Paula Tesoriero

Half a million disabled New Zealanders aren't getting what they need to live a good life. The findings come from the first comprehensive set of disability statistics collected in more than a decade. Audio

The Disability Issues Minister has been forced to clarify changes to funding rules that were introduced without notice on Monday and have caused widespread concern within the sector.  Audio

Vaccine passes are to be scrapped, Covid QR codes torn up, outdoor gathering limits lifted and most mandates assigned to the history books because, the prime minister says, it's now safe to do so. But… Audio

There are growing calls for the Building Act to require all new housing to be easily adaptable for people with disabilities and for our aging population. A recent study found that one in six New… Audio

The government has announced a massive health sector overhaul which will see all 20 district health boards around New Zealand abolished. In its place will be a new body, Health NZ, which will plan… Audio

A law professor is adamant a current law which prevents family carers from complaining to the courts about their pay and conditions is unconstitutional.

Parliament's health committee will today… Audio

The public housing agency, Kainga Ora, doesn't know how many of its properties meet design standards that ensure anyone with a disability can live in them.

There are close to 900 people on the state… Audio

Disability advocates say the public housing agency, Kainga Ora, needs to set its sights higher when it comes to making more houses accessible.

The agency has set a target to ensure at least 15… Audio

The second full week of the new normal is almost over most New Zealanders are holed up at home, and relying on essential workers to keep the country running.

But how are those with disabilities… Audio

The Disability Rights Commissioner says she is seriously concerned that community care workers are not getting access to personal protective equipment like face masks.

Two care workers have been… Audio

Disability advocates say a new playground which opened on the front lawn of Parliament yesterday is a missed opportunity because it does not cater to all children.

The playground was built as part of… Audio

Disability advocates say planned massive funding cuts to disability services may have been averted but disabled people and their families are still being questioned over every hour of support they… Audio

Wellington City Councillor Fleur Fitzsimons says it’s unacceptable the Basin Reserve does not cater sufficiently for women and those with disabilities, but says the council is addressing the… Audio

Kathryn talks with the Disabilities Commissioner Paula Tesoriero, about her strong opposition to the End of Life Choice bill, being considered by parliament. The Justice Select committee is part way… Audio

WRFU listed "female player" alongside "physical" and "developmental" conditions. Zoë George, NZRU’s Cate Sexton, Disability Rights Commissioner Paula Tesoriero and para-climber Rachel Carter discuss… Audio

Yesterday was the first day for the public to make their case in person in Parliament for or against the legalisation allowing voluntary euthanasia. And if the first day is anything to go by, the next… Audio