Running an NDIS business shouldn't feel this stressful.

The NDIS regulatory environment is complex, constantly changing, and often unforgiving. NDIStress helps NDIS providers navigate governance, compliance and risk with clarity and confidence.

Because you don't know what you don't know... yet.

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TRUSTED BY NDIS PROVIDERS ACROSS AUSTRALIA Currently supporting 163 members
Governance & Compliance Audit-ready systems
Weekly Training Webinars Live Q&A sessions
Emergency Triage Rapid response support
THE REALITY

The Reality of Running an NDIS Business

You started your organisation to support people. But the regulatory burden can feel overwhelming.

Restrictive Practices

Staff asking if something is a restrictive practice and you're unsure of the answer.

Incident Reporting

An incident occurs and you're unsure if it must be reported to the Commission.

Participant Rights

A support coordinator raises concerns about participant rights.

Billing Compliance

A billing question arises that could affect your compliance standing.

Investigation Fear

You hear about an investigation happening to another provider and wonder if you could be next.

NDIS provider team discussing compliance

NDIStress exists to help carry that burden.

— For NDIS providers who care deeply but carry too much.
YOU’RE NOT ALONE

You Shouldn’t Have to Navigate This Alone

Many NDIS providers try to solve compliance and governance issues themselves — searching online, asking colleagues, or trying to interpret legislation and guidance documents. But the reality is that the NDIS regulatory environment often requires specialist understanding.

NDIStress provides something many providers don’t currently have:

Ask Before It Becomes a Problem

A place to ask the question before the issue becomes a problem.

A Non-Judgemental Voice

A non-judgemental voice to help you understand what’s happening.

A Trusted Strategist

A strategist to help you feel safe and confident in what you are doing.

OUR SERVICES

What NDIStress Does

Three pillars of support designed to replace uncertainty with clarity.

01
Governance documents and policy framework review

Governance & Compliance Insight

Understand your obligations under the NDIS framework. We help you build governance systems that are practical, defensible and audit-ready.

  • Compliance risk identification
  • Governance framework review
  • Audit preparation support
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02
Compliance officer reviewing regulatory documents

Compliance Triage

When issues arise, you need guidance fast. Our triage support helps you respond appropriately to incidents, complaints and regulatory concerns.

  • Incident response guidance
  • Regulatory concern support
  • Complaint management advice
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03
NDIS provider team attending training webinar

Education & Growth

Practical training designed to help NDIS providers identify areas for growth — whether that’s geographic, registration groups, or different funding opportunities such as Tenders, Child Care and Aged Care. We’re here to help you on your journey.

  • Practical, hands-on training
  • Identify areas for growth
  • New funding pathways (Tenders, Child Care, Aged Care)

With Mark’s support, providers are diversifying their organisation through registration with Aged Care, Child Care and government Tenders.

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OUR APPROACH

Calm, Clear Guidance When You Need It

NDIStress helps NDIS providers move from uncertainty to confidence. We work alongside you to strengthen your governance, reduce your risk, and ensure your organisation is prepared for whatever comes next.

Our approach is practical, accessible and grounded in real-world experience across the disability and regulatory sectors.

Understand Obligations

Know exactly what the NDIS requires of your organisation.

Identify Risks Early

Spot compliance gaps before they become costly problems.

Respond Appropriately

Act quickly and correctly when incidents occur.

Stronger Governance

Build systems that withstand audits and protect participants.

Operate with Confidence

Lead your organisation knowing you're doing it right.

Dr Mark Hunn, NDIStress founder and governance specialist
25+ Years Governance Specialist
Dr Mark Hunn, CEO of NDIStress, headshot portrait
MEET THE FOUNDER

Dr Mark Hunn

CEO – NDIStress

Dr Mark Hunn is a governance and compliance specialist with more than 25 years of experience across corporate, government and not-for-profit sectors. A practising solicitor, Mark holds a Bachelor of Psychology and Law, a Master of Laws, and a Doctorate in Corporate Leadership in the NDIS. Through NDIStress, Mark works with NDIS providers across Australia to strengthen governance systems, reduce regulatory risk, and build resilient organisations capable of delivering high-quality services.

