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NDIS guides, tips and news
Long-form articles for participants, support coordinators and providers. New posts publish four times a day.
- Consumables
NDIS Consumables: a plain-English guide for participants
Confused about NDIS consumables? This guide explains what counts, how funding works, and how to find a reliable supplier in plain English.
30 May 2026 - 9 min read - by OpenWay editorial
- General
Just Got NDIS Funding? Here's What to Do Next
Plan approved but not sure where to start? This guide walks you through every step, from reading your plan to finding providers and signing your first service agreement.
30 May 2026 - 9 min read - by OpenWay editorial
- Support Coordination
Support Coordination vs Specialist Support Coordination: Which Is Right for You?
Confused about the difference between support coordination and specialist support coordination? This guide breaks down both options clearly so you can make the right call for your plan.
30 May 2026 - 8 min read - by OpenWay editorial
- General
NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits: a guide for providers
A practical guide to the NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits, written for registered and unregistered providers operating in Australia.
30 May 2026 - 9 min read - by OpenWay editorial
- Transport
NDIS Transport Support: A Plain-English Guide for Participants
Everything NDIS participants and families need to know about transport funding - what it covers, how it's budgeted, and how to find a reliable provider.
29 May 2026 - 8 min read - by OpenWay editorial
- General
Co-design and lived experience in the NDIS: why it matters
Co-design puts disabled people at the centre of decisions that affect them. Here is what that means in practice, why it matters for NDIS participants, and what to look for in a provider.
29 May 2026 - 9 min read - by OpenWay editorial
- Assistive Technology
NDIS Funding for Assistive Technology: 10 Questions Answered
From low-cost aids to complex equipment, here are honest answers to the 10 questions Australians ask most about NDIS assistive technology funding.
29 May 2026 - 11 min read - by OpenWay editorial
- General
NDIS Pricing Transparency: What It Really Means for Participants
NDIS pricing rules exist to protect participants, but navigating them isn't always simple. Here's what pricing transparency actually means for you and your family.
29 May 2026 - 9 min read - by OpenWay editorial
- Assistive Technology
Assistive Technology Providers in Sydney: A Participant's Guide
A practical guide for Sydney NDIS participants on finding, comparing and choosing the right assistive technology provider - from wheelchairs to communication devices.
28 May 2026 - 9 min read - by OpenWay editorial
- General
Just got NDIS funding? Here's what to do next
Plan approved but not sure where to start? This guide walks new NDIS participants through every step, from reading your plan to signing your first service agreement.
28 May 2026 - 8 min read - by OpenWay editorial
- General
What Is a Support Coordinator? An NDIS Explainer
A support coordinator helps you understand and use your NDIS plan. This explainer covers what they do, who funds them, and how to find the right one.
28 May 2026 - 9 min read - by OpenWay editorial
- Consumables
How to Find NDIS Consumables Providers Across Australia
A practical guide to finding NDIS consumables providers across Australia, including what the support category covers, how to compare your options, and questions to ask before signing up.
28 May 2026 - 9 min read - by OpenWay editorial
Articles are written by OpenWay editorial with AI assistance. We respect the NDIS framing rules: OpenWay is not part of the NDIS, NDIA or NDIS Commission.