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Almost 145,000 Australians with autism set to lose NDIS support by 2031, documents show
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Almost 145,000 Australians with autism set to lose NDIS support by 2031, documents show
Health department estimates reveal that 241,000 NDIS participants will be shifted off the scheme by June 2031, with most having autism.
- Health department documents released under freedom of information show 144,600 participants with autism or developmental delays will lose eligibility by 2031.
- From 2028, almost two-thirds of those removed will be aged 18 or under, according to the documents.
- NDIS Minister Mark Butler said the scheme is intended only for people with "significant and permanent disability" and is growing too fast.
- The Thriving Kids program will start in October to support children under nine shifted off the NDIS.
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