Join Us at the Te Tauihu Accessibility Expo – This Weekend at Trafalgar Centre

The Te Tauihu Accessibility Expo is the region’s first dedicated event for people of all abilities, their whānau, friends, and supporters.

This free community day brings together information, services, and organisations that support accessibility and inclusion across our region. Visitors can explore a wide range of stalls, hear from inspiring speakers, and take part in interactive activities designed to connect, empower, and celebrate our diverse community.

Alongside practical information, the Expo offers fun and connection for everyone, with live entertainment, inclusive activities, and exciting prize draws.

Whether you’re looking to learn, make connections, or simply enjoy a welcoming and inclusive event, the Te Tauihu Accessibility Expo is for you. Everyone is welcome!

Event Details:
Te Tauihu Accessibility Expo
7 September | 10am – 3pm | FREE ENTRY
Trafalgar Venues, Nelson

Speaker Programme
10:15 – 10:45am | Kahukura Ta Manu – Late Diagnosis: Finding out you’re autistic and/or ADHD as an adult
10:50 – 11:00am | Jordan McBride – What we do at The Buzz
11:05 – 11:15am | Cole Thelin – Cole Thelin’s 2046 Film
11:20 – 11:30am | Alfie Linn – Alfie’s Table Tennis Journey
11:35 – 12:20pm | Jezza Williams – Adaptive Adventure & MakingTrax Foundation
12:20pm | Prize Draw
12:25 – 12:40pm | Dancing with Debra – Dancing with Debra
12:45 – 1:00pm | Gordon Oldfield – When one door closes, another opens
1:05 – 1:25pm | Daniel Younghusband – A man makes his own luck (+ Exoskeleton demo)
1:30 – 2:00pm | Kaye Lawrence – Welfare, Guardian & Property Manager Orders (+ Q&A)
2:00pm | Prize Draw
2:05 – 2:20pm | Michelle Clucas – Being a Disabled Parent
2:25 – 2:55pm | Naomi Strain Rampage – Night of Terror at Nelson Hospital
Entertainment & Activities
10:00 – 11:00am | Low Sensory Hour – Craft Only
11:00am – 1:00pm | Wheelchair Basketball with the Giants
1:00 – 1:30pm | Zumba
1:30 – 2:00pm | Dancing with Debra
2:00 – 3:00pm | Inclusive Sport Activity
3:00pm | Event Close
Free entry | Fun for all abilities | Everyone welcome
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