Hotel VIP treated to mobility car park
Fran Henricksen says the VIP guest has threatened legal action over her posting.
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Family refused flight after autistic son's 'meltdown'
A family with two autistic sons were denied boarding on an American Airlines flight.
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He appears a healthy, active 15-year-old. But he hasn't been to school since 2014.
Heroic toddler gets surgery for misshapen head
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Four-year-old Kiwi boy born deaf, now speaks three languages
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Carer allegedly steals $400 from man stranded in shower
The worker was fired, but the disabled man has been left angry and fearful by the incident
Kiwi euthanasia champion charged with murder in South Africa
Kiwi pleads not guilty to murder, but admits helping friend take lethal drugs.
Meet the finalists of the Attitude Awards
A rock-climber, a bungy-jumping wheelchair user and others are up for Attitude Awards.
Fight for man's KiwiSaver heads to Parliament
Mother & son seeking access to funds before his likely premature death head to Parliament.
Meet Stephen the reo Māori speaker
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Big deals on wheels highlight spinal injuries
Ministers get a taste of what wheelchair-bound people deal with on a day-to-day basis.
Mum who killed autistic daughter to be released from prison
Donella Knox, a solo mum, killed her after a 20-year battle with her violent outbursts.
More commercial advances for the Paralympic movement
Tower Insurance has joined a growing portfolio of sponsors behind the para-sport movement.
Searching for Nigel: Family's heartbreaking hunt for answers
A family opens up to Steve Braunias about their search for answers over son's vanishing.
Mobility scooter freak accident: 'It was a terrible sight ... I couldn't not do anything'
A mother who phoned 111 says the woman's scarf had got caught in the back wheel.
Focus: Joan and Tim Fairhall take KiwiSaver fight to Parliament
A mother and son seeking access to his KiwiSaver funds before his likely premature death took their fight to Parliament.
Shortland St row: Down syndrome girl's powerful response
"It is a very raw, painful thing to feel you have to validate your child's right to life."
'It rips you' - Family stretched by severe asthma
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No healthcare faults in Ruby Knox murder - review
Further deaths of disabled will occur if services not better funded, review says.
Crash by alleged drunk driver leaves amputee stranded
Flat Bush crash: "He turned my station wagon into a bloody hatchback."
Paralympian ticketed for using disability parking space
Paralympian Liam Malone joked about being ticketed for using a disability park.
IHC ditches calf scheme amid M bovis fears
IHC says calling off fundraiser due to M Bovis fears "the most responsible thing to do".
'Fundraising machine' dies aged 89
Wife and mother the home and farm power source behind successful business.
'Be more understanding': Boss complains about able-bodied staff not being allowed to park in spaces
Disabled access campaigners surprised at reaction to plea over mobility parks.
From injury and illness to the Invictus Games
Invictus competitors share what the games is all about. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Samoa's Baby Miracle dies aged 10
Miracle Nanai, the Samoan girl born with severe deformities in 2007, has died.
Dara McNaught: Carers for disabled deserve a better deal
COMMENT: Those who looking after the disabled at home deserve a better deal.
Tai chi converts fans into movers, not shakers
A local tai chi society is moving people. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Gifts of cash 'godsend' for motor neurone couple
Struggling couple receive overwhelming response from public after sharing their story.
Deaf student strives against all odds
Setting up a support group in her community is just the beginning for Madison Davy.
New report slams 'disgusting' family carers policy
Study finds discontent and scepticism about commitment to paying family carers.