8.10am - 8.25am  

Registration and arrival  

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8.30am - 8.40am

Welcome and introductions  

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8.45am - 9.15am

Understanding NDIS and Aged Care Effective Structure for Tax and Asset Protection Purposes

As regulatory scrutiny, financial risk, and workforce liability continue to intensify in 2026, the way NDIS and aged care providers structure their organisations has never been more critical.

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This session provides a detailed examination of corporate, trust, and group structures, with a focus on tax efficiency, asset protection, and risk management for providers operating in complex service environments.

Attendees will gain insight into how different structures impact liability exposure, funding flows, governance responsibilities, and long-term sustainability.

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The session will explore common structural weaknesses identified in provider audits and transactions, as well as practical strategies to protect assets, segregate risk, and support future growth, diversification, or succession planning.

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9.15am - 9.45am 

Navigating Employers’ Obligations

Employer compliance remains a significant operational and financial risk for NDIS and Aged care providers.

This session provides a comprehensive overview of employer obligations in 2026, including payroll tax, superannuation, PAYG withholding, and long service leave liabilities.

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The presentation will examine how workforce growth, multi-jurisdictional operations, and complex rostering models increase exposure to non-compliance.

 

Attendees will gain practical guidance on aligning payroll systems, employment arrangements, and internal controls with current regulatory expectations, reducing the risk of penalties, retrospective liabilities, and audit findings.

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9.45am - 10.30am 

SCHADS Award 2026: Workforce Compliance, Cost Pressures & Operational Risk for NDIS and Aged Care Providers

SCHADS Award 2026: Workforce Compliance, Cost Pressures and Cross-Sector Risk in NDIS and Aged Care

Workforce compliance under the SCHADS Award continues to present one of the most complex and financially significant challenges for providers operating across NDIS and aged care in 2026.

 

As regulatory scrutiny intensifies and workforce models become more dynamic, organisations are increasingly exposed to underpayment risk, misclassification, and inconsistent application of industrial obligations across service streams.

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This session provides a practical and strategic examination of how the SCHADS Award is being applied in complex care environments, particularly where providers operate across both disability and aged care frameworks.

 

It will clarify key areas of overlap and divergence between SCHADS and evolving aged care award conditions, highlighting where organisations are most vulnerable to compliance gaps.

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Attendees will gain actionable insights into interpreting classifications and allowances, managing rostering and shift arrangements, and aligning payroll systems with award requirements. The session will also explore common compliance failures identified through audits and disputes, and outline practical approaches to strengthening internal governance, reducing financial exposure, and maintaining sustainable workforce models.

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Designed for senior executives and operational leaders, this session equips providers with the knowledge and strategies needed to navigate workforce compliance with confidence, protect organisational viability, and respond effectively to increasing regulatory and financial pressure.

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10.30am - 10.45am

Morning tea

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10.45am - 11.15am 

Financial & Operational Reporting for NDIS and Aged Care Providers

Effective governance depends on accurate, timely, and meaningful reporting.

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This session examines best-practice financial and operational reporting frameworks for NDIS and aged care providers, with a focus on decision-making, compliance, and risk oversight.

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Attendees will gain clarity on key performance indicators, variance analysis, funding accountability, and operational monitoring techniques that support transparency and organisational control.

The session will also explore how reporting can be used proactively to identify emerging risks, cost pressures, and service inefficiencies before they escalate.

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11.15am - 11.45am 

The NDIS Integrity and Safeguarding Bill — and what it means on the ground

The NDIS Integrity and Safeguarding Bill is headed to the floor of parliament in May, and most providers aren't ready for what's coming.

Drawing on original research and policy submissions prepared for parliamentary consideration, this session opens with a clear-eyed breakdown of what the Bill proposes, where the pressure points will land, and what providers should be doing right now.
From there, Gina draws on her experience as an accredited auditor and Reportable Incident practitioner to tell the truth about SIL -  how funding gets misused, the warning signs that a service is drifting toward harm, and the patterns that put providers in the regulator's sights

 

Understanding what commonly goes wrong is the point: because when you can see the problem clearly, you can fix it. Better practice means fewer incidents, tighter systems, less time in crisis mode, and more capacity to deliver genuinely good supports.

