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State of the Nation Summit?
Get instant access to all the recordings from the NDIS State of the Nation Summit - Aug '25.
Watch Every Session On Demand.
Over three hours of Keynotes, Presentations and Panel Discussion all in one place for only $49.
What was the NDIS Summit?
In late August 2025, over 220 NDIS Sector Leaders, Professionals
and Changemakers gathered at the Adelaide Convention Centre
for the inaugural NDIS State of the Nation Summit.
With the promise of ‘Real Conversations’, ‘Real Strategy’ and ‘Real Solutions’,
the Summit delivered this and so much more!
Curated and hosted by Cassie Day, the event featured:
10 powerful Keynote Speakers and Panellists
Opening Keynote by The Hon. Nat Cook MP
A powerful 'Participant Perspective' by Matthew Dickinson
Compelling & Raw conversations discussing the topics that matter
The summit sold out in only 3.5 weeks!
Now, you can access it all, where and when you want.
What You’ll Get
When you purchase this series, you’ll unlock:
◾Full replays of all keynote sessions + panel discussions (3+ hrs)
◾Lifetime access via your personal learning portal
◾Practical strategies and real-world insights from
◾Insights from powerful thought leaders in the Care Economy
◾Stories that matter, voices of lived experiences & family
◾Expert-driven discussions on reform, compliance, business models, market stewardship and sector sustainability
This isn’t just about watching presentations. It’s about accessing the same insights, strategies, and inspiration that helped over 220 attendees walk away with clarity and renewed energy for the future.
The NDIS sector is facing a fast-paced and complex reform.
We are facing low morale, rapid business closures and high levels of quality staff leaving the sector in droves.
If you couldn’t be in the room, this is your chance to catch up on the conversations and strategies shaping the future.
Your clearest roadmap in a reform year, this Online Summit is human, honest, and immediately usable.
What’s inside?
Opening Welcome: centres community, psychological safety, and sustainable business so you can tune out the noise and lean into change with purpose.
Reality & the NDIS Beast: why similar needs receive wildly different plans, why a consistent needs-assessment approach is vital, and how small, community-rooted providers drive real outcomes.
My Business Rules: a small-business playbook—sharpen your model, formalise partnerships, embed right-sized quality, and treat profit as the resource that funds people, teams, and compliance.
Reform & Compliance (with Justine’s reform pathway): joins the dots from the Tune Review → legislative changes → 2023 Independent Review → what’s landed since (funding periods, foundational supports/Thriving Kids) → what’s next (registration pathways and the Commission’s live priorities)—turning policy into everyday practice.
Future-facing talks: Sam Boag re-centres families and everyday settings (Thriving Kids/Preschool Boost), shows where near-term opportunities and tenders sit, and how to pivot to strengths-based practice; Allison Nikula shows how to lead innovation inside tight rules—piloting quickly, measuring what matters, collaborating locally, and scaling what works.
“My life, my way” (Matthew): anchors everything in capability, choice, and listening first so improvements land where they matter.
Expect concrete steps, checklists, and renewed confidence—value for money that means fewer missteps, faster decisions, and actions you can implement on Monday.
Speaker & Topic Highlights
You’ll hear from an impressive line-up of leaders, innovators, and changemakers:
◾Minister Nat Cook MP – Opening Keynote
◾Allison Nikula – CareApp / Torrens Health
◾Sam Boag – I Can Jump Puddles
◾Sharon Floyd – Engels Floyd Quality Consulting
◾Justine Hall – Plan Tracker & Plan Partners
◾Matthew Dickinson – Student & NDIS Participant
◾Brendon Grail – Disability Services Exchange
◾Nicole Makin-Doherty – Empowered Liveability & Wingate Care
◾Sasha Dragovelic – Polaris Business Centre
◾Peter Wilson – Determined2 - Founder of Immersion Therapy
◾Narelle Akers – Communication eXtra
◾Emily Melgar – Enable College / SA Skills Alliance
SNEAK PEAK
One-time payment: $49 (incl. GST)
Lifetime access to all recordings via your personal portal
Watch anytime, from anywhere
No hidden fees. No subscriptions.
10 expert speakers and panelists from across the country
Special keynote by an NDIS participant, sparking powerful conversations among providers and families
Topics covered include:
Reform and the Compliance Piece – Presentations by Justine Hall & Sharon Floyd
Reality and the NDIS Beast – Panel Discussion
Reimagining the Future – with Sam Boag
Participant Highlight: Matthew Dickinson’s “My Life, My Way”
Rules Follow, People Lead – with Allison Nikula
My Business Rules – Panel Discussion
Where to From Here – with Cassie DayReform recap & compliance updates
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Lifetime access - as long as the program is live on the platform, it’s yours.
Can I download the videos?
No. Out of respect to our speakers and attendees, content is for personal use only.
Is this the same as attending live?
While nothing replaces the energy of the room, these recordings allow you to revisit every session, pause, reflect, and apply the strategies at your own pace.
Are there refunds?
No. Due to the nature of digital products, refunds are not available.
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MEET THE FOUNDER & CEO
Hi, I'm Cassie
I’m Cassie Day - businesswoman, speaker and care economy leader.. My journey began as a mum and carer to a son with complex health and disability needs, which led me to found The Carers Place, one of South Australia’s leading independent Support Coordination Agencies.
After building it into a thriving business and later selling it, I turned my focus to supporting business owners and leaders across the Care Sectors to grow, scale, and create meaningful impact.
Through the State of the Nation Summits, I bring providers, leaders, and innovators together for real conversations, practical strategies, and sustainable solutions.
Recognised by Women’s Agenda, Radio 5AA, Channel 9, and ABC Radio, and awarded the 2024 Carer Achievement Award, my mission is simple:
to share lessons, shape futures, and drive meaningful change in the care economy.
I’m Cassie Day - businesswoman, speaker and care economy leader.. My journey began as a mum and carer to a son with complex health and disability needs, which led me to found The Carers Place, one of South Australia’s leading independent Support Coordination Agencies.
After building it into a thriving business and later selling it, I turned my focus to supporting business owners and leaders across the Care Sectors to grow, scale, and create meaningful impact.
Through the State of the Nation Summits, I bring providers, leaders, and innovators together for real conversations, practical strategies, and sustainable solutions.
Recognised by Women’s Agenda, Radio 5AA, Channel 9, and ABC Radio, and awarded the 2024 Carer Achievement Award, my mission is simple: to share lessons, shape futures, and drive meaningful change in the care economy.
