Unity Collins on the move
Te Awamutu’s Unity Collins doesn’t sit still for long. Whether it’s cycling, swimming, walking dogs, or strumming her ukulele at club nights, she’s always moving toward the next goal, and doing it her way.With support from the Wellington Paraplegic and Physically Disabled Trust, Unity has continued to push herself in the sport she’s come to love: tandem cycling. Most recently, she competed in a race at Hampton Downs as part of her build-up for an upcoming trip to Belgium - a big step i...
July 17, 2025Fahizah Sahib’s academic journey in psychology
For university student Fahizah Sahib, support from the Wellington Paraplegic and Physically Disabled Trust has played a practical role in helping her stay focused on her studies while living independently and managing the day-to-day demands of student life. The grant has gone toward accommodation and study-related costs, easing financial pressure and giving her the space to fully commit to her academic goals.Now studying toward a Bachelor of Science majoring in Psychology, Fahizah originally int...
July 17, 2025Erika-Lee Alldridge’s journey into nursing
Erika-Lee Alldridge is in her third year of the Bachelor of Nursing programme and making solid progress toward her goal of becoming a registered nurse. With support from the Wellington Paraplegic and Physically Disabled Trust, she’s been able to focus on her studies and clinical training without the added pressure of financial stress.This year’s coursework has included a strong focus on pharmacology and research-based assignments - areas that have helped Erika-Lee strengthen her critical thi...
July 17, 2025Balancing study and sport ~ Corran Hanning’s story
At just 21 years old, Corran Hanning is already charting an extraordinary path - one marked by academic ambition, national sporting success, and personal resilience. As a recipient of the Ian Campbell Scholarship, administered by the Wellington Paraplegic and Disability Trust, Corran’s story is a powerful example of how targeted support can help young people with physical disabilities thrive across multiple fields....
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