Abbey Faulkner loses job as NDIS cuts threaten disability arts sector
Abbey Faulkner, an emerging media talent, lost her job this October after NDIS cuts eliminated essential support services. The changes threaten Australia’s disability arts sector, which has fostered over 250 professionals through organizations like Bus Stop Films. Critics argue the policy reveals a deep-seated misunderstanding of the needs for individuals with disabilities in the workforce.
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Published 13 Nov 2026, 22:00 UTC · Updated 13 Nov 2026, 22:10 UTC
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