The Avoca Group

27/08/2026

Updated forms from NDIA for plan changes

NDIA have today published updated information on requesting a change to your plan. The Change of Circumstances form is gone and there are now two forms. There is a separate form for updating your name, pronouns or gender. At this stage I haven't been able to find a new form to update your contact details - it appears you need to contact NDIA directly to do this, which can be via the NDIS app/portal.

· Plan Reassessment Request form
· Plan Variation Request form

Please note the legislative amendments which commence today include limiting who can request a plan reassessment to:

· the participant
· the plan nominee
· if the participant is a child - the child representative
· the legal guardian.

https://www.ndis.gov.au/participants/changing-your-plan/ways-change-your-plan/how-ask-change-your-plan

https://www.ndis.gov.au/participants/changing-your-plan/ways-change-your-plan/how-update-your-name-pronouns-or-gender

If your situation changes, so can your plan.

22/08/2026

Absolutely brilliant explanation from Sam discussing crucial NDIS changes particularly for high support needs participants .
Very easy video to follow and understand

Reach out to Team Avoca should you have any questions or queries related to the new NDIS bill , Caroline will be happy to explain in more detail.

02/07/2026

Our wonderful new fun space ..

01/07/2026

Mandatory registration for Supported Independent Living (SIL) and digital platform providers has commenced today, 1 July 2026.

This means that every NDIS-funded SIL and platform provider must apply to register with the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission.

New SIL Practice Standards have also come into effect for SIL providers.

Together, these reforms strengthen safeguards, improve quality and consistency, and support participant-centred, rights-based outcomes across the NDIS.

Find out more about these reforms via the link (Reform Hub) in the comments.

04/06/2026

Love this !

17/05/2026

EXPERIENCED SUPPORT WORKERS
SIL HOUSES
Mount Barker, Littlehampton and Strathalbyn

The Avoca Group is growing again and
We need more amazing staff.

We currently have Supported Independent Living (SIL) homes located throughout the Adelaide Hills and Fleurieu, and with two new homes coming online, we are looking to expand our experienced team.

We are currently seeking:

• Experienced Support Workers with Complex and High Intensity Skill Sets

These roles involve supporting participants within SIL homes and include day shifts, passive/sleepover shifts, weekends, and ongoing rosters

While we understand that many support workers work across multiple jobs, we are looking for people who want regular rostered hours and are willing to commit to The Avoca Group and fantastic participants who we have the privilege to support.

We are looking for a team who have capacity to work over a 24/7 roster which includes passive nights and weekends

We are happy to offer permanent positions to attract the right people; however, if casual employment suits you better, have a chat to us.

We are looking for people who:

• Are reliable and dependable
• Have strong communication and teamwork skills
• Can work independently and use initiative
• Excellent critical thinking skills
• Understand that person-centred care is more than just a buzzword

If you are reading this and feel this role suits you, we would love to hear from you.

Desirable :
• Certificate III or IV in Disability, Individual Support, Mental Health or similar
• Experience working within SIL environments

Essential

• NDIS Worker Check
• Working With Children Check
• First Aid & CPR
• Driver’s Licence

Send CV to: [email protected]

22/04/2026

KEY DATES and INFO FROM PRESS CLUB

Legislation to be introduced with budget measures in 3 weeks to be active when passed, includes:

>provider registration for personal supports, daily living, and closed environments

>digital payment system

>commissioned providers for SIL and Support Coordination

>30% reduction in financial intermediaries - plan managers

>21% reduction in social and community participation in plans

>differentiated pricing for registered and unregistered providers (rumoured to be 20% reduction in price points for unregistered providers)

Once legislated these will need to have implementation design and roll outs - dates to TBC

New planning framework starts 1 April 2027

New eligibility criteria and assessments (which includes the removal of lists) from 1 January 2028 > expected to result in a reduction in participants from 760K to 600K