Paralympics
'I couldn't do this without her': Lisa Adams' tribute to Dame Valerie
Paralympic gold is the latest in a growing collection of feats for the Adams family.
Latest from Paralympics
Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
'I was absolutely shocked': Tupou Neiufi claims NZ's first Paralympic gold
There was only one thing the 20-year-old couldn't control - the tears of happiness.
'Last minute entry': How Sophie Pascoe won 'unexpected' medal in Tokyo
NZ's greatest Paralympian Sophie Pascoe says her first medal in Tokyo was "unexpected".
Start Your Impossible: Meet New Zealand's top Paralympic paddler
Scott Martlew was hesitant about whether he would ever paddle a canoe again.
NZ's first medal - Sophie Pascoe claims silver at Paralympics
Sophie Pascoe has claimed New Zealand's first medal of the Paralympic Games.
'This is incredible': Armless table tennis player wows at Paralympics
Viewers worldwide have been stunned by the inspirational performances at the Paralympics.
Kiwi cyclist falls short as NZ miss medals on opening day of Paralympics
The New Zealand contingent made a rocky start to their Paralympics campaign in Tokyo.
Paralympics open in empty stadium — just like Olympics
The 2020 Paralympics have officially opened.
Paralympic Team appoints Hāpai Kara after decision to skip opening ceremony
The New Zealand Paralympic team will not attend the Opening Ceremony in Tokyo tonight.
Start Your Impossible: Brian Froggatt - a world-record breaking life
Brian Froggatt has been seemingly breaking athletic records his whole life.
Tokyo Paralympics 2020: All you need to know
All you need to know about the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics.
Start Your Impossible: How Tupou Neiufi turned her disability to an opportunity
If there's one thing Tupou Neiufi loves more than swimming, it's proving people wrong.
Sophie Pascoe reveals coach's health battle as lockdown forces Games rethink
NZ's most decorated Paralympian will be in Tokyo without her longtime mentor.
Start Your Impossible: The powerful story of Reuben Ngata
After diagnosis it was hard to see a bright future – particularly on the sports scene.
Welsh Paralympian Olivia Breen told sprint briefs are 'too short'
Paralympian left speechless after being told that her briefs were 'inappropriate'.
Kiwi Paralympic star considered quitting after Games postponement
'The goalposts shifted... I did go through a grieving process.'
The staggering blow out cost of the Tokyo Olympics
In 2013, organisers said the Games would cost US$7.5b. It will cost a lot more.
'I thought I was unstoppable': One woman's journey to the Paralympics
Anna Taylor knows life isn't fair. She also knows how to get back up and crack on.
This Kiwi teen was paralysed overnight. This is her message of hope.
Just keep pushing through tough times, teen tells Kiwis struggling in a Covid-19 world.
From ill-fated waterfall leap to pro bodybuilding
Ephraim Gudjeon went from cracked vertebra to cracking professional bodybuilding's ranks.
Dame Valerie Adams trains with Irish para athlete Mary Fitzgerald
The Kiwi shot put champion and the Irish para athlete trained together in Dubai.
New Zealand's young Paralympic stars set for Tokyo Games
Following injury woes, Anna Grimaldi and William Stedman are set for their second Games.
Paralympics star Liam Malone's witty reply when asked for fetish photo
Paralympics star Liam Malone's witty reply when asked for fetish photos.
Summer Catch Up: Amputee takes steps towards big goal
A BoP amputee has his sights set on working with Paralympians, among other things.
New parity initiatives announced for Para athletes
The Paralympic movement took another step towards diversity and inclusivity last night.
More commercial advances for the Paralympic movement
Tower Insurance has joined a growing portfolio of sponsors behind the para-sport movement.
Are cyclists riding or hiding in Cambridge?
The Cambridge velodrome continues to develop as a community hub for all cycling strata.
Paralympian ticketed for using disability parking space
Paralympian Liam Malone joked about being ticketed for using a disability park.
Warriors aim to raise $50,000 for charity
'Great Vodafone Warriors Charity Day' is the first of its kind and NRL in club history.