1941 days ago

What are the best home features for people who aren't fully abled?

Mikaela Wilkes Reporter from Homed

Hi everyone, I'm Mikaela, a Stuff Homed reporter. A recent episode of Grand Designs UK, about a Paralympian whose marriage broke up during the build of his dream home, got us thinking. What are the best design features/products for a home if you are not fully abled? We'd like to hear from people who have adjusted their homes in some way to make life with a disability easier.
If you're happy to share your story and be featured in the article, please email mikaela.wilkes@stuff.co.nz or let us know in the comments below, your message may be used in our story.

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Poll: Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There’s growing debate about whether New Zealand’s extended Christmas break (and the slowdown that comes with it) affects productivity.

Tracy Watkins has weighed in ... now it’s your turn. What’s your take? 🤔

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Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝
  • 72.9% We work hard, we deserve a break!
    72.9% Complete
  • 16.1% Hmm, maybe?
    16.1% Complete
  • 11% Yes!
    11% Complete
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Poll: Is the government doing enough to help safeguard our marine environment?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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While that might sound like great news for anyone hoping for a perfect swimming summer, there’s a downside: continued warming could have serious impacts on our coastal ecosystems.

We want to know: Is the government doing enough to help safeguard our marine environment?

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Is the government doing enough to help safeguard our marine environment?
  • 0% Yes
    0% Complete
  • 0% No
    0% Complete
  • 0% It is complicated
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7 hours ago

Celebrate in Style: Craft Your Own Decor with Testpots

The Team from Resene ColorShop Invercargill

Create handcrafted celebrations using Resene testpots. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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