Melba Support Services welcomes Human Rights Commission call to Australia Government to “hit pause” on NDIS reform Bill
August 6, 2026
Melba Support Services acknowledges the concerns raised by the Australian Human Rights Commission regarding the proposed NDIS reforms. Read our full statement
Your home, your choice, your voice
August 5, 2026
Everyone has the right to have a say about where they live, who they live with, and what makes a house feel like home. The Melbourne Disability Institute is inviting young people with disability aged 18 to 34 in regional and rural Australia to share their experiences and ideas about housing. Your voice can help shape the future of housing by taking part in a relaxed one hour online conversation about what home means to you, what’s working well and what could be better.
What proposed changes to Supported Independent Living could mean
August 4, 2026
The Australian Government is asking people what they think about possible changes to Supported Independent Living, often called SIL. No decision has been made yet. The government is in the consultation stage, which means it is listening, gathering information and looking at different options.
Plain English summary of proposed NDIS reforms
July 28, 2026
Plain English summary of the proposed National Disability Insurance Scheme Amendment Bill 2026 that aims to secure the NDIS for future generations by slowing growth and reducing fraud. It introduces significant changes affecting access, funding, and plan management.
What is social, economic and community participation
July 28, 2026
Being part of a community matters. It can mean catching up with friends, going to a local event, joining a group, volunteering, learning a new skill, going to work, or simply getting out and doing the everyday things other people may take for granted.
What funding for improving daily living skills means
July 27, 2026
Improved Daily Living funding can help people build skills, keep doing the things that matter to them, and get the right professional support around them. This article explains what this funding can cover, why it matters for people with complex needs, and what can happen when funding is reduced.
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Melba Support Services acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises First Peoples’ continuing connection to lands, waters, and community. We pay our respects to Elders past and present who carry the memories, traditions, cultures, and aspirations of First Peoples, and who forge the path ahead for future leaders.