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β˜• Come and see our new Christchurch office!Join us for a morning tea, meet the team, and have a look around our new spac...
06/10/2026

β˜• Come and see our new Christchurch office!

Join us for a morning tea, meet the team, and have a look around our new space. Whether you're curious about Deaf Aotearoa services or just want to connect with the Deaf community, we'd love to see you there.

πŸ“… Wednesday, 21 October ⏰ 10:00am - 12:00pm πŸ“ Ground Floor, 11 Leslie Hills Drive, Riccarton

It’s on tonight!
05/10/2026

It’s on tonight!

πŸ—³οΈ Get ready for the 2026 General Election by tuning in to the National and Labour Leaders' Debate with NZSL interpreters.

Watch with Kordia on Freeview Channel 200 or online at ch200.co.nz.

πŸ“… Tuesday 6th October
⏰ Debate: 7:00 - 8:30 PM
⏰ Expert Analysis: 8:30 - 9:00 PM

Learn more about the issues, policies, and priorities that could shape Aotearoa's future.

Want to learn more before you vote? πŸ—³οΈ
Check out our 2026 General Election webpage for NZSL videos, key election information, and helpful resources:
πŸ”— https://www.deaf.org.nz/general-election-2026/

05/10/2026

πŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸ©΅ Ready to take on Round the Bays 2027?

Walk, run, jog, or roll. However you move, you can help support Deaf Aotearoa while being part of an amazing community event.

Sign up through our team and make every step count πŸ‘£

πŸ”— Registration links in the comments.

02/10/2026

We're looking for a Team Leader – Communications to lead the team creating clear accessible communications, promote NZSL, lead exciting campaigns across Aotearoa and support the Deaf community.

πŸ“ Auckland, Wellington, or Christchurch

πŸ“… Applications close 16 October

Apply now and be part of creating positive change.
πŸ”— https://www.deaf.org.nz/jobs/team-leader-communications/

πŸ“’ Sharing this opportunity from Tiaho Trust and Disabled Persons Assembly NZ.Come and hear directly from local election ...
01/10/2026

πŸ“’ Sharing this opportunity from Tiaho Trust and Disabled Persons Assembly NZ.

Come and hear directly from local election candidates about disability issues that matter to our community.

πŸ—“ Tuesday 6 October
πŸ“ Forum North, Whangārei
πŸ•€ 9.30am-11.00am (doors open 9.00am)

Everyone are all welcome.

🀟 NZSL interpreted

Round the Bays 2027 registrations are OPEN! πŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸ©΅For the third year in a row, we're the official accessibility partner f...
01/10/2026

Round the Bays 2027 registrations are OPEN! πŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸ©΅

For the third year in a row, we're the official accessibility partner for Round the Bays. That means interpreters at the start line and NZSL videos on the big screens, so Deaf people can take part alongside everyone else.

But we can't do it alone. Did you know our government funding only covers 50–60% of what we need each year? Fundraising helps us close that gap, so we need you to lace up your shoes and get involved.

Walk, run or jog, whatever suits you. Everyone is welcome, Deaf or hearing, first-timer or seasoned runner. Sign up through our page at early-bird prices and fundraise for Deaf Aotearoa

πŸ“ Wellington, Sun 14 Feb – Link in comments πŸ‘‡
πŸ“ Christchurch, Sun 21 Feb – Link in comments πŸ‘‡
πŸ“ Auckland, Sun 7 Mar – Link in comments πŸ‘‡

Can't take part? Tag a friend who should πŸ‘‡

30/09/2026

πŸ“£ Candidate update for our Vote for Inclusive Futures: National Disability Election Forum on 7 October.

Julie Anne Genter MP will now represent the Green Party of Aotearoa New Zealand at the forum, replacing Kahurangi Carter due to a scheduling clash.

We're looking forward to hosting candidates from across the political spectrum and hearing how each party responds to questions about their disability policies and priorities ahead of the election.

Join us in person or online, and don't forget you can submit your own questions for the candidates.

