NDIS Appeals – Information and Support Resource
If you disagree with a decision made by the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA), you have the right to ask for an independent review through the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART).
Disability Advocacy NSW can provide advocacy support for people with disability who are appealing an NDIS decision. However, because demand for support can vary, it may not always be possible to take new referrals immediately.
Even if advocacy support isn’t available right now, there are several other options and resources that can help you prepare, understand your rights, and get the information you need.
Advocacy support options
These services provide advocacy or information about organisations that support people who are appealing an NDIS decision at the ART.
Disability Advocacy Finder – Ask Izzy
Find advocacy services near you.
Australian Government – NDIS Appeals Program
Learn more about the national NDIS appeals program and other funded providers.
Legal advice options
You can get free legal information or advice about your NDIS appeal.
Legal Aid NSW
Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) Legal Assistance Clinic
The ART can connect you to a legal assistance clinic if you need advice about your case.
Self-help and information resources
These free resources explain the appeals process, help you prepare for your review, and build your confidence in presenting your case.
ART – Applying for a review
ART – After applying
Family Advocacy – A Guide to the Administrative Review Tribunal
The Housing Hub – Challenging NDIS Decisions
(Note: This page has not yet been updated to reflect ART changes but still includes useful background information.)
If you need advocacy support
If you would like advocacy support for an NDIS appeal, you can check our current availability on our referrals page.
When demand is high, our NDIS Appeals waitlist may be temporarily closed. If this happens, we’ll make that clear on our website and continue providing information and resources to help you find other support options.
If you’re unsure about your options or what to do next, you can call us on 1300 365 085 for guidance.
Disability Advocacy NSW
www.da.org.au