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More choice, control, and certainty for disabled people with flexible funding

Changes from 1 April 2026 will give more choice, control, certainty, and continuity for disabled people who use flexible funding.

Provider newsletter 27 February 2026

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MediMap data breach

First stage of improvements begins for people receiving DSS-funded supports

We are delivering the first stage of improvements to Disability Support Services (DSS) funded supports for disabled people, families, whānau and carers.  

Community update - 10 February 2026

In this update we go over the announcement from the Minister for Disability Issues about the new nationally consistent approach that will benefit disabled people, families, whānau and carers who use supports funded by Disability Support Services (DSS). 

Provider newsletter 10 February 2026

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Provider newsletter 30 January 2026

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New FAQs on the changes to DSS funding

Responses to frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the changes to DSS funded support and services can be found below.

New provider to deliver enhanced audit programme for DSS

Disability Support Services is strengthening its audit and assurance programme, to ensure that people receiving our funded disability supports are safe and receiving services that align with their goals and human rights.  

Supreme Court's decision - 9 December 2025