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ACC releases turnaround plan to deliver for injured New Zealanders

ACC has released a turnaround plan setting out what the organisation will deliver to improve performance and deliver better outcomes for injured New Zealanders.

22 January 2026
2 minute read

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Whānau health to the fore at waka ama
The Waka Ama Sprint Nationals was a huge success – attracting the largest ever cohort of paddlers to Lake Karāpiro this month. ACC was on site to provide a Whānau Zone for paddlers and supporters to relax, as well as offering a range of health services.
23 January 2026
3 minute read
Dr Jamie-Lee Rahiri standing in the Hauora Hub at the Waka Ama Sprint Nationals with her husband Dr
Dr Jamie-Lee: Staying connected to recover faster
General surgeon Dr Jamie-Lee Rahiri was part of the Hauora Hub at the Waka Ama Sprint Nationals this month. She says staying connected to your community during injury recovery is important to get back to paddling faster.
21 January 2026
3 minute read
A close-up photo showing Matt Burchell's face as he looks into the distance.
Matt’s story: ‘I’m lucky I can still use my arms’
Having nearly lost a limb in a motorbike accident, Matthew Burchell feels grateful to still have the use of all his body. The support of ACC has helped him recover and he’s now back at work part-time on light duties, working his way up to a full return.
20 January 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 Board commission review into workplace culture
Independent review will evaluate ACC’s workplace culture and the experiences of employees, as well as existing policies, systems and procedures relating to inappropriate conduct and behaviour.
20 March 2025
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A man putting together a wooden structure in his backyard.
Take time with your DIY
The warm weather isn’t quite over yet so there’s still time to finish off your summer DIY projects. But be sure to ‘have a hmmm’ and find the safest way – we accepted nearly 20,000 claims for DIY injuries last year.
10 March 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
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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