BusinessFrom a broken neck to owning a companyTim Young is not your average 28-year-old - he has a Master's degree, owns his own home, has launched a company and is now building an app.01 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandSports minister ignored Halberg concernsJonathan Coleman declined to meet two parents of disabled children who were dissatisfied with the Halberg Disability Sports Foundation30 Oct 12:17 AM
New ZealandTaxi driver denied paroleA taxi driver who repeatedly molested a special needs teenager has been denied parole.27 Oct 08:50 PM
EmploymentDown's syndrome man celebrates 30 yrs at McD'sA branch of McDonald's in Sydney threw a party this week to mark the 30th anniversary of one staff member's first day on the job.26 Oct 08:30 PM
LifestyleWhat happens when my son with Down syndrome is no longer cute?What people see right now is an adorable little boy with Down syndrome. But what happens when he grows up? asks Charles Moss.26 Oct 06:12 AM
New Zealand'He doesn't even know he's in prison'Foisting a young man who has serious challenges on the criminal justice system was not appropriate, a judge said today.20 Oct 12:58 AM
New ZealandWatch NZH Local Focus: A prayer session where 'anything goes'Joyful Ministries in Hamilton is giving people with intellectual disabilities a chance to connect with faith in their own way. Made with funding by New Zealand on Air.19 Oct 01:31 AM
New ZealandWatch NZH Local Focus: A prayer session where ‘anything goes’Joyful Ministries in Hamilton is giving people with intellectual disabilities a chance to connect with faith in their own way. Made with funding by New Zealand on Air.Watch19 Oct 01:30 AM
WorldMum 'found it impossible to cope'Police are treating the tragic death of a family of four as a murder-suicide, as neighbours reveal the parents' struggle with disabled children.17 Oct 04:58 PM
New ZealandVictim's mum questions CCTV roll-outMandatory CCTV cameras in special needs transport is still not in place, more than a year after the Ministry of Education vowed it was imminent.16 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandFamily 'dismayed' over Ashley Peacock proposalHealth authorities are considering plans to move mental health patient Ashley Peacock, to the dismay of his parents.29 Sep 05:00 AM
New ZealandWatch NZH Local Focus: Kids in Hastings embrace sign languageOnly 10 students at Ebbett Park School having hearing difficulties but the whole school learns sign language. And these awesome kids have made their own YouTube clip to showcase their skills. Made with funding from NZ on AirWatch28 Sep 05:59 AM
OpinionPhil O'Reilly: Let's bring disabled into jobsCOMMENT: The challenge is how do we improve employment opportunities for our intellectually disabled people?27 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandWilliam Barnes to auction Mastermind chairWilliam Barnes is auctioning off the Mastermind chair to the Samuel Gibson Memorial Trust next month. "I was so impressed by his 21 Sep 03:20 AM
New ZealandMum's grief: 'They let him down'The mother of a disabled teen who died after drowning in a bath says carers failed to use common sense and that ultimately led to 20 Sep 12:28 AM
OpinionGough: Only tragedy is misjudged pityErin Gough responds to a column that expressed sympathy for a range of people whose worries were worse than a latte or the valuation of their house.11 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldDamage done by calling Trump 'crazy'COMMENT: Is Donald Trump experiencing a mental illness? That's the question making the rounds these days.08 Aug 06:39 PM
New ZealandNelson school vows to fight to stay openA decision to start discussions over the future of a special education school for girls is "unbelievably short-sighted", the school's board chairman says.17 Jun 12:06 AM
New ZealandLong road to UN for champion of disabledRobert Martin has come a long way from an institution in Levin.15 Jun 02:54 AM
OpinionGibson: Ending seclusion should be top of listNo New Zealander is too disabled to belong in a family, to have a home and to be treated with dignity, yet this is exactly what is happening to Ashley Peacock.08 Jun 05:00 PM
BusinessA metre tall - but living largeHe's just a metre tall and most of his bones have been fractured by disease. But Samuel Gibson is an inspiring inventor and adventurer.05 May 09:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Paralysed cyclist helps disabled people to drive againPaul Crake, who was paralysed in a cycling accident, has set up a company which helps disabled people to drive again. Watch22 Feb 08:41 PM
LifestylePaul Crake driven to help othersThe fastest man to run up New York's Empire State Building is back in Auckland with a mission to help others who have ended up in a wheelchair.22 Feb 04:00 PM
TravelAirline blasted for refusing wheelchairA disabled rights campaigner has blasted Air France for "nearly ruining his honeymoon" after they refused to allow his electric wheelchair on board.16 Feb 10:57 PM
New ZealandSupport for plightSupport has flooded in for an advocate for people with disabilities who risks being booted out of New Zealand.06 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandDisabled migrant's fightAn advocate for people with disabilities has been ordered out of New Zealand - despite her family living here and her doctor saying she would not be a health burden.30 Jan 04:00 PM
AthleticsMedals boost for special athletesPlaying sport can be hugely competitive, as people vie to achieve greatness.14 Dec 04:00 PM
SportBlind wrestler fighting for a shot at the topBlind grappler Clinton Davies is fighting for a shot to compete on the world stage next year - and against athletes who can see.13 Dec 12:29 AM
New ZealandAttitude Award's supreme winnerShe felt lonely right through primary school because of a disability but last night took out a top award for her generosity to others.03 Dec 10:37 PM
OpinionPaul Gibson: Less visible disabilities not getting support neededOne in four of us live with a disability, writes Paul Gibson. Today we celebrate our diversity. We achieve, not despite, but because of who we are. We all deserve to be included fully.02 Dec 08:25 PM
EntertainmentAnthem for disabled 'triumphant'A new song to mark today's Day of People with Disability also aims to give our Paralympians a rousing anthem for next year's Rio games.02 Dec 04:00 PM
LifestyleMedical problem makes life toughThey consider Canberra home but this New Zealand family are struggling to make ends meet after having support for their autistic son withdrawn.25 Nov 04:00 PM
SportDisabled runners stepping out in NYA number of Kiwis will forgo the Rugby World Cup final to stand on the start line of the New York City Marathon tomorrow morning.30 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandClimbs bring change 4000 steps closerJordon Milroy refuses to let cerebral palsy define him.24 Oct 04:00 PM