Practising Solicitor Bachelor of Psychology and Law Master of Laws Doctorate in Corporate Leadership in the NDIS
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MEMBERSHIP

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OUR TEAM

Meet the Specialists

Book a 1-on-1 session with a governance, compliance, or NDIS specialist.

Dr Mark Hunn

Dr Mark Hunn

CEO & Founder

Founder & CEO of NDIStress with 23+ years across the disability, corporate, government and not-for-profit sectors — specialising in governance, risk, compliance, leadership and business growth.

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Carmen Ceniza

Carmen Ceniza

Finance & HR Specialist

Finance and HR professional with 20+ years helping businesses build strong financial foundations, with deep SCHADS Award and NDIS payroll expertise.

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Michelle Howell

Michelle Howell

Behaviour Support & Nursing Care Specialist

Registered Nurse and Advanced Behaviour Support Practitioner specialising in behaviour support plans, restrictive practices and NDIS Commission compliance.

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Rebecca Donahue-Wicks

Rebecca Donahue-Wicks

Provider Mentor Specialist

Mentor and community services professional with 24+ years supporting providers on leadership, ethics, service delivery and sustainable, values-driven growth.

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WHO IT’S FOR

Who NDIStress Is For

NDIS business owners
Directors and senior leaders
New and emerging providers
Established providers navigating growth

If you operate within the NDIS sector and want greater clarity around governance and compliance — or just a reassuring voice who knows what you’re going through — NDIStress can help.

Replace Uncertainty With Confidence

You started your organisation to support people. You shouldn't have to carry the stress alone.

Governance Compliance Education Triage
TESTIMONIALS

What NDIS Providers Say

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Trusted by providers across Australia

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NDIStress helped us understand our compliance obligations before an audit. The weekly webinars are invaluable for staying up to date.

James R. / NDIS Provider Director

Having someone to call when an incident occurs gives us incredible peace of mind. Mark's expertise in governance is unmatched.

David K. / Operations Manager

The governance training webinars have transformed how our leadership team approaches compliance. We feel informed and prepared.

Sarah M. / NDIS Provider CEO

Dr Mark just seems to have this knack of explaining things, that are really complex, in the most simplest ways. I’ve spent days researching things to try to understand, but he’ll explain it to me in 5 minutes!

Emma T. / Support Coordinator

The team at NDIStress helped us get a tender with the government. I didn’t even know this was a thing I could do, but it has totally changed my stress because now I’m not dependent on the NDIS.

Daniel P. / NDIS Provider Owner

Join NDIStress Today

Take the first step toward clarity and confidence.

What happens next?
  • We'll contact you within 24 hours
  • A brief discovery call to understand your needs
  • Tailored recommendation and onboarding
Dr Mark Hunn, NDIStress governance consultant
EMAIL info@ndistress.com.au
SERVICE AREA

Australia-wide service

SUPPORT

Members receive priority access to compliance triage

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

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NDIStress is a governance and compliance support service for Australian NDIS providers. We help business owners, directors and leaders understand their regulatory obligations, respond to incidents, and build stronger governance systems through membership, training and triage support.
NDIStress membership is $59 per week, with a 12-month commitment. This gives you access to weekly training webinars, compliance triage support, regulatory updates and our full library of governance resources.
Members receive access to weekly live training webinars, Q&A sessions with governance experts, regular regulatory updates, compliance triage support when issues arise, and a growing library of practical resources and templates.
NDIStress is designed for NDIS business owners, directors, compliance managers and operational leaders who want to strengthen their governance, reduce risk and stay ahead of regulatory changes in the NDIS sector.
NDIStress membership operates on a 12-month commitment to ensure you get the full benefit of our training and support cycle. After the initial 12-month term, memberships renew on a month-to-month basis and can be cancelled with 30 days written notice. We believe in earning your continued membership through the value we deliver.