Mojo Mathers 🇵🇸
@mojomathers.bsky.social
Chief Executive for the Disabled Persons Assembly NZ (DPA). MNZM. Passionate about disability rights. Deaf, Cochlear Implant user, lives with fibromyalgia. Loves goats, gardening, captions. #FreePalestine #CaptionItNZ #ClimateJustice
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The ‘4Rs’ of emergency management are risk reduction, readiness, response and recovery. Govt decisions to make fairy dust the strategy for emissions reduction suggests they’re not bothered with risk reduction; adaptation is all too hard so forget readiness, making response increasingly frequent
NZ has fallen into a 'crisis and response' pattern on climate disaster, experts say. Billions have been spent on storm recovery since 2023, while key climate adaptation funding and planning tools have been cut.
My story looking at last week’s storms
www.rnz.co.nz/news/nationa...
My story looking at last week’s storms
www.rnz.co.nz/news/nationa...
January 30, 2026 at 5:51 AM
The ‘4Rs’ of emergency management are risk reduction, readiness, response and recovery. Govt decisions to make fairy dust the strategy for emissions reduction suggests they’re not bothered with risk reduction; adaptation is all too hard so forget readiness, making response increasingly frequent
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National-led government builds first new segregated schools for disabled people in NZ since 1977.
Govt announces two new specialist schools for complex, high needs
The schools were planned for Palmerston North and South Auckland, regions the Education Minister said had seen increasing demand for specialist education provision.
www.1news.co.nz
January 29, 2026 at 10:52 AM
National-led government builds first new segregated schools for disabled people in NZ since 1977.
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‘Forestry in Tairawhiti is a low-job, high-damage industry that survives by shitting billions of dollars of costs onto communities while exporting profits offshore.’
Forestry is far from the only industry to do this. #nzpol
Forestry is far from the only industry to do this. #nzpol
‘Low-job, high-damage:’ Forestry not the great economic contributor it claims - report
The paper’s findings have been rejected by the NZ Forestry Owner’s Association as “biased”, “incomplete” and “narrowly-framed”.
www.stuff.co.nz
January 29, 2026 at 6:20 PM
‘Forestry in Tairawhiti is a low-job, high-damage industry that survives by shitting billions of dollars of costs onto communities while exporting profits offshore.’
Forestry is far from the only industry to do this. #nzpol
Forestry is far from the only industry to do this. #nzpol
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Let us remember that the NZ police unlawfully raided the house of journalist Nicky Hager after Hager published a book exposing the malfeasance of Judith Collins. Police had to apologise while Collins is being appointed by Luxon to head the Law Commission. What a joke. www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/3505...
Stuff
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January 28, 2026 at 6:57 PM
Let us remember that the NZ police unlawfully raided the house of journalist Nicky Hager after Hager published a book exposing the malfeasance of Judith Collins. Police had to apologise while Collins is being appointed by Luxon to head the Law Commission. What a joke. www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/3505...
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Act Now!
Israel is moving to legalize executing Palestinian hostages while denying them legal access, holding them in isolation, and granting total immunity to those who carry out the killings.
This is the logical outcome of decades of impunity, racist dehumanization... 1/2
Israel is moving to legalize executing Palestinian hostages while denying them legal access, holding them in isolation, and granting total immunity to those who carry out the killings.
This is the logical outcome of decades of impunity, racist dehumanization... 1/2
![[title] Mobilize against Israel's Death Penalty Bill!
[sub-title] A move to legalize the hanging of Palestinians while denying legal access, enforcing isolation, and granting total immunity to those who carry out executions.
Picture of woman and man standing comforting each other](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:yc5zg5tae62twih5lwp34f6o/bafkreibjd4xgomolaw46t5qezafhsgzoitpcbd3ol5pqh6vcldv3uqhgve@jpeg)
![Violence and torture against Palestinians in Israeli prison camps—widely documented and condemned by international human rights bodies—has been met with impunity.This impunity has now paved the way for Israel to advance a bill for the execution of Palestinian hostages, denying them any right to appeal and holding them in isolation until execution—within 90 days. The world must act to stop this before it's too late.
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January 26, 2026 at 11:41 PM
Act Now!
