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New guidelines support safe, earlier return to work after surgery

We’ve collaborated with the New Zealand Orthopaedic Association (NZOA) and their specialty societies to develop guidelines for returning to work after surgery.

14 April 2026
2 minute read

A female rugby league player running through the challenge of an opponent.
Build into your season to stay injury free
With the winter sport season kicking off around the country, we’re challenging New Zealanders to ‘Have a hmmm’ so they can stay on the field.
13 April 2026
2 minute read
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February Turnaround Plan report
We've released our latest monthly Turnaround Plan report today, highlighting February performance results.
31 March 2026
2 minute read
A selfie of Grant Sweeney and his friend in a golf cart showing a bandage around Grant's head,
Grant’s story: ‘It was like I’d been shot’
For anyone planning a golf trip with mates, one Auckland man has a cautionary tale. And he’s far from alone. Last year, we accepted over 11,000 claims for golf injuries.
20 March 2026
3 minute read
Blake Jones standing on the road with his road cycling bike.
Blake’s story: Giving back to those who weren’t so lucky
After breaking his back in a motorbike crash, Blake Jones was lucky to walk again. He’s now giving back to those who haven’t been as fortunate, tackling a gruelling cycle event for charity.
12 March 2025
3 minute read
A head and shoulders photo of a smiling Jason Ross.
‘I didn’t know if he survived’: Quadriplegic reconnects with life-saving heroine
Inspirational quadriplegic Jason Ross broke his neck in a car crash in 1988. Nearly four decades later, he’s finally re-connected with the woman who helped save his life.
4 March 2025
2 minute read
A close-up photo showing George Thompson smiling in the bush.
George’s story: Lifelong consequence for one mistake
Five years ago, George Thompson suffered a life-changing injury on his farm. He’s defied the odds to walk again and is pleased to see ACC partner with Safer Farms to help prevent others going through the same ordeal.
18 February 2025
3 minute read
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ACC begins monthly reporting on Turnaround Plan
A new monthly report will track ACC’s progress towards new performance targets set out in our Turnaround Plan.
27 February 2026
2 minute read
A male mountain biker riding through the water of a shallow river.
Stats show ‘Have a hmmm’ helping to prevent injuries
New data shows our ‘Have a hmmm’ injury prevention campaign is having the desired effect, with fewer injuries reported in several popular summer pastimes, compared to previous years.
17 February 2025
3 minute read
Andy Milne, ACC’s Deputy Chief Executive Strategy, Engagement and Prevention, and Safer Farms Chair
ACC and Safer Farms announce new partnership
We’re partnering with Safer Farms to reduce harm in the agricultural sector, investing $11 million over the next five years to help keep our farmers free from injury.
4 February 2025
2 minute read
A male mountain biker riding through the water of a shallow river.
Stats show ‘Have a hmmm’ helping to prevent injuries
New data shows our ‘Have a hmmm’ injury prevention campaign is having the desired effect, with fewer injuries reported in several popular summer pastimes, compared to previous years.
17 February 2025
3 minute read
Andy Milne, ACC’s Deputy Chief Executive Strategy, Engagement and Prevention, and Safer Farms Chair
ACC and Safer Farms announce new partnership
We’re partnering with Safer Farms to reduce harm in the agricultural sector, investing $11 million over the next five years to help keep our farmers free from injury.
4 February 2025
2 minute read
Registered personal trainers and gym directors Carl Hammington and Mish McCormack standing together.
‘Have a Hmmm’ before hitting the gym
We’re working with our friends at Exercise NZ to help New Zealanders get the most out of their time at the gym by staying injury free.
31 January 2025
2 minute read
Andy Milne, ACC’s Deputy Chief Executive Strategy, Engagement and Prevention, and Safer Farms Chair
ACC and Safer Farms announce new partnership
We’re partnering with Safer Farms to reduce harm in the agricultural sector, investing $11 million over the next five years to help keep our farmers free from injury.
4 February 2025
2 minute read
A group of workers sitting outside having lunch.
Over $2 million granted to improve safety in manufacturing sector
In our final round of ACC Workplace Injury Prevention grants, three initiatives will receive $2.17 million from ACC to be developed and used in the manufacturing sector.
24 January 2025
2 minute read
Harry Gaddum leaning on a fence post on a farm and smiling.
Farmstrong launch tales and tools for ‘Getting Through’ tough times
Farmstrong, a rural wellbeing programme supported by ACC, has launched Getting Through. It provides a book and online resource to support farmers going through the recovery process from adverse weather events.
18 November 2024
3 minute read
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