Dane Waites appeals $50,000 NDIS funding cut due to compensation received
Dane Waites, who has profound autism and severe disabilities, has faced a $50,000 cut in National Disability Insurance Scheme funding after receiving compensation for historical abuse. He and his mother, Junee, are appealing the decision, stating that the funding reduction undermines his quality of life and independence. The cuts have sparked wider concerns among other NDIS recipients facing similar issues.
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Published 20 Jun 2026, 20:00 UTC · Updated 20 Jun 2026, 20:10 UTC
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