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Billions reduced from NDIS packages as reassessments lead to more cuts

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While $2.83 billion has been cut from reassessed packages since July 2024, $11.11 billion has been paid out across plans that were increased.

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While $2.83 billion has been cut from reassessed packages since July 2024, $11.11 billion has been paid out across plans that were increased.

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