Archive: March, 2018

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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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

Kids Get Active Day 2018

Who is the event for?Kids age 15 and under living with an amputation who want to participate in sporting activities, network with each other, have fun and be empowered Parents and carers… 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