- A review conducted by the Commonwealth Grants Commission found that the arrangements made regarding the Goods and Services Tax (GST) were a costly mistake.
- The GST Funding Pool is currently facing disputes regarding how funds are allocated among Australian states and territories.
Warnings Issued Over Thriving Kids Program Rollout in Queensland
What happened
The rollout of the Thriving Kids program in Queensland is facing warnings regarding potential gaps in care for children with developmental delays. The program, which is due to begin in October, involves shifting some children aged eight and under onto state supports. Peak bodies, including the Australian Psychological Society, warned that psychologists must be included to ensure the program responds effectively to children's needs.
Why it matters
The warnings center on the risk of children falling through the cracks without proper collaboration between families, educators, and healthcare providers. The professional bodies called for the expansion of annual subsidized psychology sessions and improved subsidies for intensive care.
The GST Funding Pool is currently facing disputes regarding how funds are allocated among Australian states and territories. A review conducted by the Commonwealth Grants Commission found that the arrangements made regarding the Goods and Services Tax (GST) were a costly mistake.
Who's involved
- QueenslandState of Queensland where the Thriving Kids program is being rolled out.
- Australian Psychological SocietyProfessional body representing psychologists whose services are critical to the program.
- governmentThe governing body responsible for the successful implementation of the state program.
- federal governmentThe highest level of government called upon by the professional body regarding early intervention funding.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- Australian Psychological SocietySpeculative
The operational viability of the Australian Psychological Society could be impacted by the current funding structure and calls for expanded subsidies.
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The entities involved
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Queensland
state of Australia
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Australian Psychological Society
Professional association for psychologists
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