πŸ‘‰ Register here: www.ihc.org.nz/election

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This event is supported by Access Matters Aotearoa Blind Low Vision NZ CCS Disability Action Deaf Aotearoa Disabled Persons Assembly NZ - DPA New Zealand Down Syndrome Association Spectrum Care The Personal Advocacy and Safeguarding Adults Trust Your Way l Kia Roha

🏦 Dissolution of the 54th ParliamentThe dissolution of Parliament marks the formal end of a parliamentary term and is on...
30/09/2026

🏦 Dissolution of the 54th Parliament

The dissolution of Parliament marks the formal end of a parliamentary term and is one of the key steps leading to a general election. Dissolution means the official end or termination of Parliament.

The 54th Parliament will be dissolved at 11:00 AM on Thursday, 1st October 2026. The ceremony will be available to watch live on Parliament TV online, with NZSL interpreters.

πŸ“Ί Watch here: https://videos.parliament.nz/

πŸ—³οΈ Want to learn more before you vote?
Visit our 2026 General Election webpage for NZSL videos, key election information, and helpful resources: πŸ”— https://www.deaf.org.nz/general-election-2026/

29/09/2026

Kia ora koutou!
The General Election is coming up soon. Here are some important dates and events to help you get ready.

πŸ“… Important dates
- You must enrol or update your details by midnight on Sunday 25 October.
- After 25 October, you won't be able to enrol or update your details before the election.
- The Māori Electoral Option has now closed.
- If you'd like to receive an EasyVote card, make sure you're enrolled by midnight on Sunday 4 October.

πŸ—³οΈ Voting
Advance voting: Monday 26 October to Saturday 7 November
Election Day: Saturday 7 November
Official results announced: Friday 27 November

If you need assistance, our Facilitators are available to support you.

πŸ‘ Election information in NZSL
We've created a webpage with information about the election in NZSL, including:
- NZSL videos
- Captioned videos
- Helpful election resources

Check out the link to learn more: https://www.deaf.org.nz/general-election-2026/

πŸ“Ί Leaders' Debates with NZSL Interpreters
Both the National and Labour Leaders' Debate and the Multi-Party Debate will include NZSL interpreters, along with interpretation of the expert analysis afterwards.

Watch on:
Kordia TV
Freeview Channel 200
Online at CH200

Debate dates:
- National and Labour Leaders' Debate: Tuesday 6 October, 7:00pm to 8:30pm, followed by expert analysis.
- Multi-Party Leaders' Debate: Tuesday 13 October, 7:00pm to 8:30pm, followed by expert analysis.

πŸ’» Electoral Commission Online Information Sessions
The Electoral Commission is hosting three Zoom sessions for the disability and Deaf communities. Captions and NZSL interpreters will be provided.

Session dates:
- Wednesday 30 September, 1:00pm to 2:00pm
- Thursday 15 October, 6:00pm to 7:00pm
- Tuesday 20 October, 6:00pm to 7:00pm

Registration is required through the Electoral Commission website.

β™Ώ Inclusive Future National Disability Election Forum
When: Wednesday 7 October, 4:00pm
Attend in Wellington or watch online. NZSL interpreters will be available.
Registration is required if you would like to attend or watch online.

ℹ️ Stay updated
All of this information is available on our General Election webpage. We'll continue to add more information as it becomes available.

Make sure you're enrolled, stay informed, and get ready to vote!

V/D:
Kat, a Pākehā Deaf woman with short brown hair and a fringe, wearing dark brown glasses and a black T-shirt, stands in front of a plain white wall and signs directly to the camera. The Deaf Aotearoa logo appears in white at the bottom right corner of the video.

πŸ—³οΈ Get ready for the 2026 General Election by tuning in to the National and Labour Leaders' Debate with NZSL interpreter...
27/09/2026

πŸ—³οΈ Get ready for the 2026 General Election by tuning in to the National and Labour Leaders' Debate with NZSL interpreters.

Watch with Kordia on Freeview Channel 200 or online at ch200.co.nz.

πŸ“… Tuesday 6th October
⏰ Debate: 7:00 - 8:30 PM
⏰ Expert Analysis: 8:30 - 9:00 PM

Learn more about the issues, policies, and priorities that could shape Aotearoa's future.

Want to learn more before you vote? πŸ—³οΈ
Check out our 2026 General Election webpage for NZSL videos, key election information, and helpful resources:
πŸ”— https://www.deaf.org.nz/general-election-2026/

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