Queensland refuses Thriving Kids scheme, leaving autism families uncertain
Queensland alone refuses Thriving Kids, leaving autistic children in limbo.
Thriving Kids launches Thursday as a new support system for children under nine with autism and low-to-moderate needs. All other states have signed on.
Queensland's LNP government calls it a bad deal. The government demands more detail and funding clarity.
Premier David Crisafulli said he remains resolute. Families are caught in the gap.
Children are being removed from the NDIS. But there is no clarity on what Thriving Kids will provide or whether Queensland will even offer it.
The program will include a helpline and online resources. The full scheme is expected by 2028.
A Brisbane mother said her seven-year-old son had his NDIS funding cut. She cannot dispute it without a formal diagnosis.
She has no idea what happens next.
- Thursday
- Launch date
- January 2028
- NDIS changes take effect
- All except Queensland
- States signing on
Why it mattersQueensland families with autistic children face uncertainty about what support they will actually receive.
AustraliaQueensland families with children aged under nine with autism are losing NDIS funding with no confirmed alternative, while every other Australian state moves ahead with Thriving Kids.
Corroborated bytheage.com.au·watoday.com.au
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