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THE SDA HOUSING PODCAST
The SDA Housing Podcast is a leading voice in the Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) sector, delivering in-depth discussions, expert insights, and the latest updates related to housing solutions for people with disabilities. Through interviews with industry leaders, advocates, and lived-experience voices, we explore policy developments, innovative best practices, and real-world stories shaping the future of disability housing.
Listeners will gain valuable knowledge on emerging trends, sector challenges, and inspiring success stories, making this podcast an essential resource for investors, providers, advocates, and anyone passionate about inclusive housing.
Debbie – General Manager, NDIS Property Australia:
With over 20 years of expertise in tourism, finance, and property, Debbie has played a pivotal role in transforming NDIS Property Australia from a two-person team to a 22-member powerhouse. Her leadership drives the successful marketing, sales, and development of SDA properties nationwide, working closely with builders, designers, lenders, and support providers to ensure high-quality, compliant housing solutions.
Minh – Founder, NDIS Property Australia:
A visionary in the SDA space, Minh is dedicated to accelerating the delivery of purpose-built disability housing across Australia. By fostering collaboration among stakeholders, investors, and NDIS participants, he champions choice, control, and dignity for people with disabilities, ensuring they have access to homes that truly meet their needs.
Together, Debbie and Minh are committed to ethical, sustainable, and impactful solutions in the SDA sector, bridging gaps and driving meaningful change.
Engaging with the SDA Community:
Each week, we feature guest speakers from across the sector, sharing their expertise, experiences, and contributions to social impact in SDA. From innovative housing designs to policy advocacy, our conversations highlight how we can collectively improve living options for NDIS participants.
As the SDA landscape evolves, we invite you—our listeners—to join us on the journey. Whether you're an investor, provider, advocate, builder, developer, parents of participants, or simply passionate about inclusive housing, this podcast equips you with the knowledge to make a difference in the lives of People with Disabilities (PWDs).
Share Your Story:
Have an SDA journey you’d like to share? We’d love to hear from you!
📞 Call us: 1300 254 397
📧 Email us: podcast@ndis.property
🌐 Visit us: www.ndis.property
Join the conversation and help shape a more inclusive future in disability housing.
Episodes
347 episodes
Episode 47 - INFINITE AUTOMATION: Smart Home Automation in SDA
EPISODE:Colin Peterson from Infinite Automation joins us to discuss their game-changing products for an SDA Home. Infinite Automation is based in Melbourne, but offer their services Australia-wide. Infinite Automation offers c...
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Episode 46 - Coogee Marina Residences by Saraceni Developments
EPISODE:Michael Kwan, representing Saraceni Developments, joins us to discuss an exciting new SDA development, Harbour Residences, in North Coogee, Perth, Western Australia. Located 100 metres from the marina, these 15 SDA apar...
Episode 45 - INSURANCE ADVISERNET: Getting the Right SDA Insurance
EPISODE:Today, we have the pleasure of special guests Jeremy and Julie from Insurance Advisernet join Minh to discuss their service of tailored insurance solutions. Julie and Jeremy speak about their company and the imp...
Episode 44 - Housing Market Update (June 2022)
EPISODE:Today, we have a Housing Market Update brought to you by Minh & Rob: our regular speakers on all things technical. The discussion will go over the recent presentation from Core Logic, a Property Research organisation....
Episode 43 - MHA DESIGN: An Architectural Project Manager
EPISODE:We travel down, last week, to the Sydney Disability Connection Expo, where we see so many hard working brands within the NDIS community. At the expo, we bump into Tina Kordrostami, from MHA DESIGN. "...
Episode 42 - Upcoming Tasmania Opportunities
EPISODE:In Episode 42, Rob rejoins the podcast to discuss our new upcoming Tasmania opportunities with Minh. Tasmania is a new area for us at NDIS PROPERTY AUSTRALIA, but we are extremely excited to launch into this new region, and h...
Episode 41 - OTuition by OPTIMAL LIVING THERAPY: An SDA Assessor's Perspective
Lauren Hart from OTuition by Optimal Living Therapy sits down with Minh to discuss her business and her experiences as both an Occupational Therapist and an SDA assessor. Lauren explains what features are not only required in an S...
Episode 40 - Rebranding & Our 4 Month Podcast Journey
EPISODEIn today's episode, our 'Girl Power Team' consisting of Luba, Debbie, and Eryn sit down to talk about the journey of the podcast. We jumped into this concept of a 'podcast' without a real plan and real...
