9.00am - 9.30am 

Registration and arrival  

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9.30am - 9.40am 

Welcome and introductions  

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9.45am - 10.20am 

NDIS Integrity, Compliance & Fraud Risk Management

David Moody 

Management Governance Australia 

With the continued strengthening of NDIS integrity measures in 2026, providers are expected to demonstrate robust systems for financial accountability, ethical billing, and operational transparency.

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This session provides an in-depth examination of compliance risk, fraud exposure, and governance obligations under the evolving integrity framework.

Attendees will gain practical guidance on implementing internal controls, preparing for audits and reviews, responding to regulator enquiries, and reducing the risk of funding recovery, sanctions, or reputational damage. The session focuses on prevention, preparedness, and defensible operational practices.

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10.20am - 10.55am 

NDIS Reset: Commissioning, Cost Control & the Redesign of Supported Living in the new NDIS
David Moody 
Management Governance Australia 

The 2026 NDIS reform agenda announced by Mark Butler , marks a fundamental shift from a demand-driven scheme to a controlled, outcomes-based model…

​With the introduction of standardised functional assessments, tighter eligibility thresholds, and a planned transition toward commissioned SIL services from July 2028, the traditional SIL operating model is being reshaped in real time.

 

Growth is being deliberately constrained, high-cost supports are under intensified scrutiny, and funding is increasingly tied to demonstrable functional need and measurable outcomes.

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These reforms are expected to reduce participant inflows, recalibrate funding intensity, and shift individuals with lower needs into foundational or mainstream supports -placing pressure on occupancy, rostering models, and long-term service viability.

At the same time, SIL providers must navigate increased audit activity, tighter plan management controls, and reduced flexibility in reassessments, all while maintaining quality, workforce stability, and participant outcomes.

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This session will take a system-level view of what the “SIL reset” truly means -exploring the transition from block-funded growth to commissioned service delivery, the evolving SIL–SDA interdependency, and the strategic decisions providers must make now to remain viable in a capped, compliance-driven market.

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Attendees will gain critical insight into how to reposition their services, manage funding risk, and adapt operating models in a future where SIL is no longer guaranteed—but earned through evidence, performance, and alignment with government priorities.

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10.55am - 11.10am

Sponsors note : Weel 

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11.10am - 11.25am 

Morning Tea 

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11.30am - 12.00pm 

Understanding NDIS and Aged Care Effective Structure for Tax and Asset Protection Purposes

As regulatory scrutiny, financial risk, and workforce liability continue to intensify in 2026, the way NDIS and aged care providers structure their organisations has never been more critical.

 

This session provides a detailed examination of corporate, trust, and group structures, with a focus on tax efficiency, asset protection, and risk management for providers operating in complex service environments.

Attendees will gain insight into how different structures impact liability exposure, funding flows, governance responsibilities, and long-term sustainability.

 

The session will explore common structural weaknesses identified in provider audits and transactions, as well as practical strategies to protect assets, segregate risk, and support future growth, diversification, or succession planning.

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12.00pm - 12.30pm 

Navigating Employers’ Obligations

Elizabeth Lucas 

Grant Thornton 

Employer compliance remains a significant operational and financial risk for NDIS and aged care providers.
This session provides a comprehensive overview of employer obligations in 2026, including fringe benefits tax, payroll tax, superannuation and PAYG withholding.
The presentation will examine how multi-jurisdictional operations and complex rostering models increase exposure to non-compliance and provide an update on impending changes.
 
Attendees will gain practical guidance on dealing with current regulatory expectations, reducing the risk of penalties, retrospective liabilities and audit findings.

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12.30pm - 12.45pm ​

Q & A  

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12.45pm - 1.15pm 

Lunch 

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1.15pm - 1.45pm  

SCHADS Award 2026: Workforce Compliance, Cost Pressures & Operational Risk for NDIS and Aged Care Providers

Ben Ingham

RSM Australia 
Workforce compliance under the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services (SCHADS) Award remains one of the most complex and financially significant challenges facing NDIS providers in 2026.

 

With increased Fair Work scrutiny, evolving interpretations of the Award, and heightened enforcement activity, providers are experiencing growing exposure to payroll errors, misclassification, underpayment claims, and operational disruption.

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This session delivers a detailed, practical examination of SCHADS as it applies in the current operating environment, with a strong focus on NDIS-funded services including SIL, in-home supports, and community-based programs. '

Attendees will gain clarity on award classifications, minimum pay rates, allowances, broken shifts, sleepovers, overtime, and rostering obligations, and how these interact with funding constraints and service delivery models.

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The session will explore how recent Fair Work Commission decisions and compliance expectations in 2026 are reshaping workforce cost structures and requiring providers to reassess rostering models, employment contracts, payroll systems, and internal controls.

Particular attention will be given to high-risk operational practices that commonly lead to back-pay liabilities, disputes, or regulatory intervention.

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For organisations operating across both NDIS and aged care services, this session will address the increasing complexity of managing a shared workforce across different industrial frameworks.

While aged care award reform continues to evolve, the session will clarify where SCHADS continues to apply, where crossover risks exist, and how providers can maintain consistent governance, compliance, and cost control across service streams.

Practical guidance will be provided on:

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• Interpreting SCHADS classifications and allowances correctly in complex service environments

• Identifying and mitigating payroll and rostering risk before issues escalate

• Managing workforce costs while maintaining compliant service delivery

• Preparing for Fair Work audits, employee claims, and regulator scrutiny

• Aligning workforce strategy with funding sustainability and operational realities

• This session is designed for CEOs, CFOs, HR leaders, compliance managers, and operational executives seeking to strengthen workforce governance, protect organisational viability, and ensure compliance in an increasingly regulated and scrutinised sector.

 

​1.45pm - 2.00pm 

Q & A  

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2. 00pm - 2.15pm

Break 

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2.15pm - 3.30pm (inc Q & A ) 

Transitioning from NDIS to Aged Care: Funding, Processes & Operational Oversight

Lisa Baker 

Health Care Providers Association  

Transitioning services from NDIS funding to aged care programs presents operational, financial, and compliance challenges. This session explores the practical considerations involved in managing these transitions, including funding coordination, application processes, service alignment, and risk management.

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Attendees will gain guidance on maintaining continuity of support, managing operational handover, and ensuring compliance across funding systems during transition periods.

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3.30pm - 4.00pm  

Buying or Selling an Existing NDIS Business

Mark Hunn 

NDIStress 

Mergers, acquisitions, and exits within the NDIS sector require careful navigation of financial, legal, and compliance risk.

This session examines the full lifecycle of buying or selling an NDIS business, including valuation drivers, due diligence priorities, regulatory considerations, and transition planning.

Attendees will gain a clear understanding of common transaction risks, compliance red flags, and strategies to protect service continuity, workforce stability, and funding integrity during ownership change.

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4.00pm - 4.30pm   

Q & A and Panel 

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4.30pm - 5.30pm

Networking and Depart