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These are the service specifications for NASCs, DIAS and Individualised Funding. 

Needs Assessment and Service Coordination (NASCs) & NASC Support Services

  • Service Specification: Needs Assessment and Service Coordination (NASC) services (PDF 346 KB) 

Disability Information and Advisory Services 

  • Service Specification: DIAS (PDF 48 KB) 

Individualised Funding 

  • Service Specification: Individualised Funding (PDF 483KB)  
Updated on 05 October 2026
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