Disability
Disabled people excluded by government's Covid-19 response
Opinion - Loosening Covid-19 restrictions will leave disabled people and those with health conditions at higher risk of contracting Covid-19, Chris Ford writes.
Hamilton City Council seeks feedback on its Disability Action Plan
A Waikato cerebral palsy advocate says the council must work with the disabled community when creating policies that directly impact their lives.
Making South Auckland more accessible for wheelchair users
How accessible is South Auckland for wheelchair users? Wheelchair-user Brooke Haverkort and buddy/carer Odette Jennings have completed an informal survey. Audio
The Pre-Panel with Georgie Stylianou and Guy Williams
Panellists Guy Williams and Georgie Stylianou talk with disability advocate Sally Wenley about the moral implications of parking in disability car parks when you aren't disabled, and share what they… Audio
Covid-19: Ministry 'so far removed from the day-to-day lives of disabled people'
Concern about support for disabled people during the Omicron outbreak has prompted the Disability Rights Commissioner to launch an urgent inquiry that will examine the continuity of essential in-home… Audio
People with disabilities managing alone as supporters isolate
Some people with disabilities who usually have help at home are trying to manage on their own, as Covid-19 sweeps across Aotearoa.
The Disability Rights Commissioner is so concerned about the support… Audio
West Coast DHB slashes home-care
Some elderly, disabled and frail housebound West Coast residents have had their home-based care services cut for up to three months, apparently due to Covid-19.
Investigations into Covid-19 provision 'void' for disabled and at-risk
Research into vaccine distribution shows problem gaps Audio
Inquiry launched into Support of Disabled People During Omicron
The Disability Rights Commissioner is so concerned about the situation for disabled people during omicron, she has launched an inquiry.Paula Tesoreiro says she is worried about a lack of targeted… Audio
The Weekend Panel with Linda Clark and Mike Williams
Joining us on the Panel this morning are Linda Clark and former Labour Party leader Mike Williams. Among other issues, they discuss the war in Ukraine and the likely findings of the review into the… Audio
Omicron stretching healthcare for those with disabilities
With thousands of new cases of Covid-19 emerging in the community everyday, there are concerns about what the surge is going to do to our already-stretched healthcare system. This was laid bare by… Audio
A disabled person's view of the Wellington occupation
Opinion - Parliament protesters seemingly want freedom from the government's Covid-19 rules, but those reasonable restrictions saved the lives of thousands of disabled people, Chris Ford writes.
Growing without sight
One of Taranaki's pioneering environmentalists shows his ingenious method using ropes to help the visually impaired continue to enjoy growing things. Video, Audio
Wheelchair rugby player fundraising for accessible ride-share service
Ride-share drivers often cancel when they find out they're booked to pick up someone in a wheelchair, says New Zealand Paralympian Barney Koneferenisi. Fed up with this kind of treatment, the… Video, Audio
Booster shot deadline communication 'appalling' - Disability Support Network
The Disability Support Network says the Ministry of Health's failure to notify the sector of a booster deadline extension could have resulted in staff being unnecessarily suspended or dismissed today.
Park wars: Parliament petitioned for stronger mobility park enforcement
Fed up with people who misuse mobility parks, Claire Dale has launched a petition for tougher enforcement and stiffer fines. 150,000 mobility parking permits are currently in use nationwide through a… Audio
Will new disability legislation include access to media?
People who are deaf, blind or low vision are currently missing out being able to fully access one of life's simple pleasures - watching TV. Currently, NZ on Air funds closed captions and audio… Audio
Covid-19 cover needed for school support staff - Greens
The Green Party wants the government to cover extra sick days for school support staff through the pandemic.
Restaurant which refused service for man with disability dog pays $3500, apologises
The Wellington restaurant will also complete anti-discrimination training with new and existing employees, the Human Rights Commission (HRC) says.
How will disabled people cope with Omicron in the community?
Opinion - The disability community will face both new and pre-existing barriers as a result of the highly infectious Omicron variant of Covid-19, Chris Ford writes.
