YES Disability Resource Centre

06/01/2026

I.DRIVE DATES FOR 2026 HAVE BEEN CONFIRMED!
These are the dates that have been confirmed so far for our Learner's Licence workshops:
Auckland - North Shore: Tuesday, 17th & Wednesday, 18th February
Christchurch: Thursday, 26th February
West Auckland: Tuesday, 3rd & Wednesday, 4th March
Wellington: Monday, 9th & Tuesday, 10th March
Manawatū: Friday, 20th March
Dunedin: Thursday, 9th April
South Auckland: Thursday, 9th & Wednesday, 10th April
Hamilton: Monday, 13th April
Interested in attending one of these workshops or looking for dates for Restricted Licence workshops? You can register here: https://www.ilead.org.nz/i-drive-2026-registration-form/
Have any questions? You can contact Abdulla at abdulla@yesdisability.org.nz

04/01/2026

🌟 Registrations Now Open for I.Power 2026 🌟
Not everyone’s pathway is the same — and that’s okay.
I.Power is a dynamic program designed to support young adults who have left school early and are looking for direction, confidence, and real-world skills to thrive independently.
✅ Build essential life and work skills
✅ Gain confidence and self-belief
✅ Explore pathways into training, work, or further education
✅ Connect with mentors, peers, and opportunities
20 week course starting 4th Feb, meeting every Wednesday
📅 2026 intake – register your interest now
Get in touch with Rebecca – rebecca@ilead.org.nz
| 027 630 7517

25/12/2025

The YES Disability Resource Centre team wishes a Meri Kirihimete to those who celebrate and a Happy Holidays to all!
This Christmas we are full of gratitude for all of you that have supported our mahi this year.
Ngā mihi ki a koutou.

18/12/2025

We are WRAPPING UP for the holidays!
See you all in 2026.

YES Disability Resource Centre will be closing between the 19th of December 2025 and the 5th of January 2026.
We can't wait to see you all next year. Ngā mihi.

18/12/2025

17/12/2025

Public consultation opened on proposals to strengthen Total Mobility

Ministers have announced public consultation on several proposals to strengthen the Total Mobility scheme. The Ministry of Transport is leading the public consultation. The proposals were developed with input from the Ministry of Disabled People – Whaikaha, Ministry of Social Development and the New Zealand Transport Authority.

You can find the Total Mobility discussion document and other materials on the Ministry of Transport website here: https://www.transport.govt.nz/consultations/proposals-to-strengthen-total-mobility.

Alternate formats of the discussion document have been commissioned, including Braille, Audio, Large Print, Easy Read, and New Zealand Sign Language. These will be published as soon as they are available.

How to give feedback:
We welcome and value your feedback on the proposals.

In the link above, you will find several ways that you can provide your feedback, including:
- an online survey. It already has audio and large print functionality enabled and Easy Read and New Zealand Sign Language will be added shortly
- a feedback form that can be downloaded and emailed or posted to the Ministry.

You can also register your interest to attend an online feedback session in early 2026 through the link above. The public consultation will run until 22 March 2026, and we look forward to receiving your feedback.

The Total Mobility scheme helps people with long-term impairments travel when they cannot use public transport on their own. It pays part of the cost for taxis and sometimes other transport, making it easier for users to meet daily needs and take part in their community.

16/12/2025

Permobil NZ played Santa yesterday! At recent events, including the world record event held at Eden Park on International Day of Persons with Disabilities, several wheelchair users highlighted that there was no hoist available for their use in changing spaces. To support our common goal of accessibility for everyone, the Permobil team donated a hoist and slings to Eden Park today. A big thank you to WS Medical for helping to make this possible!

Austin and Duncan from Eden Park were only too thrilled to accept the gift and are looking forward to training in 2026 from our friends at Access. Watch the Eden Park website for information on where to source the hoist on your next visit!

15/12/2025

Auckland Arts Festival are excited to share their Accessible Programme for the next Te Ahurei Toi o Tāmaki Auckland Arts Festival taking place in March 2026. They also offer $20 accessible tickets!

Did you know that they co-design their Accessible Programme with members of the Deaf and disabled communities from across Tāmaki Makaurau? Check out the awesome accessible performances they have lined up for you over on their website Accessibility page: https://www.aaf.co.nz/accessibility