# Nearly 145,000 Australians to lose autism support under NDIS reforms

Leaked documents show that proposed changes to Australia's National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) will strip autism-related support from almost 145,000 participants. The reforms aim to cut costs and refocus the scheme, but critics warn they will leave many vulnerable people without essential care and services. This revelation intensifies debate over the balance between fiscal responsibility and disability rights.

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## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/jul/16/ndis-reforms-autism-almost-145000-australians-will-lose-support) — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:00:59 GMT