New Zealand'Every morning, I fight myself': How a Paralympic swimmer battled her inner demons - and wonNew Zealand’s first Tongan swimming champion battles self-doubt and setbacks.24 Oct 04:00 PM
LifestyleHow the Topp Twins inspired Kiwi actress to help othersThe comedian's new project for World Sight Day is about helping those less able.12 Oct 08:00 PM
New ZealandDyslexic police candidate fails typing test, takes fight to courtGuy Greenslade failed the typing test three times and was rejected from Police College.10 Oct 05:00 AM
TravelPassenger left stranded after airline forgets wheelchair'This is not a lost bag. This is my mobility. These are like my legs.'02 Oct 08:37 PM
New ZealandMedical misadventure complaints up 25 per centComplaints to the Health and Disability Commissioner have shot up, causing big delays.30 Sep 07:27 PM
New ZealandTVNZ lawyer says it isn't up to the broadcaster to provide sign languageWitness says lack of sign language interpreters on TVNZ makes him feel forgotten about.15 Sep 03:18 AM
New Zealand'Centuries of alienation': Sign language needed on live broadcastsTVNZ said interpreters weren't provided on political debate nights for logistical reasons.14 Sep 07:00 AM
TravelModels 'furious' body positivity ad edited out prosthetic legThe body positivity campaign has been slammed as 'wrong and gross on many levels'.01 Aug 05:29 AM
New ZealandDisabled woman forced to shower on porch due to limited rental optionsAn expert calls for all new homes to be built with universal design standards.01 Aug 01:02 AM
New Zealand'Imbecile': Woman with service dog's shock exchange with Uber driverNina Gellert said it wasn't the first time Uber drivers had refused her and her dog.29 Jul 07:28 AM
TravelPrivate island resort to become one of the most accessible and inclusiveAmilla Maldives Resort hopes to become the world's first Inclucare-certified resort.27 Jul 03:16 AM
New Zealand'Hellhole, worse than prison': Kiwis should be ashamed of sick, sadistic treatment of disabled people, says IHCSurvivors described kids being raped and dehumanisation akin to concentration camps.21 Jul 08:41 AM
PoliticsMinister not ruling out cuts to funding for housing for disabled peopleMegan Woods has not ruled out cutting a programme for disabled people's public housing14 Jul 05:59 AM
New ZealandBoy in state care given enough medication to tranquillise horseBrother describes years of neglect and abuse his kin suffered at the hands of the state.12 Jul 09:23 AM
New Zealand'No quality of life': Care institution a 'hellhole' for disabled girlSister was devastated to learn physical abuse and neglect her younger sibling suffered.11 Jul 07:54 AM
New ZealandGovernment launches Ministry of Disabled PeopleIt will be first ministry with an official name in sign language, te reo and English.30 Jun 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandExplainer: End of DHBs - what you need to know about new systemThe focus has been on the top end of the planned changes - what about the local level?30 Jun 06:18 PM
New ZealandInside the $100m new ministry launching today - is it what the community needs?Ministry for Disabled People plans to be a new voice for a huge number of New Zealanders.30 Jun 05:00 PM
Crime'Huge concern': Nearly a third of adults were a victim of crime in 2021Survey shows 1.2 million Kiwis were victims of a crime last year. Who's most at risk?28 Jun 11:03 PM
New ZealandDisability advocate puts MoH on notice over bathing ban, threatens UN complaintThe bathing ban followed two drownings of disabled people in the care of Idea Services.22 Jun 05:00 PM
TravelDisabled passenger dead at London airport in 'tragic' incidentThe tragedy comes as London airports are plagued by staff shortages.21 Jun 09:04 PM
New ZealandCustomer with autism says he was pressured into buying AA membershipThe man's parents said he was distressed after feeling bullied into paying.21 Jun 04:04 AM
New ZealandDisabled teen's 'can-do' attitude shines on rugby fieldThe student, born with partly-formed arms, is competing in an annual rugby tournament.13 Jun 05:00 PM
TravelAKL airport launches mobility valet service to smooth building disruptionThe service is to ease disabled access during construction of the public transport hub.08 Jun 07:04 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentKings and queens of philanthropy: NZ's billionaire benefactors and generous family dynastiesUber-rich families that gift are plentiful around Auckland.04 Jun 07:00 AM
New ZealandBoy, 8, permanently disabled in crash caused by 11-time drink-driverRecidivist drink-driver Peter Stringfellow was subject to supervision when he reoffended.18 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandSchool suspensions can help get support for autistic kids, principal saysAutistic students are almost three times more likely to be stood down or suspended.17 May 12:20 AM
New Zealand'Punished for their disability': Autistic students three times more likely to be stood downGovernment funding helps lower suspension odds - but there's not enough for everyone.16 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'We live in a man's world': NZ lags behind other countries in women's health"When we look at systems of all sorts around the world we see inequality for women."07 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Just part of being a woman': How our health system ignores and neglects female patients - and what can be done about it'I kept thinking maybe I'm just being weak, maybe I just need to harden up...'05 May 11:27 PM
PoliticsAutistic 12yo banned from NZ: Thousands urge for exception to reunite familyArianna's mum, a New Zealand resident, has remained in the Philippines to look after her.25 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandGovt poorly supported disabled people in Omicron outbreak - inquiryNZ Disability Support Network says disabled people forgotten about in Covid-19 response.23 Apr 09:14 PM
New Zealand'It's not a choice': No transport, no school for dyslexic teenMum says daughter with learning needs was unfairly penalised for going to private school.22 Apr 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldAudrey Young: Blessings, bad news and plan B in Aussie election campaignWeek 2 wrap: Crushing egg-shells and catching Covid on the Australian campaign trail.22 Apr 01:00 AM
