Opinion<i>Garth George:</i> Screening on slippery slope to eugenicsGarth George writes that an expanded screening programme for Down Syndrome may go against the rights of the disabled.15 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandBlind friend, guide dog 'threatened' An Auckland woman has been charged with threatening her blind neighbour and her guide dog, but she claims it's all "a storm in a teacup".28 Aug 05:30 PM
New ZealandPool repair bill leaves patients high and dryThe region's only warm water therapy pool has closed down and the trust that runs it is facing a half-million dollar repair bill.26 Aug 01:38 AM
Small BusinessThe long walk to success for NZ robot leg makersAn overnight sensation seven years in the making.22 Aug 05:30 PM
EntertainmentDance Review: Touch Compass Dance <i>Triple Bill 2010</i>Touch Compass achieves new levels of artistry in Triple Bill season finds Raewyn Whyte19 Aug 09:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi drug victim sought for $1m payoutA Melbourne lawyer is looking for thalidomide victim Craig Phillips, who's in line for a million-dollar windfall.31 Jul 01:14 AM
New ZealandTragic end to 'little button's' lifeSandy Adams kissed Skye goodbye and the child let out her typical high-pitched giggle. It was the last time she saw her 'little button' alive.16 Jul 04:00 PM
TechnologyKiwi company unveils life-changing technologyA local company has launched the Rex exoskeleton, a robotic device which enables wheelchair-bound people to walk.15 Jul 01:40 AM
New ZealandBlind behind the wheelA car loaded with technology offers blind people independence.10 Jul 04:00 PM
New Zealand<i>Unsung Heroes Winners 2010:</i> Roy Bartlett - inspiring disabled children04 Jul 04:00 PM
New ZealandIncreasing number of NZers going blindAbout 68,000 New Zealanders aged over 40 already have glaucoma and the number is likely to increase as the population ages and people live longer.28 Jun 11:37 PM
