Replacement Supports – guidance and document development information
Dear National Disability Insurance Agency,
I'm writing to request access to documents under the Freedom of Information Act 1982:
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(1). All internal guidance and policy documents related to 'replacement supports'. Please provide a copy of each version of these documents, including both final and draft versions.
(2). All emails between NDIA staff, involved in the development or endorsement of the 'Replacement list (DOCX 288KB)' document, where the document is discussed. Please include a copy of any documents attached or linked in the emails.
(3). All meeting briefs/papers that involve the development or endorsement of the 'Replacement list (DOCX 288KB)' document.
(4). All meeting briefs/papers that involve the development or endorsement of the documents identified for section (1) of this request.
Please include all identified documents in full. I consider all parts of a document to be relevant, even if they are addressing topics other than 'replacement supports'.
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For context, the 'Replacement list (DOCX 288KB)' document can be found on this NDIS webpage: https://ourguidelines.ndis.gov.au/would-...
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I can be contacted at this address if you require further information or clarification.
Thank you for your assistance.
Yours faithfully,
CS
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Dear Clementine Saber
Freedom of Information Request: Acknowledgement
Thank you for your request of 2 October 2024, made under the Freedom of
Information Act 1982 (FOI Act), for copies of documents held by the
National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA).
Scope of your Request
You have requested access to:
“(1). All internal guidance and policy documents related to 'replacement
supports'. Please provide a copy of each version of these documents,
including both final and draft versions.
(2). All emails between NDIA staff, involved in the development or
endorsement of the 'Replacement list (DOCX 288KB)' document, where the
document is discussed. Please include a copy of any documents attached or
linked in the emails.
(3). All meeting briefs/papers that involve the development or
endorsement of the 'Replacement list (DOCX 288KB)' document.
(4). All meeting briefs/papers that involve the development or
endorsement of the documents identified for section (1) of this request.
Please include all identified documents in full. I consider all parts of a
document to be relevant, even if they are addressing topics other than
'replacement supports'.
Processing Timeframes
In accordance with section 15(5)(b) of the FOI Act, a 30-day statutory
period for processing your request commenced from 3 October 2024. This
30-day period expires on 1 November 2024.
The 30-day period can be extended in a number of ways, including with your
agreement.
Unfortunately, it is currently taking us a little longer than 30 days to
process FOI requests. I am therefore seeking your agreement to a 30-day
extension of time under section 15AA of the FOI Act. If you agree to this
extension, the new due date for us to decide on your request will be 1
December 2024.
If you do not agree and we are unable to process your request within the
30-day period expiring on 1 November 2024, we will be deemed to have
refused your request and you will not have a right to seek internal review
of that decision. You will, however, retain your right to external review
by the Australian Information Commissioner.
Please let us know if you agree by 14 October 2024.
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Regards
Mykal
Freedom of Information Officer
Complaints Management & FOI Branch
General Counsel Division
National Disability Insurance Agency
E [2][NDIA request email]
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Australia and their continuing connection to land, sea and community. We
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Dear National Disability Insurance Agency,
I don’t agree to a 30-day extension of time. The result of this request could be of significant public interest because of the legislation amendments and changes to the NDIS support rules that took effect on 3 October 2024, so I don’t believe it’s reasonable for the NDIA’s response to be delayed in this case.
Please give confirmation that you’ve received this notification and are proceeding accordingly.
Yours faithfully,
Clementine Saber
Dear Clementine Saber
Please find attached correspondence in relation to your request. If you
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Please contact us at [1][NDIA request email] if you have any questions or
require help.
Kind regards
Patrick (PHO293)
Senior Freedom of Information Officer
Complaints Management and FOI Branch
National Disability Insurance Agency
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[4]LGBTIQA+ rainbow graphic
The NDIA acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout
Australia and their continuing connection to land, sea and community. We
pay our respects to them and their cultures and to Elders past, present
and emerging.
[5]Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander flags graphic