Disabilities
MSD deputy CEO to apologise to seriously ill beneficiary
11 Dec 2018
The Ministry did not regard his situation as an emergency and demanded he pay back 10,000 for emergency motel accommodation. Video, Audio
Basin's lack of facilities for women, disabled "unacceptable"
23 Nov 2018
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
Girl with disability misses weeks of school after Ministry delay
11 Jun 2018
A 12-year-old girl with disabilities had her transport to school cut off for weeks due to delays from the Ministry of Education. The family had to reapply for the service, after moving just five… Audio
Secular education campaigners criticise religion in schools
26 Sep 2017
The Secular Education Network says parents would be horrified if they knew what their children are being taught in Religious instruction classes. The network is launching a national campaign… Audio