PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDisability ministry didn't warn of funding changes because of concern about last-minute spend-upNewly released documents shed light on the leadup to the shock funding changes in March.06 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandGive us a chance: Employers urged to consider deaf applicantsA profoundly deaf woman says deaf people face many barriers in finding employment04 May 10:00 PM
New ZealandObituary: Advocate Sir Robert Martin paved path for disability rightsSir Robert Martin is remembered as a trailblazer for the disabled community.02 May 10:16 PM
New ZealandDisability ministry’s problems revealed in confidential memoThe Government is expected to confirm a review of Whaikaha today.29 Apr 11:25 PM
OpinionOpinion: People with rare disorders the most vulnerable in societyOPINION: Kiwis have been showing their aroha and support for the rarest among us.29 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandHow to tell if your preschooler is autisticNew programme for preschool children about to be trialled in New Zealand.27 Apr 01:03 AM
New ZealandDisability funding cuts hurt: 'There's nothing to help us'Kristy Kewene loves her son James, 23, but says caring for him is tough.26 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandWaikato athletes scoop up awards at Halberg GamesThe Hallberg Games are a national sports festival for Kiwis with physical disabilities.25 Apr 08:00 PM
New ZealandRoles supporting disabled school kids among those proposed for axeDocuments suggest the loss of nearly 600 roles at the Ministry of Education.24 Apr 08:37 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionClaire TrevettOpinion: The way Luxon rolls will keep ministers on their toesOPINION: The PM's message is clear: if you're not up to the job, you don't keep it.24 Apr 03:49 AM
PoliticsChristopher Luxon announces Cabinet reshufflePrime Minister Christopher Luxon announces senior Cabinet ministers will take over the Broadcasting and Disability Issues portfolios. Video / Mark MitchellWatch24 Apr 03:13 AM
PoliticsWatch: 'Absolute sense of chaos' - Labour responds to shock Cabinet sackingsPenny Simmonds has also been stripped of the Disability Issues portfolio.24 Apr 02:22 AM
Talanoa'Autism is not what defines our daughter'Fa'alili Fa'alili, 10, was diagnosed with autism when she was 2 years old.23 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandTen-year-old raises awareness for Autism Acceptance MonthFa'alili Fa'alili is a 10-year-old who was diagnosed with autism when she was 2 years old. She has severe language delay, but enjoys music and reading. Video / Elizabeth Fa'aliliWatch23 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandWaikato athlete picked for Special Olympics World Winter GamesLocal snowboarder is part of New Zealand’s preliminary squad for 2025 event.22 Apr 11:39 PM
New ZealandAutistic man cleared to take case to Supreme CourtThe man has been detained for 18 years because he is considered too dangerous to release.19 Apr 12:38 AM
New Zealand'Savage cuts': Ministry of Education and Oranga Tamariki look to slash 1000 jobsThe PSA has called it a 'brutal day' for the public sector.17 Apr 01:30 AM
New Zealand'Bitterly disappointed:' Mum caring for disabled son isn't classified as homeworkerA new Court of Appeal ruling means the woman won't be entitled to backpay or compensation.16 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Frankly a disgrace’: ACC taxi service for injured sees surge in complaintsBroken ankle sufferer left standing in street in pain for taxis that never arrived.15 Apr 05:00 PM
AirlinesTeething trouble at Auckland Airport's $300m transport hub leads to tweaksThere have been complaints about facilities for disabled travellers.15 Apr 12:00 AM
LifestyleConjoined twins dead at 62 - the pair who defied medical expectationsThe oldest living conjoined twins have died in Pennsylvania.14 Apr 06:03 AM
TalanoaWilliam Sangster: 'How can a journalist tell stories if he’s non-verbal?'OPINION: 'I had to come up with different ways to interview people.'12 Apr 05:00 PM
TalanoaFormer kickboxing champ 'Psycho' Suttie calls out drivers who abuse disabled car parksSuttie's 11-year-old son Phoenix was born with Cerebral Palsy.12 Apr 05:35 AM
New ZealandHeavyweight kickboxer encourages people not to park in handicap spacesFormer heavyweight kickboxer and Muay Thai champ Jason Suttie is encouraging people not to park in disabled carpark spots because people need them. Video / Jason SuttieWatch10 Apr 10:27 PM
KahuOpinion: Vulnerable, disabled, marginalised targeted - Debbie Ngarewa-PackerOPINION: True leaders stand up for the rights and dignity of all individuals.10 Apr 03:27 AM
New Zealand'Incredible and unexpected': StarJam response delights jammersIn less than a week, the not-for-profit raised more than $165,000.08 Apr 12:37 AM
New ZealandWaikato wheelchair rugby player tackles Outward Bound courseThe special programme was developed with Paralympics New Zealand and NZ Wheelchair Rugby.07 Apr 11:55 PM
Black CapsWatch: 'Just keep going': Chris Cairns walks with cane after spinal strokeBlack Caps great Chris Cairns continues to make remarkable progress.07 Apr 05:35 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentSpinal Destination star on overcoming darkness, depression and his disabilityA sudden accident left him a tetraplegic, now he’s the star of a new local dramedy.05 Apr 09:30 PM
New ZealandParalympian's 'wounded soul' healed by a love of jazzGold-winning Paralympian Dave MacCalman has no complaints and no regrets.05 Apr 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPlaygroup for parents? How Ghana's hospitality inspired a caregiving movementRochelle Hairs is bringing a slice of Africa to Hawke's Bay for a good cause.04 Apr 11:00 PM
New ZealandEnrich+ gallery showcases local entries for IHC Art Awards 2024Mayor Susan O'Regan has also been asked to pick three pieces for the Art Studio Awards.03 Apr 08:15 PM
New ZealandGisborne disabled strategy 10 years out of date - advocate findsDisabled community asks District Council to renew their disability strategy.02 Apr 11:21 PM
