NDIS PACE: Everything You Need to Know

Big news for the NDIS is coming this June. A new system called NDIS PACE is rolling out across Australia.

This means changes to how plans work, how funding is shown, and how often funds are released.

If you’re a participant or a provider, here’s what you need to know — in simple terms.

💡 What Is NDIS PACE?

PACE is a new system the NDIS is using to make things clearer and easier.

Under PACE, your plan will:

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Split funding into smaller parts
Release money over time, not all at once

It’s not less money. It’s just better organised.

🧩 How NDIS PACE Works

There are two main changes in the new PACE system:

🔹 1. Funding Components

This means your money is split into sections.

Each section has a purpose. It might be for:

Daily activities
Therapy
Transport
Community access

You can clearly see what the money is for.

🔹 2. Funding Periods

Under PACE, you won’t get all your money upfront.

Instead, you’ll get funding in chunks — every month or quarter.

This helps you budget better across your whole plan.

Unused funds can roll over, so you don’t lose them.

👤 What NDIS PACE Means for Participants

PACE is designed to help participants take more control.

Here’s what to expect:

✅ Plans will be easier to understand
✅ You’ll see which funds link to which goals
✅ Money will come through in smaller timeframes

💬 Tip: Talk to your support coordinator. They can walk you through your new plan when it starts.

💼 What NDIS PACE Means for Providers

If you deliver NDIS supports, PACE will affect how you work too.

Here’s what to know:

🧾 You’ll need to invoice correctly, based on the new funding components
📅 Keep track of which period you’re delivering supports in
📚 Make sure your staff understand the changes

💬 Tip: Update your systems now. That way, you’re ready when your clients’ new plans start.

🛠️ Getting Ready for NDIS PACE

No need to stress. Here are some quick steps to get ready.

👤 For Participants:

📞 Ask your support coordinator about your next plan
🗓️ Track your funding periods
📊 Use simple tools or apps to follow your budget

👥 For Providers:

✅ Check your billing system
📁 Update your plan tracking tools
📣 Train your staff and update your client guides

🎯 Why the NDIS Is Moving to PACE

The goal of PACE is simple — to make plans easier to use.

Here’s what’s better under PACE:

🔍 More clarity – You’ll know what each bit of funding is for
📆 Better timing – Funds come through in stages to help you plan
🎯 Goal-focused – Each part of your plan links to a goal
🤝 More support – Easier for you and your providers to stay on track