Stats NZ publishes overview of disability data
Statistics New Zealand has published a new report that brings together disability data from multiple sources to make it easier to find, understand, and use.
Published 5 May 2026
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Changes to flexible funding from April 1
From April 1 2026, the purchasing rules for flexible funding have been removed and there is more support for people to plan and manage their funding.
We explain what flexible funding is and what the changes mean.
Published 30 March 2026
Have your say on the draft Carers' Strategy Action Plan
The Ministry of Social Development is seeking feedback on the draft Carers' Strategy Action Plan. Learn what the Action Plan is all about and how you can have your say.
Published 27 February 2026
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Here you will find the latest news from the New Zealand disability sector and community.
We know that official announcements related to health and disability can sometimes be tricky to fully understand, so here we try to break down any big news that impacts our disability community. We like to use simple, plain language, so anyone can follow without having to ask Google what something means.
We also share opportunities for our disabled community to have their say in community consultations, whether it be consultations on government decisions, feedback for different disability organisations, or anything in between. The important thing is that our disabled community has its voice heard.