Disability
The first Deaf teacher in a mainstream school in NZ
Phillip King was born Deaf and uses New Zealand Sign Language full-time, leading the primary school class using every tool in his kit that is not the spoken word.
Digital inclusion is a right, not a privilege - disability advocates
They warn that without urgent reform, a significant portion of the population will continue to be excluded. Video
Govt doesn't know how many veterans there are: Charity
A veterans charity says the New Zealand government doesn't know how many veterans there are or how many have died by suicide with no formal records kept. No Duff's Aaron Wood spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
What will ministry do about the 62% of disabled people with unmet needs?
"So having the information is one thing, and it's really important, but it's now what we do," Whaikaha chief executive Paula Tesoriero told Nine to Noon. Audio
New stats show one in six New Zealanders are disabled
But that's a drop from the equivalent data in 2013, which identified one in four people. Audio
One in six New Zealanders disabled, higher rates for some groups - Stats NZ
One in six New Zealanders have a long-term disability - but the rate is higher for the rainbow population, Māori and women, Stats NZ data shows.
Disability funding changes causing 'huge suffering' - reports
Cuts to disability funding are creating worrying impacts, clinicians say - and one researcher is pleading for the government to rethink their approach. Audio
Disability service provider's treatment of clients 'significantly concerning'
A disability service provider breached consumer right regulations with the "significantly concerning" treatment of two clients, according to a new report.
No captions, interpreters for Treaty Principles submission hearings
Advocates say many in the disabled community, particularly deaf people, submitted on the bill - but are now being excluded.
Skier Hall claims silver at Para Alpine slalom World Cup
Winter paralympian Adam Hall has bagged his second podium finish in the season, for the alpine slalom.
Is it okay to ask someone about their disability?
When meeting someone with a visible disability for the first time, people often ask about what happened - but is that okay? Journalist and wheelchair user Olivia Shivas is heading a new magazine… Video, Audio
Olivia Shivas: The D*List
Olivia Shivas has worked as a journalist and podcaster for over a decade, dedicating her career to shedding light on the inequities faced by disabled people. Audio
'It's a nightmare': Man with disability still in motel nearly three months on from floods
A Dunedin man with a learning disability is spending Christmas Day cooped up inside a motel, as the date to move back into his flood-damaged house keeps being pushed back. Video
When a family member doesn't remember what Christmas is
First Person: For people with dementia, it's increasingly hard to feel merry amidst the expectations and chaos of Christmas. Those who love and want to connect with them learn to make the most of…
Family healing through music after father's serious brain injury
After being told their patriarch may have only a year to live, the Nicholsons have found a place of healing: "Out of things that aren't so good comes joy and happiness."
Disabled man 'let down' as fourth summer in 'sweat box' motel unit looms
Shane Emeny says the current arrangement is affecting his health and he's on "a lonely path" as he waits for a state house. Audio
Changes to disability funding affects Manawatu teacher
Jimmy Ellingham is our reporter in Manawatu, where he has an update on 80th anniversary celebrations for Polish WW2 refugees Audio
Evidence found of inhumane treatment of disabled children
One child was held in seclusion for 62 days. Audio
How do I prepare my child with disabilities for school?
Starting school is a major milestone for every child, and the transition is more complex if a disability is involved.
Brain infection survivor concerned about funding changes
A Palmerston North woman who fell ill in the Cook Islands four years ago is worried the progress she's made in her recovery will stall due to changes in disability funding. Audio
