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The NDIS Review and Gig Worker Reforms: Everything You Need to Know

NDIS Review

The NDIS Review has handed down its final report, which includes 26 recommendations and 139 actions to make the NDIS safer and fairer. 

Now the report has been released, we can start to unpack the proposed changes to the scheme and what they mean for us, and you. 

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The NDIS Review →

Gig Worker Reforms

The Commonwealth Government is also proposing changes to the law around employment standards for gig-economy workers, including those delivering disability support.

While these changes will not impact providers like Hireup, who employ their support workers, many platforms, workers and people with disability will be affected.

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Gig Worker Reforms →

Understanding the NDIS Review

Bill Shorten, the NDIS Minister, called for a comprehensive review of the NDIS back in October 2022. It was a move aimed at addressing concerns around sustainability, bureaucracy and decision-making, while ensuring the NDIS can continue to make a positive difference in people's lives.

The Final Report was delivered on 7 December 2023 and included 26 recommendations and 139 actions to make the NDIS safer and fairer.

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How did we get here?

The highly anticipated results of the year-long NDIS review have been released.

But what exactly is the fuss about? Why is there a need for an NDIS Review? And, how did we reach this crucial point?

Read our full guide to understand how this review plays a pivotal role in shaping our future.

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Gig Worker Reforms: What's changing for support workers?

Alongside the NDIS Review, the government is also considering changes to the law concerning employment standards in the gig economy. These are known as the ‘employee-like’ reforms and will impact disability service platforms, particularly those not registered with the NDIS, and their support workers.

These reforms won't impact the Hireup community, as all of our support workers are already employed by us.

Here's everything you need to know about what they mean for you.

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A Guide to Employee-like Reforms

The Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes) Bill 2023 will change how workers are treated on certain gig economy platforms, including those in the NDIS.

These changes are known as the ‘employee-like’ reforms. 

A Guide to Employee-like Reforms
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Employee-like Reforms and the Hireup Community

These proposed reforms will not impact Hireup or our community. This is because our workers are already employees.

Learn more about how we support our support workers.

Reforms and Our Community
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Our Response to Job Stability in Disability Support

Over the last few years, Hireup has been contributing to the Disability Royal Commission and the government's review of job security in the gig economy, and advocating for positive changes.

Our Response

The benefits of working with Hireup

We've always employed our workers.

Through training, great pay and employee benefits, we properly support our workers so they can support our community of clients.

  • Every detail covered: We handle payroll, superannuation, tax, and provide comprehensive insurance for every shift. Our insurance covers clients, workers' compensation, and public liability.
  • Equity is key: Our support workers receive fair wages and paid training, guaranteed by industry standards.
  • Dedicated support: You're never alone on this journey. Our dedicated central support and incident teams are here to assist you.

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