BRISBANE NDISDA SPECIALIST DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION CONFERENCE 2024

Last year's SDA Brisbane's Conference was a complete sell-out, so don't miss out this year. Please book early to avoid disappointment

This carefully curated technical program ensures that you not only stay updated but also provides a platform to forge meaningful connections within the industry.​

The opening Panel features Experts and Practitioners in the SDA realm. Their expertise will be instrumental in enriching your understanding of the intricacies involved in the changing landscape of SDA development.​

This Conference is a not-to-be-missed experience where you have the opportunity to stay abreast of the latest developments, engage in robust discussions, and actively participate in sessions that cater to your specific interests.

​Discussions will include challenges for SIL Providers and SDA Providers in Queensland and nationally, Inquiry into SDA in Queensland, SDA Research outcomes, Finance and Developer information, best practice designs and changes in this space, impact of the NDIS Final Report on SDA housing and more.

​This 16th National Specialist Disability Conference is your gateway to a comprehensive exploration of the latest trends, regulations, and collaborative opportunities in the ever-evolving field of Specialist Disability Accommodation. You can also choose to join the Finance Workshop available in a breakout session which is free for those attending the Conference

​Join us for a rewarding experience where knowledge meets innovation, and together, we shape the future of accessible and inclusive living spaces.

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Agenda and Topics

Arrival and registration

Welcome and Introductions

Panel Discussion​

Recommendation 8: Fund housing and living supports that are fair and consistent, and support participants to exercise genuine choice and control over their living arrangement.

Recommendation 9: Deliver a diverse and innovative range of inclusive housing and living supports

NDIS recommendation impacting Improved Liveability and impacts for Investors, Participants and Builders

SDA Prefab/ Modular solutions for faster and efficient build - is this the next best option given housing construction time frames?

Social responsibility vs Profitability ; what happens when a participant does not want to share?

MORNING TEA

Safe, secure and affordable'?

Inquiry into the provision and regulation of Supported Accommodation in Queensland

Presented by Queensland Advocacy for Inclusion

SIL Providers and Price Limits: How to sustain your business with cost increases while remaining compliant with regulations. Understanding the NDIS cost model and the impacts of scale and utilisation. Managing financial risks such as vacancies and inflation.

Presented by Kirsty McGovern-Hooley ; RSM Australia

• NDIS Final Report, and upcoming associated changes and impacts on Specialist Disability Accommodation Providers.
• Queensland Disability accommodation providers registration process and whether they need to register their accommodation services
• SIL Providers, Vacancy Rate and Finding Tenants

Presented by Dan Acfield Everhomes

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The Practicalities of Making a Choice

• Dignity of risk and the right to make decisions
• Managing the funds of people at risk
• The role of private money as a supplement to NDIS
• Advocacy for more funding. The role of a professional and limitations.
• Housing and SDA issues

​Speaker details are being updated

LUNCH

• Self Managed Super funds risks and opportunities ; Single contract in SDA Housing investment
• Lending criteria for ; Deposit required, challenges and hurdles for NDIS Housing approvals

Presented by Axis Lending

Specialist Disability Accommodation Outlook – SDA Vacancies, Investment Demand and Funding

Presented by David Whitelaw, Adapt Housing

SDA Insurance - case studies ; Commercial insurance vs Domestic - understand the difference

SDA and Town Planning in QLD

To facilitate the provision of SDA and other forms of assisted living in Queensland, a 'community residence' does not require planning approval. However, disputes can arise about whether a development is a community residence or another type of use, causing uncertainty and conflict for SDA developers, providers, investors and governments.

Hear recent case studies to find out more

Speaker details are being updated

BREAK

Understanding the NCC Classifications and SDA

SDA Assessment best practice - no tick, no approval. Hear about non-compliant case studies and what you need to know about ensuring your property meets approval. Hear example of a Case Study and Court Rulings

Presented by Jeremy Soden of Forward Access

MAKING SENSE OF SDA REGULATIONS AND GOVERNANCE - An Architect's Perspective

• The relationship between Planning Controls, SDA Design Guidelines and NCC
• Building Classifications and their impacts
• Impact of NCC updates and what they mean for the SDA Design Guidelines
• Impact of SDA regulations and governance on SDA development

Presented by Bill Katsabis, CBG Architects

Panel Q & A

Rooftop Networking

Workshop during Conference : Finance and Investors (2.30pm - 4.00pm)

Conference attendees can join this workshop at no cost.

Non-Conference Workshop Attendees (SIL Providers, Support Coordinators, Tenancy Matching Services pay just $65pp )

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