Top watchdog shames two schools; worries some student enrolments, suspensions not fair
Ombudsman rebukes Auckland’s St Peter’s College and Christchurch’s Cashmere High.
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'I feel cheated': Tetraplegic denied ACC care despite missed meningitis diagnosis
Glen Murphy has exhausted every opportunity for taxpayer-funded care.
Miriam Margolyes reveals her health is deteriorating in tragic update
The actor admits she regrets not making lifestyle changes after an operation last year.
He was paralysed by a stroke. How he still lives at home 15 years later
'He couldn’t talk, he couldn’t eat, had to be tube-fed, he couldn’t move.'
And... action: Inclusive Performance Academy shines on stage and screen
TV scriptwriter Fiona McKenzie established the Academy four years ago.
Abuse in Care inquiry: Snapshot of 138 recommendations for redress
The 3000-page report calls for apologies, redress and police investigations.
'Little to no financial compensation': Abuse in care survivors suffer third-class system
The Prime Minister said he was committed to doing 'the right thing'.
Use of restraint and force revealed in disability support report
Poor management of medication, health conditions, support plans also revealed.
‘This is unusual': Parent flip-flops on drowsy daughter’s condition in attempted murder trial
The parent came home to find their partner overdosed on drugs and slumped over in a chair.
Support workers caught abusing disabled woman - 'you’re an ugly human being'
She wanted to keep her iPad and charger in her room.
‘My life has been better’: Auckland mum loses eye to cancer, finds dreams
Surgeons had to remove a woman's eye after discovering a mandarin-sized tumour.
A 'Burning Love' for exercise: Filling the gap for disabled fitness in Hawke's Bay
Leana Becker saw a need, so she set out to make a difference.
Circus Kumarani marks 21 years as stage for all ages and abilities
The community circus is about supporting people of all ages and abilities.
New homes from $49k: House Me cuts prices
New showroom is about to open at Wigram in that fast-growing area of Christchurch.
Jan Lawton looks forward to relaxing retirement after long service at Workbridge
'Jan is very well-known and respected in the Whanganui community,'
Lawsuit revived over US woman found alive in body bag
She gasped for air with her eyes open when a body bag was unzipped at a funeral home.
Phone news service operating for quarter of a century needs new volunteers
Those with a talent for talking are urged to put their name forward.
Thomas Coughlan: Think the Budget is over? $85 billion says you’re wrong
OPINION: Details of the biggest health spend-up in NZ's history are imminent.
Small Business: Carrie Lagerstedt on decluttering neurodiverse homes
A small business susses out the difference between chronic disorganisation and hoarding.
Top accessible attractions on the Gold Coast
There are lots of accessible adventures to be had across the Gold Coast.
Health watchdog taking years to investigate complaints - amid ‘significant pressure’
Covid backlog, ancient IT system part of problem, but upgrade request for latter rejected.
The BBC journo who was shot by terrorists six times - and survived
Times: In June 2004, Frank Gardner the storyteller became the story himself.
'Shocking': Intellectually disabled woman left unchecked for two days, found dead in bed
Care staff feared the 30-year-old might act aggressively so they left her alone.
Australia’s major airports introduce Sunflower Lanyards for those with hidden disabilities
Five airports in Australia are stepping up to help those who need extra assistance.
Live with Attitude - Mads Harrop
NZ musician Mads Harrop talks to Attitude's Tanya Black on what it's like living with Tourette syndrome. Video / Attitude Pictures
Dunedin musician shines light on living with Tourette syndrome
Mads Harrop says she finds solace from her condition while on stage.
Dunedin musician Mads Harrop on living with Tourette syndrome
Dunedin musician Mads Harrop has lost count of the times she’s been told to watch her language in public. Video / Attitude Pictures
An amazing, accessible adventure awaits you in the Blue Mountains
The Blue Mountains offer a stunning and accessible day out just an hour from Sydney.
Tory Whanau reveals ADHD diagnosis with 'traits of autism'
The mayor's diagnosis came while she was seeking help for her drinking problem.
'He's a hero': Stabbing victim was just days from graduating as chef
Bailey Ecclestone, 22, said he never wanted to hurt anyone that fateful night.
Advocates say those struggling to heat homes, feed kids left out in 'Budget of nothing'
“I see nothing in this Budget for those on low incomes, all I see is cuts."
Landlord tried to evict disabled car crash victim for not keeping rental clean
The tenant would have been left homeless if the landlord had been successful.
The truth about OCD – separating fact from fiction
OCD is a mental health condition that's often misunderstood. Here's what you need to know.
'Bad taste': Union boss rebuked in stoush over bus stop announcements
Boss distributed leaflets about “excessively loud and distracting” announcements.