8.10am - 8.25am  

Registration and arrival  

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8.30am - 8.40am

Welcome and introductions  

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8.45am - 9.15am

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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9.15am - 9.45am 

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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9.45am - 10.30am 

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

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10.30am - 10.45am

Morning tea

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10.45am - 11.15am ​

Beyond Billable Hours – Building Capacity and Expertise in NDIS & Aged Care Services

Reliance on billable hours alone is no longer sufficient to sustain high-quality, compliant service delivery.

 

This session explores how providers can move beyond transactional workforce models and invest in capability, expertise, and organisational capacity while operating within constrained funding environments.

Attendees will gain insight into workforce planning, training investment, leadership development, and retention strategies that support service continuity, reduce turnover risk, and strengthen operational resilience.

 

The session will also examine how capability-building aligns with compliance expectations and long-term financial sustainability.

 

11.15am - 11.45am 

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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​​​11.45am - 12.15pm 

NDIS Integrity, Compliance & Fraud Risk Management

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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12.15pm - 12.45pm

Lunch  

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12.50pm - 1.20pm 

SIL Funding Mechanisms & Roster of Care Best Practices

Supported Independent Living remains one of the most operationally complex areas of the NDIS.

This session provides a detailed analysis of SIL funding mechanisms, roster of care requirements, and documentation expectations in 2026.

Attendees will gain clarity on funding alignment, roster accuracy, vacancy management, and service adjustments, with a focus on avoiding common compliance failures. Practical guidance will be provided on maintaining defensible service models, managing funding changes, and ensuring operational practices withstand regulatory scrutiny.

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1.25pm - 2.00pm 

Legal Updates 2026 – Workforce and Compliance Changes for NDIS and SIL

The legal and regulatory environment for NDIS and SIL providers continues to evolve. This session highlights key legislative, regulatory, and industrial developments in 2026, focusing on workforce obligations, operational accountability, and emerging compliance risks.

Attendees will gain insight into how recent changes affect contracts, employment arrangements, governance responsibilities, and day-to-day operations, with practical guidance on implementation and risk mitigation.

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2.00pm - 2.30pm 

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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2.30pm - 2.45pm

Afternoon Tea 

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2.50pm - 4.30pm 

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

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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