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Te Rina’s story: ‘I struggled behind closed doors’

Te Rina Ruru-Pelasio is the Māori Development Manager for ABI Rehabilitation. She has first-hand experience of the trauma that can be caused if whānau don’t receive culturally appropriate care.

Brook's Story: How a Flying Kiwi made a comeback to the top Te kōrero mō Brook: Te hokinga mai o tētahi Kiwi Whai Parirau ki te tihi

When a near-permanent injury stopped him competing on the world stage, Brook Macdonald fought his way back to the top.

Susan Evans: Getting back on the horse after a lower leg amputation Susan Evans: E eke hoiho ana anō i muri mai i te poronga o tētahi waewae

After a crash that almost took her life, Susan Evans' leg was amputated. She's returning to an active lifestyle and the things she loves.

How a farmer bounced back from depression Te whakaaranga ake o tētahi kaipāmu i te mate pōuri

Darren’s story: The pain of losing someone at sea

Health and safety advocate Darren Guard has lost many mates to the sea and has also come close to losing his own life. So, with support from ACC, he set up MarineSAFE – an online training programme to help fishers stay safe at sea.

Sharing stories of water trauma to help others

The theme of World Drowning Prevention Day this month is ‘Share your story’, to encourage people to speak openly about their experiences. So we’re sharing the stories of three New Zealanders who either lost a loved one or nearly lost their own lives.

Rangiiria’s story: Providing appropriate care for Māori

Māmā Rangiiria Keogh believes it’s important for Māori to receive culturally appropriate care. She went through a tough time after her maternal birth injury (MBI) went undiagnosed but is now back into an active life after receiving the support she needed.

Aroha’s story: Grandmother takes on IronMāori triathlon

A grandmother of 17, Aroha Te Wao is finding time in her busy life to take on IronMāori – an ACC-supported multi-sport event aimed at promoting wellbeing among whānau.

Integrated Care Pathways Musculoskeletal (ICPMSK)

An innovative way of managing people with injuries that require multiple rehabilitation services in an integrated and coordinated way.

Lauren’s story: Bouncing back from serious injury to make history

After overcoming a devastating knee injury, basketball star Lauren Whittaker is even more focused on achieving her dream of playing in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA), the top female league in the world.

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