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NDIS Integrity & Safeguarding Bill 2026 Passed: What This Means for Providers
The wheels have finally started moving… and as of the 1st April 2026, the National Disability Insurance Scheme Amendment (Integrity and Safeguarding) Bill 2026 has officially passed both houses! In…
Celebrating World Down Syndrome Day
21 March 2026 : World Down Syndrome Day This year’s theme, Together Against Loneliness, is a powerful reminder that inclusion doesn’t happen by chance… it happens through knowledge, understanding, and action. For…
Becoming an Aged Care Worker – Where Do I Start?
Thinking about a career in aged care? Here’s a pathway to get you started. The NGO Training Centre, although not a registered training provider, can be a great place to…
Meet Our Subject Matter Experts – Part 11: Marguerite Hoiby
Marguerite Hoiby is a highly experienced Registered Nurse, auditor, and consultant with extensive expertise across the health, disability, and human services sectors. She brings decades of practical and governance experience…
International Women’s Day 2026: It’s Time to Balance the Scales
On International Women’s Day 2026, we celebrate progress. We must also confront an uncomfortable truth: not all women experience equality in the same way. For women with disability and women in…
Cutting Corners on Training Could Be the Next National NDIS Scandal
Do you choose the cheapest training because budgets are tight? Or, do you choose a training provider with a proven track record in the sector, highly qualified subject matter experts…
Celebrating International Wheelchair Day
International Wheelchair Day is a global day to celebrate the positive impact wheelchairs have on the lives of millions of people worldwide and to recognise the importance of accessibility, inclusion,…
Your NDIS Audit Is Coming. Is Your Training Ready to Pay Its Way?
NDIS registration audits are no longer a one-off expense you can budget around once and forget. In 2026, they are a recurring, significant, and often underestimated operational cost. How well-prepared…
Meet Our Subject Matter Experts – Part 10: Julie Dundon
We’re proud to introduce Julie Dundon, our Subject Matter Expert behind two of the newest additions to the NGO Training Centre Aged Care course suite. Julie is an Advanced Accredited…
Getting It Right: A New Definition for NDIS Providers
The “Getting It Right: A New Definition for NDIS Providers” consultation, launched in December 2025 and open until 28 February 2026, is a pivotal moment for the sector. This isn’t…
Aged Care Changes: High Costs Cause Big Anger in Australia
In November 2025, Australia started big changes to aged care. The goal was to give older people respect, choices, and safe help. The new Aged Care Act 2024 and the…
Record NDIS Fines Expose Deadly Training Gaps
I’ve been keeping an eye on recent developments in the NDIS, and some of the stories are worrying. In the past year, several providers have faced substantial fines for failures…
The Perfect Window: Why Late January/Early February is Your Last Chance Before the Busy Season
While most NDIS providers are still settling back into routine after the holiday break, forward-thinking organisations are seizing this critical window to implement their training systems before operational demands escalate….
Meet Our Subject Matter Experts – Part 9: Joseph Witt
Joseph Witt is a registered Clinical Psychologist and respected Subject Matter Expert with extensive experience across government, not-for-profit organisations, education settings, and private practice. He holds a Master’s degree in…
Mandatory NDIS Registration for SIL and Platform Providers: What You Need to Know
Significant changes are coming to the NDIS provider landscape, and now is the time for providers to start preparing. On 18 December, the Minister for the NDIS, Senator Jenny McAllister,…
Ensuring Compliance and Safety: How NGO Training Centre’s Medication Management Courses Support NDIS and Aged Care Providers
Ensuring Compliance and Safety: How NGO Training Centre’s Medication Management Courses Support NDIS and Aged Care Providers. In the disability and aged care sectors, safe medication management is a critical responsibility….
NDIS 2026: Tough Changes Ahead, Opportunities for Smart Providers
The NDIS is now evolving fast, and it’s going to be challenging. But for adaptable, evidence-based providers, the next 12–24 months could also bring real opportunities to stand out and…
Aged Care Today Magazine – Summer 2025
Check out the insightful new edition of Aged Care Today magazine by Ageing Australia – including a brilliant article by our very own amazing Amanda Robinson on page 92!…
Meet Our Subject Matter Experts – Part 8: Justine Barragan
Justine Barragan is an NDIS Expert committed to fostering inclusivity and empowerment. She is a dedicated professional with an Advanced Diploma in Community Sector Management. With a rich background in…
International Day of People with Disability 2025
Fostering Disability-Inclusive Societies for Advancing Social Progress. Every year on December 3, the world comes together to observe the International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD). This day is a…
