NDIS reforms delayed until August after government strikes deal with Greens; minister calls changes 'confronting but necessary'

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The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) overhaul has been delayed until at least August after the federal government agreed to an eight-week extension and amendments to its NDIS bill in exchange for Greens support on tax changes. NDIS Minister Jenny McAllister discusses the 'confronting but necessary' reforms, which aim to rein in spiraling costs and ensure sustainability for the 160,000 Australians on the scheme. The delay is estimated to cost 'a few hundred million dollars.' The reforms represent a significant policy challenge for the government as it balances fiscal responsibility with support for people with disabilities.

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