What the New NDIS Pricing Means for Your Support and Funding
It’s official – the 2025–26 NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits (PAPL) have landed, and they’re set to impact thousands of Australians who rely on the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) for everyday support, therapy, accommodation, and more. Whether you’re new to the NDIS or a seasoned participant, staying across these pricing changes is key to getting the most from your NDIS funding.
If you’re a family member, support coordinator, plan manager, or NDIS provider, here’s what you need to know about the latest changes – and how they affect the services you use or deliver, from Support Coordination to SDA/SIL Accommodation.
Key Changes in the 2025–26 NDIS Price Guide
1. Support Worker Pay Increase
The good news? The hard-working disability support workers across Australia will see a 3.95% pay increase, in line with updates to the national minimum wage and superannuation.
This means pricing has gone up for many core supports, including:
- Assistance with Daily Living
- Community Participation
- In-Home Care
- Level 1 Support Coordination
- Psychosocial Recovery Coaching
As long as you continue to use the support you’re funded for, there should be no negative impact on your services. The pay rise simply reflects the value of the care you already receive and the system is designed to ensure you’re supported without disruption.
2. Therapy Pricing Changes and Travel Clarification
Pricing for therapy services has been standardised nationally – no more different rates between states or territories. Here’s what that looks like:
- Psychology: +$10 in QLD, NSW, VIC but -$11.23 elsewhere
- Physiotherapy: -18% in some regions
- Dietetics & Podiatry: -2.6% across the board
Therapists can now only bill 50% of the hourly rate for travel, capped at 30 minutes (metro) or 60 minutes (remote). This means participants may need to plan their support differently, especially in rural and regional areas.
Also confirmed: Personal Trainers are no longer considered therapy providers under NDIS.
3. Plan Management & Intermediary Changes
It’s a mixed bag for NDIS plan managers and intermediaries. Here’s what changed:
- The once-standard setup fee has been removed (a 15.6% drop in first-year income for plan managers)
- The monthly fee remains unchanged – for the sixth year running
- Remote area loadings have been discontinued
For providers in remote and regional Australia, this may create new challenges. But for participants, it means greater simplicity and more consistent pricing.
4. Extended Age for Early Childhood Support
Families of young children, take note: the early childhood approach now supports kids up to 9 years old, up from the previous cap of 7. This gives families more time to access early intervention through NDIS early childhood services.
What the NDIS Price Guide Means for You
These pricing changes will shape how you manage and use your NDIS plan. If you receive or deliver:
- SDA (Specialist Disability Accommodation)
- SIL (Supported Independent Living)
- Support Coordination
- Early childhood intervention
- Therapies and allied health support
then it’s worth reviewing your plan with your support coordinator or plan manager.
Now is the time to check that your supports are aligned with your goals and that your funding is being used effectively.
Why These Updates Matter
Every year, the NDIS pricing guide shapes how providers operate and how participants access care. These changes aim to ensure:
- Fair pay for support workers
- Value and sustainability in NDIS funding
- Greater consistency across the country
But more than that, they affect real lives. People like you or your loved ones, who depend on these services to live independently, stay connected, and reach personal goals.
Need Help Navigating These Changes?
At My Guardian, we help you navigate the NDIS with confidence. From support coordination and plan management, to disability support services, SIL/SDA accommodation, and in-home care, our team is ready to guide you through the changes and make sure your plan works for you.
Don’t hesitate to reach out for more information, we’re just a phone call away at 02 9336 7555, or you can get in touch here.
