The Oversight Committee changed to a monthly meeting rhythm from January 2023. This edition features the key highlights and issues considered at the meetings held on:
- Friday 27 January
- Friday 24 February
- Thursday 30 March 2023.
Oversight Committee members
The Committee endorsed the appointment of Alan Blackwood to replace Jean Cotchin and Jeff Smith to replace Mary Mallett, who both commenced roles with different organisations.
A list of current Committee members is published on the NDIS website.
Independent Experts
The Committee recommended the appointment of a further 2 Independent Experts, including an Independent Expert with First Nations experience.
All candidates met the selection criteria published on the website, which includes a minimum of 3 years contemporary involvement with the disability sector, including lived experience or other personal experience such as a service provider, academic or advocate.
The Committee also reviewed the Guidelines for Independent Experts, a document to support consistency in neutral evaluation decision making on IER matters.
