Name: NDIS and the Law: Interview with Natalie Wade, Equality Lawyers by Summer Foundation
Duration: 44 min 52 s
Description: On this episode of Reasonable & Necessary, Dr George speaks with disability rights lawyer Natalie Wade, about NDIS appeals, the NDIS Review and her nationally televised speech on the ABC.

On this episode of Reasonable & Necessary, Dr George speaks with disability rights lawyer Natalie Wade, about NDIS appeals, the NDIS Review and her nationally televised speech on the ABC.

NDIS and the Law: Interview with Natalie Wade, Equality Lawyers

On this episode of Reasonable & Necessary, Dr George meets with Disability Discrimination Commissioner Rosemary Kayess. They chat about her fight for disability rights on the world stage and what she thinks about changes to the NDIS back home. They also cover the disability Royal Commission and the Disability Discrimination Act.
 
Rosemary calls for minimum accessibility standards for all new housing, an end to segregation, and a human rights-based approach across all government policy.

Deep Dive with Disability Discrimination Commissioner Rosemary Kayess

On this episode of Reasonable & Necessary, Dr George meets Sam Paior from The Growing Space and Chris Coombes from DSC. They discuss the Government's attempt to redefine what the NDIS will pay for. They examine the draft lists of NDIS supports and consider what should and should not be included. They also discuss some of  the unintended consequences of narrowing the definition of an NDIS support.

Narrowing our NDIS: Are "support lists" an innovation killer?

On the NEW episode of Reasonable & Necessary, Dr George meets Dr Sam Bennett from the Grattan Institute to discuss his new report on reforming NDIS housing and support: https://grattan.edu.au/report/better-safer-more-sustainable-how-to-reform-ndis-housing-and-support/ 
 
He is also joined by Nicole Cox from MyPlace, an organisation that has been supporting people with disabilities to establish and maintain individualised home and living solutions for almost 30 years. 
 
How can we help more people with disabilities escape from group homes and live more inclusive lives in the community? Let’s find out!

NDIS Individualised Living Options: Beyond the group home model

On this episode of Reasonable & Necessary, Dr George is joined by Rebecca Falkingham, CEO of the National Disability Insurance Agency. In this exclusive interview, they talk through the changes to the NDIS Act that come into effect today and explain what these changes mean for participants. Check it out!

Exclusive Interview with NDIA CEO: Explaining the Changes to the NDIS - Reasonable & Necessary

In this in-depth conversation, we learn how a lifelong relationship with a childhood friend sparked One2One CEO Rod Davies’ passion to deliver truly human-centered housing and support solutions for people with disability.
Rod takes us through the process his organisation uses for determining the best arrangement for each person and why it’s critical to learn what is most meaningful and valuable for that person.
Tune into the latest episode to learn more about why individualised living arrangements are the ‘great opportunity’ of the NDIS.

Reasonable and Necessary-Interview with Rod Davies

In this episode of Reasonable & Necessary, Dr George Taleporos interviews Minister for the NDIS and Social Services, Amanda Rishworth.
They examine Support Needs Assessments, including the rollout timeline. The Minister addresses concerns about funding reductions and outlines the government's commitment to fairness and transparency.
The discussion also covers foundational supports, the in and out lists and the importance of individualised living arrangements.
With a federal election approaching, the Minister outlines the government's priorities for the NDIS if re-elected.
This episode provides valuable insights for NDIS participants, families, providers, and advocates seeking to stay informed about the future of disability support in Australia.

Exclusive Interview with the Minister for the NDIS Amanda Rishworth | Reasonable & Necessary

In this episode of Reasonable & Necessary, Dr George sits down with Louise Glanville, Commissioner of the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission, and Natalie Wade, the Associate Commissioner. Together, they discuss the future of the NDIS Commission, the upcoming changes to NDIS regulation and more. 

Exclusive first interview with NDIS Commissioners Louise Glanville and Natalie Wade

Why are tens of thousands of Australians with disability still being placed in group homes under the NDIS and what can be done about it?

In this episode, Dr George Taleporos is joined by Jess Walker and Anna Burke from the Summer Foundation to unpack their new report, Moving Out, Moving On, which calls for urgent reform of housing and living supports under the NDIS.

We explore the hidden cost of group homes, the benefits of Individualised Living Arrangements (ILAs), and hear from Bar and Matt, two people who are living proof that a better way is possible.

Moving Out, Moving On:Beyond Group Homes in the NDIS-Reasonable & Necessary with Dr George Taleporos

What does the new political landscape mean for people with disability and the future of the NDIS?

In this special live episode of Reasonable & Necessary, Dr George Taleporos is joined by an incredible panel of disability leaders – El Gibbs, Trinity Ford, and Anna Burke – to unpack what the election result means for the disability community.

New Government… Now What for the NDIS? | Reasonable & Necessary LIVE

In this must-watch episode of Reasonable & Necessary, Dr George Taleporos is joined by two of Australia’s top disability rights lawyers—Dr Darren O’Donovan (La Trobe University) and Sian Thomas (Queensland Advocacy for Inclusion)—to unpack what the recent changes to the NDIS. 

What are funding periods and when can you ask for longer ones?
What’s the problem with NDIS support lists—and how can they be fixed?
What are your rights when decisions don’t reflect your individual needs? 

From rent (for in-home support) to air conditioners to stovetops, we explore real-life examples of how rigid rules are creating barriers—and what you can do about it.

Whether you're an NDIS participant, advocate, family member, or provider, this episode will give you the tools to understand your rights and challenge unfair decisions.

NDIS Funding Periods & Support Lists: Unpacked by Expert Lawyers –Reasonable & Necessary w/Dr George

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