Kawepūrongo - News & Stories
Tēnā koe, welcome to our newsroom! Here we share stories and news from the amputee community and the exciting things happening year round.
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I'm almost grateful
Meet the talented Kiwi dancer, who just happens to have a revolutionary robotic limb Brylee Mills isn't letting losing her left arm aged six from stopping her chase her dreams. Read More
Question time with Jess Quinn
As a teenager Jess Quinn did all she could to disguise her prosthetic and pass for 'normal'. Today she embraces her uniqueness and inspires other amputees through social media. Read More
Sophie Pascoe wins second gold in pool at Commonwealth Games
This is one inspirational woman! Read the article on Stuff. co. nz here Read More
NZALS Board Member Expressions of Interest
The Minister for Social Development is seeking expressions of interest from those who would like to be considered for appointment to the Board of the New Zealand Artificial Limb Service. Read More
Peter Burling and Blair Tuke surprise brave 9-year-old amputee with Supreme Halberg Award during school visit
"America's Cup winners and Kiwi icons Blair Tuke and Peter Burling have taken some time out from Volvo Ocean Race duties to pay a special visit to a West Auckland… Read More
ACC Paralympics New Zealand Open Days
What is an Open Day? An Open Day is way you can find out about Para sport opportunities in your area, get amongst the action and meet a Paralympian. Read More
It's time for Paralympian Carl Murphy's lifetime dream
Carl Murphy was born with one and a half legs and rides his board with the help of a custom-designed carbon fibre prosthetic leg. Read More
Polio survivor says life-changing leg braces should be funded by health system
"Polio survivor Gordon Jackman can walk freely for the first in his life thanks to life-changing leg braces. . . Read More
Innovation can help create an inclusive society for disabled Kiwis
Social change agency Be. Accessible estimate one in four New Zealanders, including older people, have a disability of some kind. Read More