NDIS Cuts Threaten Blind Bowls Champion's Dreams

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West Australian blind bowls athlete Serge Asquer faces challenges to his dreams of competing internationally due to significant cuts in his National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) support hours.
Asquer, who lost his vision seven years ago, had his NDIS funding reduced from 24 hours to four per week, with further cuts planned, impacting his ability to live independently and participate in sport.

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West Australian blind bowls athlete Serge Asquer faces challenges to his dreams of competing internationally due to significant cuts in his National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) support hours. Asquer, who lost his vision seven years ago, had his NDIS funding reduced from 24 hours to four per week, with further cuts planned, impacting his ability to live independently and participate in sport.

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