Linda Reynolds (WA, Liberal Party, Minister for Government Services) Share this | Hansard source

I think that was a great example of one of the things that can inadvertently divide us in this chamber. This Friday, 3 December, is International Day of People with Disability. It is a great opportunity for us all in this chamber to focus on the things that unite us and the achievements that we can all be proud of. This day is about recognising people with disability and how we all support them to realise their aspirations and realise their full potential.

The NDIS plays a critically important role in supporting 480,000 Australians to achieve their own life goals, just as we all aspire to do. Let me share with you one of the 480,000 individual stories of how the NDIS is changing lives. Mr Kupics from Victoria wrote to me recently and said: 'My support worker and the NDIS funding have provided me with the opportunities I never ever thought I would have again.' The letter goes on, saying how exercise, healthy eating and getting outside to enjoy the sunshine have been completely life changing for him, as it allows Mr Kupics to stay positive and also to continue to work. He also said: 'I can't be thankful enough for my government implementing the NDIS.' On International Day of People with Disability, we unite across the political divide to acknowledge the contribution of people with disability and our bipartisan, in fact multipartisan, support for their aspirations.