8.40am - 8.55am 

Registration and arrival  

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9.00am - 9.15am

Welcome and introductions  

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9.15am - 9.45am 

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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9.45am - 10.15am 

Navigating Employers’ Obligations

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 payroll tax, superannuation, PAYG withholding, and long service leave liabilities.

The presentation will examine how workforce growth, multi-jurisdictional operations, and complex rostering models increase exposure to non-compliance.

 

Attendees will gain practical guidance on aligning payroll systems, employment arrangements, and internal controls with current regulatory expectations, reducing the risk of penalties, retrospective liabilities, and audit findings.

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10.15am - 10.30am 

Morning tea 

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10.30am - 11.00am  

SCHADS Award 2026: Workforce Compliance, Cost Pressures and Cross-Sector Risk in NDIS and Aged Care

Workforce compliance under the SCHADS Award continues to present one of the most complex and financially significant challenges for providers operating across NDIS and aged care in 2026.

 

As regulatory scrutiny intensifies and workforce models become more dynamic, organisations are increasingly exposed to underpayment risk, misclassification, and inconsistent application of industrial obligations across service streams.

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This session provides a practical and strategic examination of how the SCHADS Award is being applied in complex care environments, particularly where providers operate across both disability and aged care frameworks.

 

It will clarify key areas of overlap and divergence between SCHADS and evolving aged care award conditions, highlighting where organisations are most vulnerable to compliance gaps.

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Attendees will gain actionable insights into interpreting classifications and allowances, managing rostering and shift arrangements, and aligning payroll systems with award requirements. The session will also explore common compliance failures identified through audits and disputes, and outline practical approaches to strengthening internal governance, reducing financial exposure, and maintaining sustainable workforce models.

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Designed for senior executives and operational leaders, this session equips providers with the knowledge and strategies needed to navigate workforce compliance with confidence, protect organisational viability, and respond effectively to increasing regulatory and financial pressure.

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​11.00am - 11.30am

Financial & Operational Reporting for NDIS and Aged Care Providers

Effective governance depends on accurate, timely, and meaningful reporting.

This session examines best-practice financial and operational reporting frameworks for NDIS and aged care providers, with a focus on decision-making, compliance, and risk oversight.

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Attendees will gain clarity on key performance indicators, variance analysis, funding accountability, and operational monitoring techniques that support transparency and organisational control.

The session will also explore how reporting can be used proactively to identify emerging risks, cost pressures, and service inefficiencies before they escalate.

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11.30am - 12.15pm 

The SIL Reset: Commissioning, Cost Control & the Redesign of Supported Living in the new NDIS
The 2026 NDIS reform agenda, led by Mark Butler, marks a fundamental pivot from a demand-driven scheme to a controlled, outcomes-focused system-placing Supported Independent Living (SIL) at the centre of reform.

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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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12.15pm - 12.30pm 

Q & A and Panel  

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12.30pm - 1.00pm 

Lunch

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1.00pm - 1.30pm 

Aged Care Compliance & Risk Management – Navigating the New Regulatory Environment with Clarity

 

The aged care sector is undergoing significant regulatory reform, with heightened expectations around governance, quality, and accountability. For providers, compliance is no longer a purely administrative function—it is central to delivering safe, high-quality care and ensuring organisational sustainability.

This session provides a clear and structured overview of aged care compliance and risk management, distilling complex regulatory requirements into practical, actionable insights for providers.

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By the end of this session, delegates will have a comprehensive and practical understanding of aged care compliance and risk management, along with the confidence to apply these principles effectively within their organisation.

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1.30pm - 2.00pm 

NDIS Compliance & Risk Management – Stripping Back the Complexity

​NDIS compliance can feel like a maze of rules, audits, and paperwork—but at its core, it’s about keeping participants safe, protecting your business, and ensuring quality services. In this session, we’ll strip the system back to its essentials and explain it in plain language—no jargon

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You’ll learn:

• Why compliance really matters – beyond just ticking boxes.

• The connection between compliance and risk management – spotting hazards before they become problems.

• How to see the ‘forest’ – understanding the big picture so you don’t get lost in the fine print.

• Practical strategies for providers – what to focus on and how to simplify processes without compromising safety or standards.

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By the end of this session, you’ll have a clear, practical understanding of NDIS compliance and risk management—and how to apply it in a way that actually works for your organisation.

 

2.00pm - 2.30pm  ​

Beyond the NDIS: Exploring Alternative Funding Streams for Sustainable Growth

With increasing pressure on NDIS funding and tighter controls, providers must look beyond traditional revenue sources to remain viable. This session explores alternative funding options including government grants, community housing partnerships, private pay models, philanthropy, and impact investment. Learn how to diversify income, reduce reliance on NDIS funding, and build a more resilient, future-focused organisation while continuing to deliver quality outcomes for participants.

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2.30pm - 3.00pm 

​Buying or Selling an Existing NDIS Business

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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3.00pm - 3.30pm 

Panel and Q & A  

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3.30pm - 4.30pm 

Networking and depart