MS Gisborne and East Coast

11/06/2026

A new Disability Support Services Bill has passed its first reading in Parliament. Submissions are being accepted until 12 June. The proposed Bill has many implications for disabled people and family carers, including "family first" obligations that could impose even more expectations on those in ca...

10/06/2026

It's been a decade of Bangers to Bluff and they're still as impactful as ever! Turns out it wasn't such a 'daft idea' after all! 🚗🧡

👉 https://www.times.co.nz/lifestyle/decade-of-bangers-backroads-and-big-hearts/

09/06/2026

Want to have your say on the Disability Support Services (DSS) Bill, but not sure how? We've put together a submission guide to help you through the process – link in the comments below.

Remember, you have until 1.00pm on Friday 12 June to make your submission.

Image description: A simple illustration of a dark blue loudspeaker on a pale blue background. Below, also in dark blue, are the words: How to have your say on the Disability Support Services Bill. Image has rounded corners, a white border, and the CCS Disability Action icon in the top left corner.

24/05/2026

Submissions are open for the Disability Support Services Bill, announced last week by the Government. If you are a disabled person, a family carer, or a watchful citizen of New Zealand, we encourage you to read the Bill (there is an Easy Read version on the submissions page) and make a submission. There are only 19 more days to make a submission - an absurdly short amount of time for such an important Bill. We will be releasing information along the way. Shame on the New Zealand National Party, the NZ First Party, and the ACT Party for this cynical surprise legislation so close to a general election. And the very very short submissions timeframe which makes it difficult for the most stressed and vulnerable people to participate in what should be a fair democratic process. However, we have no option but to participate in the submissions process as best we can. Have a look. https://www3.parliament.nz/en/pb/sc/make-a-submission/document/54SCSSC_SCF_E6D8596D-C177-486B-CCF2-08DEB47E5457/disability-support-services-bill

23/05/2026

19/05/2026

Our wonderful team of volunteers have been knitting up a storm so don't miss out on our Charity Knits Sale happening this Saturday from 9am at St Andrews Church Hall in Cobden St. All proceeds are donated, with MS Society Gisborne / East Coast being one of the lucky recipients.

Don't miss out, mark your calendars for this years Charity Knits Sale. You'll find beautiful hand knitted pieces at very affordable prices.
All proceeds kindly donated to MS Society Gisborne & East Coast, Gisborne Civic Brass Band & Gisborne Concert Band
No eftpos available so please bring cash.

13/05/2026

World MS Day is coming up on the 30th May.
Add your MS journey to help gather a global picture of diagnosis time and symptoms.

Bhama first experienced MS symptoms like pain and numbness in 2017, but it took between 4-9 years to receive her diagnosis in India. ⏳

If you live with MS you can create your own diagnosis poster to support global research about diagnosis delays and barriers🔎 Together we can build a clearer picture of MS diagnosis worldwide🌍

Create your own diagnosis poster 👉 https://worldmsday.org/poster-maker

08/05/2026

This Hospice Awareness Week (11–17 May 2026), we invite you to take a quiet moment to remember 💛

Join us for our Remembrance Star Weaving sessions, Monday–Friday, 12–1:30pm at the HB Williams Memorial Library. Create a star in memory of a loved one (optional koha $5).

A small act of reflection, connection, and aroha.
All are welcome 🤍

08/05/2026

World MS Day 2026 takes place on 30 May! It's the third year of the campaign!

🧡 Together, we are advocating for early and accurate diagnosis for everyone living with MS.

There are many ways to get involved, including completing the free, online MS Symptom & Diagnosis course. Complete it yourself, share it with friends, family and medical teams to increase knowledge and awareness: https://tinyurl.com/3zecvupk

World Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Day

03/05/2026

Don't miss out, mark your calendars for this years Charity Knits Sale. You'll find beautiful hand knitted pieces at very affordable prices.
All proceeds kindly donated to MS Society Gisborne & East Coast, Gisborne Civic Brass Band & Gisborne Concert Band
No eftpos available so please bring cash.