Melbourne 2026 NDISDA Future-Ready Conference
About this Event
37th National Specialist Disability Accommodation Conference – Victoria 2026
Navigating Reform. Managing Risk. Shaping the Future of Disability Housing.
The Future of Disability Housing Starts Here | SDA Reform, Investment, Compliance & Housing Sustainability in 2026
The disability housing sector is entering one of the most significant periods of change since the introduction of the NDIS.
From SDA Design Standard reforms and evolving NDIA planning frameworks to compliance, legal risk, planning reform, valuation challenges, occupancy pressures and investment uncertainty, providers, developers and investors are operating in an increasingly complex environment.
The 37th National Specialist Disability Accommodation Conference – Victoria 2026 brings together Australia's leading SDA experts, providers, developers, investors, assessors, occupational therapists, lawyers and policymakers to explore the opportunities and challenges shaping the future of disability housing.
This Conference will provide practical insights into the regulatory, financial, legal and operational issues impacting SDA across Victoria and Australia, helping organisations remain compliant, sustainable and future-ready.
Whether you are developing housing, supporting participants, managing accommodation, investing in SDA or influencing policy, this conference delivers the knowledge, connections and strategies needed to navigate the next chapter of disability housing.
What to expect;
✔ National updates on SDA reform, compliance and certification
✔ Victoria's latest planning reforms, fast-track pathways and development opportunities
✔ SDA valuation, investment and financing insights
✔ Legal developments impacting SDA providers and investors
✔ SIL, respite and managed accommodation trends under NDIS reform
✔ Strategies to manage vacancy risk and improve occupancy outcomes
✔ Expert discussion on OT assessments, SDA eligibility and participant pathways
✔ Practical solutions to strengthen sustainability, governance and compliance
✔ Networking with sector leaders from across Australia
Who should attend?
- SDA Providers
- SIL Providers
- Community Housing Providers
- Disability Service Providers
- Developers and Builders
- Investors and Financiers
- Occupational Therapists
- SDA Assessors
- Allied Health Professionals
- Architects and Designers
- Lawyers and Compliance Professionals
- Government and Policy Representatives
- Housing and Property Professionals
- Advocacy Organisations and Sector Leaders
Extend Your Learning Experience
Delegates can also attend the SILSDA Victoria – Maximising SIL Impact Summit the following day, providing a unique opportunity to gain insights across both accommodation and support delivery.
For a complete disability housing and care pathway experience, attendees can also register for the Hospital-to-Home Summit, creating three days of learning, networking and sector engagement across SDA, SIL and participant transition pathways.
You can view SILSDA details here
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
AUD 475.27 to AUD 738.64
