2. BS gave evidence at hearing, stating he had been FNN's NDIS support coordinator for a number of years and had worked closely with FNN and her family. BS supported the need for an order. Prior to the hearing, BS had submitted correspondence to the Tribunal dated 20 July 2025 (BS's correspondence) which states:

... > > [FNN] is currently under sustained pressure from multiple parties regarding her financial decisions. This has led to considerable stress and confusion. > > I believe that in the past, [FNN] has been unfairly influenced by external parties regarding her spending, without full consideration of her financial situational long-term needs. > > [FNN] has told me - and other staff - that at times she does not understand where her money has gone. As a result, important payments and direct debits have occasionally been missed. > > I am concerned about [FNN's] ability to fully understand the implications of entering financial agreements, including repayment terms, interest in associated fees, > > [FNN] has expressed a strong desire to improve her health - and admirable and important goal. However, her ability to attend the gym and swimming sessions is sometimes restricted due to insufficient funds. > > While [FNN] may present as someone who understands everything being discussed, it quickly becomes clear after verbal conversations that she has not grasped all aspects of any conversation - particularly financial conversation. This appears to be linked to cognition processing limitations. > > Despite ongoing support, [FNN] continues to struggle with budgeting, prioritising essential expenses, and financial planning. I believe this places her at long term financial risk. > > [FNN] is incredibly social and kind-hearted person, which unfortunately increases her vulnerability to undue influence -especially where money is concerned

3. At hearing, DN stated he had been informally managing FNN's financial matters for many years and had set up a bank account in her name which he is a signatory of and an investment account which has been increasing in amount over time. DN confirmed FNN has a debit card which she can use and has allocated personal spending money. DN stated FNN is a very generous person and when asked for money, she will often give it away.
4. No one at hearing opposed there being a need for an administrator. Ms Dalgleish stated FNN is wanting independence and the ability to make her own choices and not be controlled. Ms Dalgleish added that FNN at times does not feel she is sufficiently consulted with, however was supportive of having an administration order being made.
5. We find FNN needs an administration order. We are satisfied there is no least restrictive way to proceed at this time and no one is opposed to there being a need for an order. An administrator can assist FNN with budgeting, ensure payment of her expenses and manage her invested funds and where possible, help develop her financial skills and financial independence.

1. The application submits than an administration order will promote FNN's personal and social wellbeing in ensuring financial protection and protecting her against financial exploitation.

With this kind of support, she can avoid the anxiety of financial uncertainty and make informed decisions, allowing her to live with dignity and autonomy.

2. Ms Dalgleish submitted that an administration order would promote FNN's personal and social wellbeing as it would be less restrictive of FNN's person and freedom and promote FNN's quality of life and dignity of risk.
3. In BS's correspondence to the Tribunal, he states:

...[FNN] would significantly benefit from having an administrator - not to limit her rights, but to support her wellbeing and financial security in a consistent, protective and respectful manner.

4. Based on all the evidence before us, we find that an order promotes FNN's personal and social wellbeing. An administration order protects FNN's financial wellbeing and reduces the likelihood of others taking financial advantage of her. An order ensures FNN's funds are spent on her needs and wants and ensures payment of all her expenses. It also allows for steps to be taken to support FNN in developing financial skills and greater independence.

1. In the application, DN sought to be appointment FNN's administrator, but at hearing indicated he supported the appointment of the Public Trustee as administrator.
2. Ms Dalgleish stated that FNN's will and preference was the appointment of the Public Trustee as her administrator. Ms Dalgleish also supported the appointment of the Public Trustee. Stating FNN having an administrator, who was independent from family, would assist in preserving family relationships and remove some of the tensions that have existed to date.
3. Ms Baldwin indicated if Public Trustee were appointed, they would work with FNN and support her in paying some of the bills herself and find out what financial goals she wanted to work towards.
4. In BS's correspondence to the Tribunal, he states:

I believe that the appointment of an independent administrator would not only protect [FNN], but also alleviate interpersonal tensions, reduce anxiety and ensure a more transparent financial framework is in place. > > An administrative would also be well placed to assist [FNN] in articulating and achieving her personal goals by helping to structure her budget in line with her aspirations. > > Finally, [FNN] clearly has deep affection for her family and support circle. However, she often worries about upsetting those close to her and may avoid discussing her financial struggles openly for fear, of causing conflict or disappointment.

5. TX supported the appointment of the Public Trustee, indicating this had been FNN's expressed wish so as to enable her relationship with her father, to be solely as father/daughter, rather than a substitute decision maker.
6. As DN did not seek at hearing to be appointed FNN's administrator, we did not need to consider his suitability. No other person sought to be appointed as FNN's administrator. We therefore proceeded to appoint the Public Trustee as administrator for FNN, noting the will and preference of FNN, and the view of Ms Dalgleish, BS and TX to appoint an independent administrator.

1. After considering and applying s 8 principles of the Act and finding the criteria in s 20 of the Act is met, we determined to make an administration order.
2. The medical evidence does not indicate at this time there is a likelihood for change of FNN's decision-making ability, or evidence that there will be changes to FNN's circumstances which will mitigate the need of an order. We find an administration order is the least restrictive of FNN's decision and action as is possible in the circumstances. We determined the duration of order should be 3 years.
3. We made an order allowing for gifting from FNN's property, and within the discretion of the administrator, given FNN has close relationships with family members and her housemates.

1. The Public Trustee (Tas) is appointed as administrator for [FNN] until 3 August 2028.
2. The administrator is to lodge with the Tribunal a financial summary relating to the financial matters of [FNN] within 6 weeks from the date of this order.
3. The administrator is authorised to distribute gifts from [FNN's] property to a maximum of $300.00 per year. Such gifts are subject to the administrator's discretion.