2026-09-19 · ABC News (AU)
🔮 Citing rising operating costs, financial pressures, and upcoming funding changes, the provider says it can no longer afford to subsidise the programs
The closure has raised alarm across the sector that more local disability service providers will follow suit, which could leave vulnerable Canberrans without critical support.
Canberra community members are concerned that the closure of a local NDIS program does not bode well for the disability community ahead of looming federal cuts to the scheme.
Carers ACT will close its hub disability day program and NDIS support coordination service at the start of October, citing operating costs and funding arrangements, with advocates worried it may not be the last. assertive