NDIS Services

At Ironbark, we understand that no two people, or support needs, are the same. We provide nature-based mentoring for NDIS participants and the wider community who are seeking opportunities to improve their wellbeing and quality of life. We don’t use a therapeutic or clinical framework, instead, our approach is simple: we offer participants a safe, consistent outlet with a trusted, qualified adult to explore the outdoors alongside. We focus on building real relationships, sharing meaningful time in nature, and creating space for participants to just be themselves, without pressure or judgment.

Whether it's hiking, mountain biking, fishing, or sitting quietly by a creek, we offer calm, flexible experiences where people can reconnect with themselves, others, and the world around them. Many of our participants live with psychosocial disabilities, such as ADHD, autism, depression or social anxiety. Our mentoring offers a bridge between formal supports and everyday life, helping people feel seen, supported, and capable.

Disclaimer: We are not a registered NDIS provider; however, we welcome self-managed and plan-managed participants and work closely with them to deliver tailored support.

While we strive to support a diverse range of people, our services may not be suitable for everyone. We assess each individual’s needs and circumstances to ensure we can provide safe, effective, and meaningful support. This helps us maintain quality and a positive experience for all clients.

How We Can Support You

Each participant’s journey is different, but common benefits of our sessions include:

A reliable outlet for stress, emotional regulation, and routine
A healthy, low-pressure way to spend time outdoors and away from screens
A consistent relationship with a positive adult role model
Building confidence through outdoor skills and gentle challenges
Opportunities for social development in 1:1 or small group settings
Time and space for reflection, conversation, or just quiet companionship
Development of motivation, independence, and community access

Some common NDIS goals we support include:

“I want to build confidence leaving the house and trying new things”
“I want to improve my physical and mental wellbeing”
“I want to have regular contact with someone I trust”
“I want to increase my independence and decision-making”
“I want to participate in my community more comfortably”
“I want to learn new skills in the outdoors”
“I want to have fun in safe, supported environments”

Want to check if Ironbark is a good fit for your NDIS plan?

Reach out and we’ll happily chat through options with you and your support team.

NDIS Funding Categories & Line Items

We are not a registered NDIS provider and can therefore only work with self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants. Depending on the participant’s plan and goals, our adventures may be funded under several different categories. These are discussed with each family/support team individually, but the most commonly used are outlined below:

How it works with NDIS

You book and complete an adventure with us, just like any other service.
We send you or your plan manager an invoice after the adventure with all NDIS-required details.
You or your plan manager processes the payment from your plan funds.

Note: If you're unsure whether our service fits within your plan, we're happy to chat with your plan manager or support coordinator to help clarify any questions and ensure everything aligns with your funding.

Service Pricing

As a non-registered provider, we are not bound by NDIS price limits. We offer a range of flexible pricing options and packages, and can accommodate split billing where required.

For full pricing across all adventure types and group discounts, see our full Service & Pricing Guide here

Core Supports:

04_210_0125_6_1 – Community Social and Recreational Activities
- For outdoor mentoring, mountain biking, hiking, or other nature-based and recreational experiences that promote community participation.

Capacity Building / Community Participation:

09_008_0116_6_3 – Innovative Community Participation
- Group or individual skill-building in real-world settings, increasing confidence, independence, and social participation.
09_011_0125_6_3 – Community Participation Activities
- One-off or structured sessions supporting engagement and inclusion in the community.

Note: We invoice clearly and transparently, and are happy to work with your plan manager or support coordinator to ensure the right category and line item is used based on your individual plan.