Welcome to NIISQ

The National Injury Insurance Scheme (NIISQ) is a no-fault Scheme which provides eligible people with necessary and reasonable treatment, care and support, in some cases for their lifetime.

Anyone who experiences serious personal injuries as a result of a motor vehicle accident in Queensland, on or after 1 July 2016, may be eligible to receive support from NIISQ.

You can read more about eligibility here.

NIISQ community

  • Dave

    Dave, a sparkie from Weipa and NIISQ participant reflects on his life with a traumatic-brain injury including the early days, returning to work and becoming a dad (his best role yet!).

  • Jason

    NIISQ participant Jason had a clear vision for his future post-injury, and his goals included contributing to his community and establishing his farm stay, 'Stones Throw Away'. Here, Jason created a space where people could connect with nature and farm animals.

  • Jan

    Learn about the difference NIISQ has made in the life of our participant, Jan. Thanks to NIISQ-funded home and vehicle modifications, Jan has been empowered to stay living in her home, while also getting out and about in the community after a brachial plexus injury in September 2021.

NIISQ vs NDIS

The NIISQ & the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) are two separate schemes designed to provide funding and access to support for people with a disability.

They are administered by different agencies, and also have different eligibility requirements, available supports and funding methods.

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The Healing Journey motif from the Walking Together artwork by Uncle Paul Calcott.

The NIISQ Agency is committed to providing an inclusive and culturally safe environment for our participants and their families.

Learn more about how we work with First Nations participants