Media Statement: Allied Health Professions Australia response to the passage of the NDIS Amendment Bill 2026

Allied Health Professions Australia is deeply disappointed that many of the concerns and recommendations put forward by the allied health community since the Bill was introduced and through the Senate Inquiry have not been reflected in the legislation passed this week.

“We hold significant concerns about how people with disability will be protected from losing access to the allied health supports they need as these reforms move into implementation,” Allied Health Professions Australia Chief Executive Officer Bronwyn Morris-Donovan said.

“For many people with disability, allied health supports are essential to their ability to function, participate in their communities and stay well and out of hospital. 

“Uncertainty remains about what alternative supports will be available across states and territories, and whether those systems will be ready as people are progressively transitioned from the NDIS.

“We do recognise that the NDIS must remain sustainable into the future and that change is necessary.  

“Our focus now is on ensuring that whether Australians with disability remain in the NDIS or transition to alternative supports, they can continue to access the allied health support they need, when they need it. 

“AHPA will use every opportunity available to advocate to ensure strong safeguards, clear and supportive transition arrangements and robust implementation rules.

“Whether support is delivered through the NDIS, foundational supports or the broader health system, no Australian should be left without access to the essential allied health care they need to function, participate and thrive.

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To arrange interviews with Allied Health Professions Australia Chief Executive Officer Bronwyn Morris-Donovan please contact Amy Phillips on 0429 196 694.