Tasmania faces implementation challenges for Australia's new $42.3M national autism strategy.
The rollout of Australia's national autism strategy in Tasmania faces challenges due to the recent administration of Autism Tasmania. The $42.3 million strategy aims to improve diagnosis and services, support employment, and fund education initiatives. However, Tasmania lacks a body to implement the strategy, causing concerns over advocacy and oversight. Critics also point out financial burdens on families for autism assessments and long waiting times for diagnoses.
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