Thriving Kids launches in ACT for children with developmental delays
The ACT launches Thriving Kids on October 1 to support children under nine with developmental delays, protecting NDIS users until 2028.
The ACT will launch Thriving Kids on October 1. Thriving Kids helps children under nine with developmental delays get earlier support.
Children already on the NDIS before 2028 will stay on it. Thriving Kids targets mild to moderate delays through early help.
Parents can call a phone line with concerns about their child's development. The program will reach full launch by January 2028 across all states and territories except Queensland.
Autism Awareness Australia worries the service could get overwhelmed because families can access it without a diagnosis.
- October 1
- Launch date
- Children under nine
- Age covered
- January 2028
- Full rollout date
- All except Queensland
- States joined
Why it mattersYoung children with suspected delays may get support faster. But experts warn the system could get overwhelmed without a diagnosis requirement first.
AustraliaACT families can now access developmental support through a clearer pathway starting this week, though critics worry the new system may create longer waits for diagnosis and specialist services.
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