assess needs, support daily living, and work with your care team to create meaningful outcomes.
Support Coordinators help you get the most out of your NDIS plan. From finding providers to managing budgets and navigating changes, this article explains what they do, the different levels of support coordination, and how to find the right fit for your needs.
Not sure how to manage your NDIS funding? Learn how a Plan Manager can take care of the financial side of your plan while giving you the freedom to choose your providers. This article breaks down what plan management is and how to choose the right provider.
Discover how Local Area Coordinators (LACs) support NDIS participants from the very beginning of their journey. This article explains what LACs do, how they help with applications, plan reviews, and connecting you to local services.
We recently wrapped up our annual community survey, and wow, did we learn a lot from our members! Between February and March 2025, our NDIS participant and carer community shared their experiences, challenges, and dreams with us. Their insights are invaluable and paint a vivid picture of the current state of the NDIS.
The 2025 Kinora Member Survey report found that peer support is instrumental in helping participants navigate the gauntlet that is the NDIS bureaucracy. Read further insights in the newly released report.
Share first and ask for referrals later. You can build strong NDIS referral networks by leading with service. Read further to get some inspiration on how to make impact and build trust, and referrals.
As part of the "Getting the NDIS Back on Track" Bill No. 1, released on October 3, 2024, impairment notices were introduced. So, what exactly is an impairment notice? It's a document given to NDIS participants that outlines the specific types of impairments they're receiving funding for. In this blog, we'll dive into what an impairment notice is, how it might affect you, and what you can do to prepare.
There are five elements of NDIS business that providers can’t ignore. But nail these elements and whatever changes come your way will be much more manageable.
In this article, we'll highlight some of the major NDIS changes from the past year. These are just a few updates, and be ready… there’s much more on the horizon. So whether you're a participant figuring out how these changes affect your plan, or a provider figuring out where your services now fit, understanding these updates is essential.
Lanny, one of our amazing community members, has put together a list of ideas to help us prepare for the potential loss of support coordination funding. This list is not just about preparing for future changes, it's also incredibly useful for anyone who currently doesn’t have support coordinator funding in their plan.
Bias can be a big hurdle for people with disabilities when looking for a job, and it can show up in many different ways throughout the job search (or even after you nab that role).
Facing bias can be challenging, but there are ways to handle it and advocate for yourself or your loved one. We’ve put together some strategies and scripts to help you at different points on your job search to both help identify and counter it.
We’ve compiled some of the different ways you might be able to use your plan to help you get involved in sports and recreational activities. Because the NDIS is there to bridge the gap, and support you to live the life that you want.
Downloadable Worksheets
Capacity Building Brainstorm worksheet for Service Providers
The NDIS Service Provider Toolkit - a collection of all of Kinoras Provider resources
Use this worksheet to write down what helps you most during tough times. For each emotion, note three things that bring you comfort or calm.
Whether you’re facing a challenging day or just want to maintain a positive mindset, this worksheet is here to help you focus on the good and nurture your mental wellness.
It can all come down to how you respond to feedback; the good, the bad and the ugly. Follow this checklist to get you through.
Scams are everywhere, so it's vital to know how to spot them to protect yourself and your personal info. By learning these warning signs and what to do, you'll feel more confident staying safe and savvy against scams.
This tool is designed to help you record your assistance needs over three days. Keep it handy and note down whenever you need support with something throughout your day, use extra sheets if you need more space. This will give the NDIS a clear snapshot of your daily support needs.
A SWOT Analysis is a great tool to help you gain
insight into the internal and external factors that influence oyur NDIS business. Work through the worksheet here and share your insights in the Kinora Providers Only channel.
Preparation is the key to confidence in your NDIS plan reassessment meeting, and will help make sure your plan truly reflects your needs and goals. Complete this worksheet six weeks before your plan end date to gain clarity on shaping your next plan, empowering you to confidently respond to any questions from your planner.
Adapted for the NDIS marketplace, work out the real value of your services with this Kinora worksheet. Figure out who your customers are, what services they need from you to solve their problems and how you stepping in benefits them.
Many service providers require you to sign a consent form before they begin their service. These forms can sometimes be filled with confusing jargon, so this worksheet is here to simplify the process and help you consider the key points.
Advocating for yourself can be powerful. It means speaking up when you need to. This worksheet is here to help you have those important conversations. Sometimes, it's not easy, but with this tool, you can plan what to say and feel more confident.
If you need to make a decision - big or small - this worksheet can help you understand how you would like to be supported. Think about your needs, preferences, and challenges, and make sure your choices reflect your values and goals.
This is a visual guide to your trusted allies and the resources available to you. Fill it out with care and turn to it when you need support.
Plans created on the new PACE platform will be slightly different, so our fact sheet breaks down the different support categories that may be included in yours, to guide you in what could be funded.
Webinar Replays
In this webinar you'll get to know the key people who can help you along your NDIS journey, as we dive into what they each do and how you can reach out to them.
Whether you're a participant, carer, applying to the NDIS, or a service provider new to the sector, this session will help you understand your support system better, know exactly where to go for help, and feel more confident navigating the NDIS.
In this webinar, we go through the requirements and obligations that an NDIS Service Provider must manage to operate within the NDIS space.
In this webinar, we go through the updated NDIS access and eligibility requirements, and the process of applying to become an NDIS participant.
We take a look at some of the common challenges people come up against when trying to become an NDIS participant, and some things that you might be able to try to help overcome them. We also run through the next steps if and when you are accepted onto the NDIS.
