Thu 11 Jun 2026 17.00 AEST
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Cuts to National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) funding would have a serious, lasting impact on people living with disabilities and their families.
On this episode of Dollars & Sense, Greg and Elinor discuss the latest house price data and the ongoing fearmongering around the changes to capital gains tax and negative gearing. Then, Greg shares the positive impact NDIS funding as had on his family – and what it could mean if the government’s proposed cuts pass through the parliament.
This discussion was recorded on Thursday 11 June 2026.
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Host: Greg Jericho, Chief Economist, the Australia Institute // @grogsgamut
Host: Elinor Johnston-Leek, Senior Content Producer, the Australia Institute // @elinorjohnstonleek
Show notes:
For those shedding a tear over house prices falling, these numbers may change your mind by Greg Jericho, Guardian Australia (June 2026)
Health minister wants to cut disability support by 99% without legislation by Greg Jericho, Deepcut News (June 2026)
Are we being misled about NDIS fraud? Yes, we are. by Chris Coombes, The Point (June 2026)
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