As a practising Behaviour Support Practitioner, Gina also covers how to recognise and turn around behaviours of concern before they escalate — because early intervention is both the right thing to do and the operationally smart choice.

Attendees will walk away with:
•    A clear understanding of the Integrity and Safeguarding Bill and what it means for their organisation
•    The ability to identify the warning signs of service drift, funding misuse, and escalating risk
•    Practical strategies to strengthen systems, reduce incidents, and improve operational efficiency
•    Confidence in recognising behaviours of concern and knowing what to do early
One session. Policy, practice, and a clear path to services that are safer and more sustainable.

 11.45am - 12.15pm 

Aged Care Compliance & Risk Management – Navigating the New Regulatory Environment with Clarity

 

The aged care sector is undergoing significant regulatory reform, with heightened expectations around governance, quality, and accountability. For providers, compliance is no longer a purely administrative function—it is central to delivering safe, high-quality care and ensuring organisational sustainability.

This session provides a clear and structured overview of aged care compliance and risk management, distilling complex regulatory requirements into practical, actionable insights for providers.

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By the end of this session, delegates will have a comprehensive and practical understanding of aged care compliance and risk management, along with the confidence to apply these principles effectively within their organisation.

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12.15pm - 12.30pm 

Q & A and Panel  

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12.30pm - 1.00pm 

Lunch

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1.00pm - 1.30pm 

NDIS Compliance & Risk Management – Stripping Back the Complexity

​NDIS compliance can feel like a maze of rules, audits, and paperwork—but at its core, it’s about keeping participants safe, protecting your business, and ensuring quality services. In this session, we’ll strip the system back to its essentials and explain it in plain language—no jargon

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You’ll learn:

Why compliance really matters – beyond just ticking boxes.

The connection between compliance and risk management – spotting hazards before they become problems.

How to see the ‘forest’ – understanding the big picture so you don’t get lost in the fine print.

Practical strategies for providers – what to focus on and how to simplify processes without compromising safety or standards.

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By the end of this session, you’ll have a clear, practical understanding of NDIS compliance and risk management—and how to apply it in a way that actually works for your organisation.

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1.30pm - 2.00pm ​

Key Compliance and Structural Changes in Aged Care: Preparing for the New Regulatory Era (Effective 1 Nov 2025)

From 1 November 2025, the aged care sector will experience one of the most significant regulatory transformations in decades. The new Aged Care Act introduces a rights-based framework, placing a clear Statement of Rights for individuals at the centre of care, while imposing strict duties of care on providers.

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This session will explore the full spectrum of changes, including strengthened quality standards, enhanced provider accountability for directors and officers, and a new compliance and enforcement model with rigorous reporting requirements. Attendees will also gain insights into how Star Ratings, audit findings, and new financial and prudential standards will impact operations and governance.

Attendees  will leave with a practical understanding of what providers must do to meet obligations, mitigate risk, and deliver safe, high-quality, rights-focused care under the 2025 regulatory framework.

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2.00pm - 2.30pm 

​Buying or Selling an Existing NDIS Business

Mergers, acquisitions, and exits within the NDIS sector require careful navigation of financial, legal, and compliance risk.

This session examines the full lifecycle of buying or selling an NDIS business, including valuation drivers, due diligence priorities, regulatory considerations, and transition planning.

Attendees will gain a clear understanding of common transaction risks, compliance red flags, and strategies to protect service continuity, workforce stability, and funding integrity during ownership change.

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2.30pm - 4.00pm 

​Transitioning from NDIS to Aged Care: Funding, Processes & Operational Oversight

Transitioning services from NDIS funding to aged care programs presents operational, financial, and compliance challenges. This session explores the practical considerations involved in managing these transitions, including funding coordination, application processes, service alignment, and risk management.

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Attendees will gain guidance on maintaining continuity of support, managing operational handover, and ensuring compliance across funding systems during transition periods.

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4.00pm - 6.30pm 

Networking and depart