Come and Play!
Lou O'Reilly Lou O'Reilly

Come and Play!

Join us for a fun afternoon of play, connection and friendship for children aged 0 to 6 years with Down syndrome and their whānau.

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Young Athletes registrations now open
Lou O'Reilly Lou O'Reilly

Young Athletes registrations now open

Looking for a fun and supportive way for your child to get active?

Special Olympics New Zealand has opened registrations for its Young Athletes Weekend Programme in Wellington for Term 3.

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Capture the Moment returns for 2026
Lou O'Reilly Lou O'Reilly

Capture the Moment returns for 2026

Do you enjoy taking photos? Whether it's a favourite place, a close-up of a flower, a curious bird or a beautiful landscape, this year's Capture the Moment Photography Competition is all about celebrating the natural world.

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Plus One: a new space for adult siblings
Lou O'Reilly Lou O'Reilly

Plus One: a new space for adult siblings

For many people who have a brother or sister with Down syndrome, those relationships are filled with love, laughter and shared memories. They can also bring unique experiences, changing family roles and questions about the future that aren't always easy to talk about.

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It takes a village – our journey with Bear 
WDSA Committee WDSA Committee

It takes a village – our journey with Bear 

"One of the biggest things we learnt through this journey is that we didn't need to have everything figured out straight away. We just needed to take it one step at a time."

Libby shares her family's journey with Bear, the power of belonging, and the reminder every new whānau needs to hear: you are not alone.

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