2024 is drawing to a close and NDIS participants, their families and service providers are left with open questions, concerns and some trepidation as to what their future could hold. Join us as we speak with Jane Kittel, CEO of My Plan Manager Group, for her insights on the year that was.
Jane shares real human stories from the frontline, reflections on the changes and events of 2024, and a perspective of what 2025 might hold.
Compulsory registration for NDIS businesses - what that means for your business in terms of day-to-day impact, financial investment and considerations for the future.
Kinora speaks to Angela Harvey from Supporting Potential about the audit and registration process for smaller NDIS businesses and all the things they need to consider during this time of change.
Are you curious about how your NDIS plan or Disability Employment Services can support your employment journey? Whether you’re re-entering the workforce, job hunting for the first time, transitioning from school, or exploring volunteering, this empowering session is for you!
Wayne Phipps became Australia's third ever Paralympian to compete in judo when he represented the country at the Tokyo Paralympic Games in 2020. We sat down with Wayne to hear his story and the lessons we can take away from it.
Our expert panelists include an exercise scientist and an osteopath working in multidisciplinary allied health organisations. Watch the webinar to get tips on getting moving and keeping active.
This webinar aims to empower NDIS participants and their families with the knowledge and tools to protect themselves and their NDIS funding from scams and fraudulent activities. We look at practical tips to safeguard yourself, understanding the latest scam tactics, and different avenues for support.
When it comes to seeking support from the NDIS, showing proof is really important. Whether you're just starting your application or you want to access different services in your plan, having evidence makes a big difference. But figuring out what evidence is going to help you get the best outcome, and how to get it, can be tough.
The Kinora team were joined by Angela Harvey of Supporting Potential to talk about feedback mechanisms for NDIS Service Providers.
The Kinora team were joined by Bessi Graham of Benefit Capital to discuss how we define ‘Success’ as a Service Provider business in the NDIS industry.
In this webinar we dive into the world of NDIS housing options, including Supported Independent Living (SIL), Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA), and Individualised Living Options (ILO). We look at what each of the options means, who might be eligible for them in their NDIS plan, and how the funding is changing under the new NDIS computer system, PACE.
Together with our special guest NDIS expert, Sally Coddington, Principal Consultant at DSC, in this webinar we look at ways for NDIS service providers to fortify their business, while integrating PACE and it’s principles into their everyday business operations.
Together with our special guest NDIS expert, Sally Coddington, Principal Consultant at DSC, in this webinar is all about demystifying the NDIS plan change process and to get you acquainted with the new NDIS computer system, called PACE.
Latest NDIS News Updates
In this webinar, we go through the requirements and obligations that an NDIS Service Provider must manage to operate within the NDIS space.
Share first and ask for referrals later. You can build strong NDIS referral networks by leading with service. Read further to get some inspiration on how to make impact and build trust, and referrals.
2024 is drawing to a close and NDIS participants, their families and service providers are left with open questions, concerns and some trepidation as to what their future could hold. Join us as we speak with Jane Kittel, CEO of My Plan Manager Group, for her insights on the year that was.
Jane shares real human stories from the frontline, reflections on the changes and events of 2024, and a perspective of what 2025 might hold.
In this article, we'll highlight some of the major NDIS changes from the past year. These are just a few updates, and be ready… there’s much more on the horizon. So whether you're a participant figuring out how these changes affect your plan, or a provider figuring out where your services now fit, understanding these updates is essential.
Compulsory registration for NDIS businesses - what that means for your business in terms of day-to-day impact, financial investment and considerations for the future.
Kinora speaks to Angela Harvey from Supporting Potential about the audit and registration process for smaller NDIS businesses and all the things they need to consider during this time of change.
Compassion fatigue in caring sectors is a huge challenge - who cares for you when you care so much about everyone else? You do!
We've put together some tips and ideas to help you manage the emotional load of your work and caring for others.
AI tools are changing the way we do business - even in the NDIS space. But it doesn't just come down to knowing how to wield this new power, it's also knowing when to be cautious and where the boundaries are in terms of quality, compliance and privacy.
Building trust is key to becoming a service provider of choice for NDIS Participants. Here are 10 strategies you can use to develop that trust.
Building connections that matter: Networking for NDIS business growth; we were joined by Karen Lorenzon of KonnectFEST and Sam Messinis from NDSP Plan Managers.
Watch the video replay below where we cover:
How to make a start at networking even if you're new to the sector
How to avoid networking mistakes and make the best impression
The major Business to Customer and Business to Business events in the NDIS sector, who goes and what to expect.
Tips and tricks on how to get the best out of your networking efforts
10 ways any NDIS Service Provider can get and keep the attention of potential clients - NDIS marketing for any service provider.
10 Places you may not have already looked for your next NDIS client. Let us know in the Kinora Providers Only channel where you’ve been the most successful in expanding your client base.
What do you do when your already hard job gets that much harder? Do you have processes and checklists to lean on in times of stress? Check out our process list for when things hit the fan.
If your business is technology enabled or dependent, you are exposed to a high risk of cyber security threat and data breaches. Your information, when being collected, stored and transferred, and the information of your customers and stakeholders is vulnerable to hackers who recognise the value of things like:
Personal information, including employees
Sensitive business information and intellectual property
Customer lists and their personal and sensitive information
Supplier details
Credit card and banking details.
There are multiple risks by not ensuring your business is cyber-secure; no matter how small and there are also quality, low-investment resources and tools out there to assist.
The Kinora team were joined by Angela Harvey of Supporting Potential to talk about feedback mechanisms for NDIS Service Providers.
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