NDIS Blowout with Roger Beale

In this episode of the RNB Podcast, Michael Lester interviews Roger Beale AO, former Australian public service departmental head, on the NDIS blowout. Introduced in 2013 by Prime Minister Julia Gillard, the National Disability Insurance Scheme was a revolutionary welfare policy based on the right to assistance for those with permanent disabilities. Explore how the scheme has evolved over nearly 15 years, now supporting close to 700,000 people at a cost of $50 billion annually, making it the third largest component of Commonwealth government expenditure. Roger Beale discusses options to manage budgetary costs and ensure the scheme's sustainable future. Tune in for an insightful discussion on the challenges and solutions surrounding this vital program. Sign Save Sydney City  Shops Petition https://divinestreamradio.com/page/3196485/save-our-city-shops-petition/   Northern Beaches Entertainment https://northernbeachesentertainment.com.au