Episode 39 - The Rise of Construction Costs & Reasons Why
EPISODE:Minh sits down in a solo episode to discuss the recent rises in construction costs and just how much they've gone up by. He also walks listeners through these costs and what it means for the SDA market. He also touches on bui...
Episode 38 - ARUMA: Home & Living Supports
EPISODE:Amber Hoy from Aruma Disability Services joins Eryn from our office to discuss Aruma and how long they've operated for. They discuss where Aruma operate, services provided, Amber's role in the company, and the di...
Episode 37 - Q&A's - A New Client's Questions to Us
EPISODE:Eryn sits down with Matt and Minh to give in-depth answers to some questions we recently received from a client looking to invest in a property in SDA. This episode is an excellent listen for anyone considering investing in a...
Episode 36 - An "Improved Liveability" design approach in Perth
EPISODE:Dr Angad Singh from Sadhana Constructions, joins us once again to talk about "Improved Liveability" as a design category and why it is important in the Perth market. Minh discusses the Kelmscott packages being put toge...
Episode 35 - Participants Stuck in Hospitals
EPISODE:In our latest podcast, Minh and Matt sit down to continue on with a similar episode from Eryn and Debbie's recent podcast (Episode 34) which was about young people living in aged care. This episode is all about SDA and potent...
Episode 34 - Young People in Residential Aged Care (YPIRAC)
EPISODE:Debbie, our Marketing Manager, currently travelling through North America, now returns to the NDIS PROPERTY AUSTRALIA podcast with Eryn in the office to discuss problems of young disabled people in aged care (YPIRAC) and how ...
Episode 33 - Contracts & the Buying Process
EPISODE:Today, our admin team sit down together (Eryn, Donna, & Nyomi) to introduce Nyomi to our listeners. This is her first podcast contribution, to discuss the buying process and contracts when choosing to invest in a p...
Episode 32 - HOUSING 101: SDA Secondary Dwellings
Jon and Carey Ward from Housing 101 join Matt to discuss their business and what Housing101 does for the SDA space. They design and build customised, NDIS-approved homes made to fit the needs of each client. Specialising i...
Episode 31 - SDA Approvals & Appeals with the NDIA
In today's episode, Minh gives detailed insight into the NDIA (National Disability Insurance Agency) decision-making process, specifically in terms of SDA Funding and approving applicants for their needs and requests. He discusses the ou...
Episode 30 - The Federal Election & Proposed NDIS Reforms
EPISODE:Minh and Matt sit down to discuss the upcoming federal election coming up in a few days' time, and what it means for the NDIS and participants. They have detailed discussions about the proposals presented for each political p...
Episode 29 - Contract Trends - No Finance Clause & No Refunds on Deposits in MELB
EPISODE:Today, we welcome back Rob Maxwell from Melbourne, who is now working very closely with NDIS PROPERTY AUSTRALIA, in the sourcing of builders and land supply, for our investor clients seeking to invest in SDA in the Gre...
Episode 28 - SADHANA CONSTRUCTIONS: Bespoke SDA Builds in Perth
EPISODE:Dr Angad Singh joins us to discuss Sadhana Constructions and to introduce the company to our listeners. Based in Perth, Western Australia, Sadhana brings a unique mindset to the SDA market. They offer a turn...
Episode 27 - Interest Rates, Inflation, and Beveridge Packages
EPISODE:Matt and Minh sit down to discuss interest rates and inflation rates and their effects on SDA property. They also discuss upcoming opportunities in Melbourne and the current demand for SDA housing.They also touch on t...
Episode 26 - Areas Around Sydney & NSW for SDA
EPISODE:Today, Donna, Eryn, & Minh from our office will discuss SDA demand throughout New South Wales, but more so in Sydney specifically. This podcast is only a quick intro to the NSW market from a macro perspectiv...
Episode 25 - Melbourne Land Supply, & Sourcing Land for SDA
EPISODE:Today, Rob Maxwell once again joins Minh to discuss land supply and acquisitions, particularly for those looking to invest within the SDA sector. They go through the various ways in which investors can source la...
Episode 24 - ELTON HOMES: Manufactured Housing & SDA
EPISODE:Today, special guest speaker David Lowden from Elton Homes joins Minh to discuss what Elton Homes does and the incredible feature that sets them apart from other builders. They also discuss future endeavours for...
Episode 23 - PPC URBAN: Town Planning and SDA Potential on Sites
Today, our guest speaker is Hong Knowling from PPC URBAN, who joins Matt to discuss her role as a Town Planner. They talk about the importance of a Town Planner working with investors who want to look at land sites which ma...