Disability

Michael Johnson has been on the Paralympics podium three times over the past 17 years, but a fourth, at the last Games in Rio, has motivated the 47-year-old para shooter to keep honing his craft. The… Audio

Shouted at and even pushed - Claire Dale says challenging anyone over illegally using a mobility park is a risk.

But as a person who suffers pain simply to walk, she is determined to fight for her… Audio

Christchurch runner Will Stedman feels in a better place heading into his second Paralympics. Stedman will compete in the 400 metres and the long jump in Tokyo. As a 16-year-old he picked up two… Audio

The Paralympics kick off with the opening ceremony in Tokyo tonight- not that our athletes will be there- they've decided not to attend to protect themselves against the virus Over the coming days… Audio

A new podcast on Stuff is looking in detail at how people with disabilities are treated. What's Wrong with You produce Olivia Shivas and interviewee, Shakti Kirshnan talk to Jesse about the series and… Audio

People with disabilities in relationships are paying for the price of love - losing their allowances because they're coupled up.

MSD assumes people in relationships share their finances, but for… Audio

New research shows disabled people are twice as likely to experience violence than the able-bodied, and for women that abuse is most likely to occur at home.

The authors of the study, published in… Audio

The Government is copping criticism for denying funding to students with special needs and then blocking parents from paying for it themselves.

A mother who has an eight year old son with ADHD and… Audio

For the first time, Christchurch City Council has allocated a specific pot of cash to help improve disabled access around the city.

One councillor says planning rules discriminate against disabled… Audio

Henry Stilwell is a student who lives with Williams syndrome. He also has another identity: Lil Henry the rapper! Video

Sarah is one of the most charismatic people in her community. Living with CHARGE syndrome means accessibility is extra important. Video

Eamon is more mobile than many, modifying his handcycle to tow his wheelchair. Video

John's autism means he finds it easier to access a digital world, so hosting his own radio show helps him get out and about. Video

As the lead singer of his band, Cory must work with his cerebral palsy to perform for an audience. Video

Unsuitable housing, carless city centres, cars parked on the footpath are issues that draw complaints from able bodied people - but if you're disabled they can have a dramatic impact on your life. 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