Life Without Barriers

0.8 Hearts: Poor

Summary

Negative media coverage reported (11 articles).
NDIS Compliance Notice in force: non-compliance found.

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Compliance

NDIS Compliance Notice from Oct 2025 (In Force)
NDIS Registered Provider
Unknown NDIS audit results

Media Mentions

Family of Aboriginal man sues Alice Springs disability provider over death in care – ABC, Sep 2025
Kumanjayi White had a history of being ‘under medicated and under treated’ for his disability before death in custody – NT News, Jun 2025
Shocking text revealed as whistleblowers claim children in NSW state care neglected, at risk of serious harm – Daily Telegraph, May 2025
Allegations of neglect, drug use levelled at Marist180 Youth care, Life Without Barriers – Daily Telegraph, May 2025
How Jack died desperate and alone after multiple DCJ failures – Sydney Morning Herald, May 2025
Life Without Barriers disputes mishandling of group homes for people with disability at Royal Commission hearing – Newcastle Herald, Oct 2023
Life Without Barriers RAP: a game changer – Reconciliation.org.au, May 2023
Newcastle not-for-profit Life Without Barriers hit with 34 adverse findings as Royal Commission probes dark side of disability care – Newcastle Herald, Feb 2023
Major disability service provider apologises for abuse in group homes at royal commission – ABC, Dec 2021
NDIS provider apologises to group home residents after allegations of violence and neglect – The Guardian, Dec 2021
NDIS provider rejected woman’s claim she was pushed over by employee in flawed investigation, royal commission hears – The Guardian, Dec 2021
Disability royal commission: woman with disability sexually assaulted in park after men banned from visiting her accommodation – The Guardian, Dec 2021
NDIS gets thumbs up from major charity – Australian Financial Review, Jan 2015

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Discussion Online

Google reviews (3.7 stars, 18 reviews)

“They don’t provide an interpreter for the non English speakers.”

“One of the best organisation serving the australian community.”

Staff

Staff happiness

Glassdoor reviews (3.1 stars, 178 reviews)
36% would recommend to a friend
58% approve of CEO

Listings

Modern home in Arundel – Close to the beach and amenities

Arundel, QLD, 4214

Support: Life Without Barriers 0.8 Hearts: Poor

Housing: Life Without Barriers 0.8 Hearts: Poor

1 vacancy

Support Model

Arrange separately

SDA Design Class

Fully Accessible

Immaculate single storey home in the quiet suburb of Durack.

Durack, NT, 0830

Support: Life Without Barriers 0.8 Hearts: Poor

Housing: Life Without Barriers 0.8 Hearts: Poor

1 vacancy

Support Model

Arrange separately

SDA Design Class

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Stunning home in the peaceful seaside town of Forster

Forster, NSW, 2428

Support: Life Without Barriers 0.8 Hearts: Poor

Housing: Life Without Barriers 0.8 Hearts: Poor

1 vacancy

Support Model

Arrange separately

SDA Design Class

—

2 Bedroom SDA in the Heart of Glenvale

Glenvale, QLD, 4350

Support: Arrange separately

Housing: Life Without Barriers 0.8 Hearts: Poor

1 vacancy

Support Model

Arrange separately

SDA Design Class

Improved Liveability

Forster – SDA villa located on a quiet street.

Forster, NSW, 2428

Support: Life Without Barriers 0.8 Hearts: Poor

Housing: Hume Community Housing Association 2.8 Hearts: Neutral

1 vacancy

Support Model

Active Overnight support (staff awake all night)

SDA Design Class

Basic

Lavington – spacious home with lovely gardens and a pool.

Lavington, NSW, 2641

Support: Life Without Barriers 0.8 Hearts: Poor

Housing: Hume Community Housing Association 2.8 Hearts: Neutral

1 vacancy

Support Model

Active Overnight support (staff awake all night)

SDA Design Class

Basic

Nowra - Discover independent living in a beautiful South Coast haven

Nowra, NSW, 2541

Support: Life Without Barriers 0.8 Hearts: Poor

Housing: Hume Community Housing Association 2.8 Hearts: Neutral

1 vacancy

Support Model

Active Overnight support (staff awake all night)

SDA Design Class

Improved Liveability

Port Macquarie – large accessible duplex.

Port Macquarie, NSW, 2444

Support: Life Without Barriers 0.8 Hearts: Poor

Housing: Hume Community Housing Association 2.8 Hearts: Neutral

1 vacancy

Support Model

Active Overnight support (staff awake all night)

SDA Design Class

Basic

New Fully Accessible & High Physical Support SDA Home

Alawa, NT, 810

Support: Life Without Barriers 0.8 Hearts: Poor

Housing: Life Without Barriers 0.8 Hearts: Poor

1 vacancy

1 current housemate

Support Model

Sleepover / passive overnight support

SDA Design Class

High Physical Support

Housing Choices New South Wales

Bondi Junction, NSW, 2022

Support: Life Without Barriers 0.8 Hearts: Poor

Housing: Housing Choices NSW 3.4 Hearts: Neutral

1 vacancy

Support Model

Arrange separately

SDA Design Class

Basic

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