Foundational Supports

Information Sessions and Government Submission

Foundational Supports

  • Foundational Supports are part of a proposed framework to assist people with disabilities who may not be eligible for the NDIS or need additional services. These supports aim to build capacity, foster inclusion, and provide access to essential resources for individuals and families, particularly in regional and remote areas like Central West Queensland.

    This initiative is emerging from the NDIS Review, Disability Royal Commission, and broader disability reforms led by the Commonwealth and State Governments.

    • For Individuals and Families: Could provide support to people who fall outside NDIS eligibility, addressing gaps in services.

    • For Service Providers and Community Organisations: Offers an opportunity to adapt and expand services to meet regional needs.

    • For Regional Communities: Focuses on creating place-based solutions like community hubs to deliver services sustainably in remote areas.

    By engaging in this discussion, you can help shape how these supports might work for our region.

  • The implementation of Foundational Supports is a multi-year process, with key milestones planned to ensure stakeholder input and thoughtful design:

    • 2024:

      • Stakeholder engagement and feedback collection to shape the initial framework.

      • Community and sector consultations led by the Department of Social Services (DSS) and Queensland Disability Network (QDN).

    • 2025:

      • Framework development based on consultation insights.

      • Pilot programs proposed, including a focus on children aged 0–8 years.

    • 2026 and Beyond:

      • Gradual rollout of Foundational Supports to ensure smooth implementation and adaptability to regional needs.

    This timeline is subject to change based on consultation outcomes and government decisions, but it highlights the phased approach being taken to design and implement these reforms.

    Your participation in consultations is vital to ensuring the unique needs of remote Queensland are considered in these foundational stages.

Have Your Say – Information Sessions

In November, we hosted two sessions to provide an overview of Foundational Supports and gather your feedback for our submission to the Commonwealth Government.

Session Details:

  • Friday, 22 November at 1:00 PM

  • Wednesday, 27 November at 9:30 AM

  • Where: Online

Who’s Presenting?

  • Mel Butcher, The Social Deck: Providing an overview of the Commonwealth Government’s perspective.

  • Katie Grehan, Secretary of Outback Independent Living, to share OIL’s work as part of the consultation with the State and Commonwealth government on Foundational Supports

Have Your Say – Government Submission

We’re preparing a submission to the Commonwealth Government to ensure that the unique needs of remote Queensland are accurately represented.

Key Focus Areas:

  • Addressing workforce shortages in remote regions through sustainable, local solutions.

  • Highlighting the need for culturally appropriate and accessible services.

  • Advocating for place-based solutions, such as using community centres to deliver supports.

We invite you to review our draft or submit your own feedback.

Have your say!

Get Involved!

Your voice matters! Help us shape the future of disability supports in remote Queensland by:

  • Attending an information session

  • Providing feedback on our draft submission

  • Sharing your thoughts on what Foundational Supports could look like in your community

Contact Us

If you have any questions or need assistance, please reach out to us at contact@oil.org.au.

Helpful Resources

Together, we can ensure that Foundational Supports meet the unique needs of remote Queenslanders!