Search results for ‘Living my life’
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There’s a hive of activity at Lake Karāpiro this week, as the Waka Ama Sprint Nationals take place. Supported by ACC, the event brings together whānau from all over the motu, with this year’s theme being hauora (health and wellbeing).
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Paralympian gold medallist Anna Grimaldi has overcome two years of injury woes to get back to her best and defend her title in Tokyo.
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Having suffered multiple concussions, Shawn Stewart knows how dangerous it can be to play on after a head knock. He now works in injury prevention and is pleased to see ACC at Polyfest this year to build awareness around concussion in sport.
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Last year we helped 200,000 children recover from an injury. We want tamariki to stay safe and active, but we're here for care and recovery if injuries happen.
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Lenka's story: Getting back on her horse after concussion Te kōrero a Lenka: E eke ana anō i tōna hoiho i muri mai i te mate roro mātengatenga
After sustaining a head injury, a Kāpiti Coast local has had a two-year battle. She's sharing her story to help others avoid a similar experience.
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What do you learn from 1,000 motorcycle crashes? He aha rā ngā akoranga i ngā tukinga 1,000 mā runga motopaika?
Peter Sowter has seen it all. As a NZ Police crash investigator, he knows what causes motorcycle crashes. Yet he still rides a motorcycle almost every day.
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Our Injury Prevention Partner James Whitaker talks about his personal motivation to support Waka Kotahi’s Road to Zero campaign.
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Heartbroken mother Karen Skellett lost her only son Jack, 23, to a tragic kayaking drowning two years ago. She’s encouraging New Zealanders to avoid her pain by taking care around the water this summer.
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Silver Fern Sam Winders has come full circle. From playing at the highest level, she’s now helping the next generation stay injury free as a NetballSmart Development Officer for Waikato Bay of Plenty Netball.