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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.
- Support Coordination
Support Coordination Explained: A Guide for NDIS Participants
A plain-English guide to NDIS support coordination - what it is, how it's funded, how to choose a provider, and what warning signs to look out for.
21 May 2026 - 9 min read - by OpenWay editorial
- Plan Management
How to Find a Good Plan Manager Across Australia
A practical guide to finding and comparing NDIS plan management providers across Australia, including what questions to ask and what red flags to avoid.
21 May 2026 - 8 min read - by OpenWay editorial
- General
Plan management in the NDIS: why more participants are choosing it
Plan management gives NDIS participants more provider choice and less admin. Here is what it means in practice and how to decide if it suits your situation.
21 May 2026 - 8 min read - by OpenWay editorial
- General
Consent, Capacity and Decision-Making: 10 Questions Answered
Consent, capacity and decision-making explained in plain English - 10 real questions answered for NDIS participants, families and carers across Australia.
21 May 2026 - 11 min read - by OpenWay editorial
- Plan Management
NDIA-managed vs plan-managed funding: which is right for you?
Choosing between NDIA-managed and plan-managed funding shapes how you use your NDIS plan every day. Here is what each option actually means in practice.
20 May 2026 - 9 min read - by OpenWay editorial
- Finding & Keeping a Job
Finding Work with the NDIS: A Practical Guide for Participants
The NDIS can fund employment supports to help you find and keep a job. Here is what that looks like in practice, who pays, and how to choose the right provider.
20 May 2026 - 8 min read - by OpenWay editorial
- General
NDIS Appeals and Reviews: What Participants Need to Know
Not happy with an NDIS decision? Learn how to request a review, appeal to the AAT, and what to expect at each stage of the process.
20 May 2026 - 9 min read - by OpenWay editorial
- Daily Living
NDIS Daily Living Supports: A Plain-English Guide for Participants
A practical guide to NDIS daily living supports - what they cover, how funding works, and how to choose a provider that suits your needs and goals.
20 May 2026 - 8 min read - by OpenWay editorial
- Home Modifications
How to Find NDIS Home Modifications Providers Across Australia
Finding the right NDIS home modifications provider depends on where you live and what you need. Here is what to look for and how to compare your options.
19 May 2026 - 10 min read - by OpenWay editorial
- Finding & Keeping a Job
How to Find Employment Support Providers Across Australia
A practical guide for NDIS participants and families on finding quality employment support providers across Australia, including what to look for and the right questions to ask.
19 May 2026 - 8 min read - by OpenWay editorial
- Home Modifications
How to Choose a Home Modifications Provider on the NDIS
Choosing an NDIS home modifications provider takes more than a Google search. This guide walks you through every step, from checking registration to signing a service agreement.
19 May 2026 - 10 min read - by OpenWay editorial
- General
Plan Management in the NDIS: Why More Participants Are Choosing It
Plan management sits between self-managing and agency-managed funding. Here is a plain-English look at why so many participants are choosing it and what to consider.
19 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.