'A new era' - Major overhaul of disability support will see new Ministry for Disabled People
'Today's announcements mark a new era for us' - Disability Rights Commissioner
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'I find it to be cruel and inhuman that you seclude someone in their own space.'
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Aotearoa's most iconic maunga and motu aren't just beautiful, they're accessible too.
Up to 80,000 students could benefit from Education Ministry's high needs review
As many as 80,000 students could benefit from the review, Government says.
Kiwi amputee model falsely accused of using Photoshop to fake missing leg
"Their comments are ridiculous ... but it's annoying given everything I've gone through."
Apartments, offices, shops planned for Laura Fergusson Rehabilitation site in Epsom
Development plans for rehab site shut in a controversial move last year
'We can do marvellous things': Kiwis living with disabilities, and their supporters, prepare to celebrate
No limits for Kiwis with disabilities embracing life.
Canterbury helicopter crash: 'My miracle survival'
Three months after the crash, wedding photographer Rachel Jordan took her first steps.
People with fetal alcohol disorder 'failed' by successive governments - report
Failure means "massive ongoing costs" to New Zealand, Children's Commissioner says.
Teacher struck off after inappropriate comments to girl who was assaulted
Tribunal found Philip Gibbs showed a "complete lack of judgement".
Mt Albert murder: Facebook group for women feeling unsafe gets 350 members in 24 hours
Many say they fear going out for walks after Lena Zhang Harrap's death.
Disabled athletes miss out on health screening due to Special Olympics postponement
The Special Olympics would have undertaken 5000 health screenings at this year's games.
'Trouble is, I did it on purpose': Mum admits murdering terminally ill daughter
Cherylene May Lawrence strangled her daughter, then called 111 to explain what she'd done.
Anti-maskers having 'heartbreaking' impact on disabled community
Some people are being banned from stores and being reported to the police.
Parafed Northland wants to make sports more inclusive and accessible, community funding aids the mission
Parafed Northland receives generous sponsorships from various organisations and funds.
Tips help police find missing teen with Asperger's syndrome
Kylie White, 18, was last seen by her family at their Bombay home at 6pm on Wednesday.
Local Focus: Two tickets for the price of one
New companion card a welcome accessory. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Visually impaired student in wheelchair 'almost killed' on first day of school
"Were [this] a decile 10 high school...these issues would not exist," principal says.
'Another afterthought': Disabled community forgotten in Covid rollout - advocates
It comes after reports of varied experiences for disabled people getting vaccinated.
Whangārei's newly formed charity Children With Disability has inclusive projects in pipeline
Whangārei charity Children With Disability kicks off with the launch of The Fun-tastic 7.
Special needs taxi contract torn up after two weeks
Co-op Taxis gave up the contract by "mutual agreement" with the Ministry of Education.
School transport problems persist for more than 100 special needs students
Some students have been unable to get to school following the switch to Co-op Taxis.
Steve Braunias: Love, loss and changing the law - The extraordinary life of Tim
Steve Braunias meets Tim Fairhall, who fought the law and the law lost.
'Unacceptable': Kids with special needs stranded by new school taxi service
The Ministry of Education says Co-op Taxis has "not met its contractual obligations".
Pharmac: Is our medicines agency still fit for purpose?
Agency's future is under scrutiny as it juggles public demands and rising drug prices.
Britney Spears court fight reflects disability rights issues
Britney Spears' legal battle sheds light on issues people with disabilities are facing.
'Do as much as possible in your lifetime': Athlete training for sixth Special Olympics
Determined athlete Rebecca Heath is competing for her sister this year in Hamilton.
Care provider fined $552k over woman's death at support home
The woman drowned when left alone in a bath in October 2016.
Kiwis with autism, ADHD say health response slow and stigmatising
A 1500-strong online petition calls for the Government to reclassify ADHD and autism.
Members of Down syndrome community awarded honours by Governor-General
Four members of the Down syndrome community honoured for their successes today.
Immigration NZ U-turn on visa, disabled Russian wants apology for discrimination
Decision means Evgenii Liapin can work and remain with his wife in NZ.
Toddler's dislocated hip undetected by surgeon for 10 months
Family wins apology after a three year investigation by HDC.
Disabled adults 50 per cent more likely to suffer sexual violence in NZ
Disabled people don't always feel safe enough to report it to police.
IHC court claim: Government 'discriminating against disabled students'
IHC has been trying to sue for 13 years over disabled children's educational rights.