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Speeding down mountains has been a long-time passion for 19-year-old Para athlete Jayden Glentworth. He’s always been drawn to adrenaline-pumping sports, but it was just this type of activity that changed his life forever.
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Jump in trampoline injuries: Seven tips to prevent injury Kua piki ngā wharanga ki runga whāriki pekepeke: Ngā kupu āwhina e whitu hei kaupare atu i ngā wharanga
Playing on the trampoline is an iconic summer pastime for kids in Aotearoa. But for many, a jump on the tramp ends with an injury. This is Winnie's story.
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The life of keen sportsman Finn Murphy changed when his leg was amputated after a motorbike accident. Now a member of the ACC-supported Para Sport Collective, he’s targeting a place at the Paralympics.
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After overcoming injury setbacks to become a national heroine, Football Ferns star Hannah Wilkinson is keen to leave a legacy – not just to inspire future generations with her performances but to highlight the importance of injury prevention.
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At 68, John Marrable is the oldest member of the ACC-supported Para Sport Collective’s second intake. But, as the table tennis player and karate black belt has proved, there’s no obstacle he can’t overcome.
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Paralympics double gold medallist Anna Grimaldi is in the prime of her career and is hoping to see others follow in her footsteps through the ACC-supported LevelUp, a series of online resources for coaching disabled athletes.
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Coaching an athlete with a disability can be an intimidating prospect but a new toolkit from Paralympics New Zealand is looking to change that.
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Cycling-mad teenager Borynt Em Ream nearly lost his life on the road. He’s making the most of his second chance but is keen to spread the word on road safety to help save the lives of others.
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Ten years ago, Mitch Joynt’s life changed in a moment. He has overcome incredible adversity and set his sights on representing New Zealand at the 2024 Paralympics.
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Todd's story: How training helped a stranded diver live to tell the tale Te kōrero a Todd: Nā ngā mahi whakangungu kua whakaorangia tētahi kairuku moana
After a routine dive, Todd Russell came to the surface in the Cook Strait to find he was stranded. His dive training helped him write a story of survival.