Butler warns Coalition against using NDIS cuts as ‘pawn in bigger game’ and says bill delays could cost billions
Opposition and Greens could team up to extend inquiry into changes but health minister ‘utterly convinced’ federal government’s plan is right Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Mark Butler has doubled down on his plans to pass contentious NDIS changes as early as this month, warning the opposition against using the bill as a “pawn in a bigger chess game” as they consider a potential deal with the Greens. The Coaliti
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Mark Butler has said a potential six-month extension for the NDIS inquiry could cost the federal budget billions of dollars. Photograph: Mick Tsikas/AAPView image in fullscreenMark Butler has said a potential six-month extension for the NDIS inquiry could cost the federal budget billions of dollars. Photograph: Mick Tsikas/AAPNational disability insurance schemeButler warns Coalition against using NDIS cuts as ‘pawn in bigger game’ and says bill delays could cost billions Opposition and Greens could team up to extend inquiry into changes but health minister ‘utterly convinced’ federal government’s plan is right Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Sarah Basford CanalesSat 13 Jun 2026 23.24 EDTLast modified on…
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