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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 services 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

EGL site decisions on adopting changes to assessments, allocations and flexible funding

In September, the Government announced upcoming changes to Disability Support Services assessments, allocations, and flexible funding. 

Update on RFA process to join a panel of providers for residential services

Changes to assessments and allocations, and flexible funding

From next year there will be some changes to Disability Support Services (DSS) funded supports.

Community update - 21 August 2025

In this update, Chris talks about his time leading Disability Support Services, key achievements in the last year, and the importance of connecting with the disability community first-hand.

RFP opens for Enhanced Audit Services

Disability Support Services (DSS) has today opened a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Enhanced Audit Services.  The deadline for tender proposals is 18 September 2025.

Compensation Advisory Services awarded Forensic Coordination Service (Intellectual Disability) contract

Compensation Advisory Services will take over the provision of the Forensic Coordination Service (Intellectual Disability) (FCS ID) contract from November 2025.

DSS provider newsletter | 24 July 2025

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