Disability

There's growing understanding of what it means to be autistic, with famous faces talking openly about it and supermarkets like Countdown having a quiet hour.  Audio

Some children with autism are waiting half their lives to get a diagnosis, only to go on another waiting list for on-going support, according to the advocacy organisation Altogether Autism. Ministry… Audio

Suzanne Cowan sees dancers with disabilities as pioneers reshaping how dance is perceived through challenging contemporary dance audiences. She's a dance artist who uses a wheelchair having… Audio, Gallery

New Zealand's low unemployment rate hides the fact that over half the people on a benefit are disabled or have health conditions, or are caring for someone in that situation.  Audio

Craig deMartino was a professional rock climber who nearly lost his life in an accident 17 years ago, when he was dropped 30 metres from a rock ledge - breaking almost every bone in his body. 18… Video, Audio, Gallery

Social media is no longer just about words, photos are often the main form of communication these days - thanks in large part to Instagram and Snap Chat. But what about those who can't see these… Audio

Steve and Phil Brown have set up their King Country home and farm as a sanctuary for children with disabilities and their families. Their rescued animals are on the staff and help entertain and… Audio, Gallery

All Blacks flanker Ardie Savea will wear protective goggles in the next RWC game against Canada. Audio

Sydney's top private boys schools have split over a decision to include a race for students with disabilities at an athletics carnival, prompting organisers to abandon the plan.  Audio

Making time to listen and understand is key to helping women and girls with “invisible” impairments participate in sport in New Zealand.

Writer, journalist, avid reader and disability advocate Robyn Hunt (ONZM) is this year's recipient of the New Zealand Arts Access Accolade. It's a recognition of the support she's given to Arts Access… Audio

Paralympic swimmer Sophie Pascoe is so good, the only person she has to beat is herself.  Audio

Monash University professor Rachelle Buchbinder has spent decades trying to stop doctors from making bad backs worse. She explains why most people should be treating their back pain like the common… Audio

Disability advocate Sally Wenley talks about mobility park rage even against legitimate permit holders after a man's car was damaged in Napier and a threats were made. Audio

Disability advocates say many of New Zealand's public buildings, such as Parliament and Te Papa, aren't doing enough to accommodate the needs of people with disabilities. Chris Ford from Dunedin… Audio

Broadcaster Wallace Chapman talks to host James Nokise about bad news, good men and the very best fried chicken. Produced by Charlie Bleakley. Video, Audio

Have you ever got an unexpected message or a social media notification from a name from your past? One day Stephen got a Facebook alert from somebody very special to him, who he'd lost contact with 27… Audio