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About Desert Star – Trusted NDIS Care Rooted in Community

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A bright living room with large windows, black leather seating, wooden coffee tables, and tiled flooring features a Coe Industrial air conditioning unit on the wall. Greenery is visible just outside the windows.
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NDIS Nursing 
& Support Alice Springs

At Desert Star Nursing and Support Services, we provide personalised, culturally sensitive NDIS care across Alice Springs and remote Central Australia. Our experienced, multilingual team, including registered nurses, delivers flexible, high-quality support tailored to your unique needs. Whether you’re seeking daily living assistance, community access, or high-intensity nursing care, we’re here to help you live with dignity and independence.



Founded by Erik van Oost, a seasoned nurse with international experience, Desert Star Nursing and Support Services is a locally owned provider committed to delivering compassionate, personalised care. Our team, including Erik’s partner Narelle, a nurse with over 20 years of experience, brings a wealth of knowledge and a deep understanding of the unique needs of our community. We pride ourselves on building long-term relationships, offering flexible support, and maintaining a strong presence in remote Indigenous communities.

A panoramic view of a small town with buildings and roads, including the Coe Industrial area, surrounded by trees and shrubland, set against a backdrop of red rocky hills under a clear blue sky.

Driven by Purpose, 
Guided by Values

Our core values shape every project, partnership, and decision we make. Discover the principles that drive our team, foster trust, and ensure consistent, high-quality results across all our work.

Compassion First

We approach every individual with empathy, kindness, and genuine care. Our support is built on truly understanding your needs and walking alongside you with respect and humanity.

Cultural Integrity

Rooted in Central Australia, we honour the traditions, languages, and identities of our diverse communities. We listen, learn, and adapt to ensure culturally safe and inclusive care for all.

Quality Without Compromise

With experienced nurses and highly trained staff, we deliver consistently high standards of care. We are committed to continuous improvement and doing things right—even when no one is watching.

Personalised Empowerment

We believe in flexible, client-led support that enhances independence. Your goals drive our services, and we work collaboratively to ensure your voice is heard and your choices respected.

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Our Mission & Vision

At Desert Star Nursing and Support Services, our mission is to deliver compassionate, culturally attuned, and high-quality nursing and disability support that empowers individuals to live with dignity, independence, and purpose—wherever they call home. We believe in personalised care that evolves with each person’s needs, values, and goals, creating meaningful relationships built on trust and respect.



Our vision is to become the most trusted name in community-based NDIS care across remote and regional Australia. We aim to set the benchmark for ethical, culturally respectful, and person-centred support—ensuring that every individual, no matter their background or location, receives the care they deserve from people who truly understand and value them.

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