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Disability Support Services Bill – Our feedback, and making a submission

by Editor

A new Disability Support Services Bill has passed its first reading in Parliament. Submissions are being accepted until 12 June. The proposed Bill has many implications for disabled people and family carers, including “family first” obligations that could impose even more expectations on those in caring roles. We have concerns about this Bill. Learn more and use a helpful template to make your own submission to the Select Committee.

News, Events, Media, Opinion
28/05/2026

Richard Terrill on Loneliness 

New Zealand Air Force veteran and RSA representative for Let’s End Loneliness, Richard Terrill, says that the profound loneliness he felt when he was a young man and away from…

Opinion, Stories,
19/12/2023

New Wellbeing Content Series with Auckland inclusive stylist Mo Doy

Check out our wellbeing content series with Auckland inclusive stylist Mo Doy! If you’re a busy family carer, her advice can help you look and feel good every day. Join…

Opinion
28/03/2023

David’s Story

“I thought four attempts for a second jab might be some sort of record but apparently not! There are others struggling for various reasons,” says David Sellars of his 22…

Opinion
02/12/2021

Lucas’s Story

“I asked my doctor if it was okay for me to take the Covid vaccine,” says Lucas*, a 42-year-old with cancer-related disabilities. “He’s the person I trust most when it…

Opinion
02/12/2021

Right on the edge? Close to losing control?

by Tricia Hendry Steps to take when stress is extreme and you’re struggling to cope. The journey of family, whanau and aiga carers can be extraordinarily demanding. At times, strong…

News, Opinion
25/08/2021

Not for Profits Welcome New Government Carers’ Strategy

The new Carers’ Strategy Action Plan for 2019-2023 has been launched.

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04/12/2019