Israel is moving to legalize executing Palestinian hostages while denying them legal access, holding them in isolation, and granting total immunity to those who carry out the killings.
This is the logical outcome of decades of impunity, racist dehumanization... 1/2
Israel is moving to legalize executing Palestinian hostages while denying them legal access, holding them in isolation, and granting total immunity to those who carry out the killings.
This is the logical outcome of decades of impunity, racist dehumanization... 1/2
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This government is defunding our health system.
January 25, 2026 at 7:16 AM
This government is defunding our health system.
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In October, ICE grabbed Maher Tarabishi.
He was a 24/7 caregiver for his disabled son Wael.
At the time of Maher’s detention, disability advocates warned that taking away Wael’s caregiver put his life at risk.
Wael died on Friday at age 30.
ICE caused his death.
They didn’t get to say goodbye.
He was a 24/7 caregiver for his disabled son Wael.
At the time of Maher’s detention, disability advocates warned that taking away Wael’s caregiver put his life at risk.
Wael died on Friday at age 30.
ICE caused his death.
They didn’t get to say goodbye.
Disabled son of ICE detainee dies after 30 days of hospitalization
It had been months since Wael Tarabishi seen his father. The family is calling on ICE to release Maher Tarabishi so he may attend his son's funeral.
www.wfaa.com
January 24, 2026 at 3:01 AM
In October, ICE grabbed Maher Tarabishi.
He was a 24/7 caregiver for his disabled son Wael.
At the time of Maher’s detention, disability advocates warned that taking away Wael’s caregiver put his life at risk.
Wael died on Friday at age 30.
ICE caused his death.
They didn’t get to say goodbye.
He was a 24/7 caregiver for his disabled son Wael.
At the time of Maher’s detention, disability advocates warned that taking away Wael’s caregiver put his life at risk.
Wael died on Friday at age 30.
ICE caused his death.
They didn’t get to say goodbye.
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The tragic loss of lives in NZ flooding events this week are climate change deaths. Media and govt are avoiding the topic.
Leaders and commentators must acknowledge the emerging reality of ordinary summer rainstorms carrying volumes of water akin to tropical cyclones of previous decades.
Leaders and commentators must acknowledge the emerging reality of ordinary summer rainstorms carrying volumes of water akin to tropical cyclones of previous decades.
January 21, 2026 at 10:54 PM
The tragic loss of lives in NZ flooding events this week are climate change deaths. Media and govt are avoiding the topic.
Leaders and commentators must acknowledge the emerging reality of ordinary summer rainstorms carrying volumes of water akin to tropical cyclones of previous decades.
Leaders and commentators must acknowledge the emerging reality of ordinary summer rainstorms carrying volumes of water akin to tropical cyclones of previous decades.
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“Many do not disclose their disability when they apply, and even if they do get the job, many never do disclose and struggle without support out of fear of losing their job." - Disabled Persons Assembly chief executive Mojo Mathers
Stuff
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January 20, 2026 at 10:53 PM
“Many do not disclose their disability when they apply, and even if they do get the job, many never do disclose and struggle without support out of fear of losing their job." - Disabled Persons Assembly chief executive Mojo Mathers
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This map shows the erosion susceptibility for Gisborne & Wairoa. It's from 2018 i.e. BEFORE Cyclone Gabrielle so it's likely the areas of high & very high erosion have increased. The forestry companies know this too, yet want a pass from the effects of slash? Talk about selfish & destructive.
January 17, 2026 at 7:55 PM
This map shows the erosion susceptibility for Gisborne & Wairoa. It's from 2018 i.e. BEFORE Cyclone Gabrielle so it's likely the areas of high & very high erosion have increased. The forestry companies know this too, yet want a pass from the effects of slash? Talk about selfish & destructive.
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I’d like to see the #NZ medical/health/safety organisations stand up and do the same ⬇️
All nations that care about reliable health information should be calling out the use of the now unreliable information at US-based institutions under their current leadership.
All nations that care about reliable health information should be calling out the use of the now unreliable information at US-based institutions under their current leadership.
Great to see Canadian officials take a stance.
I’ve been saying for a while I wish other nations’ health and medical institutions would reassure their people they no longer use the US-based resources under the current US administration – and as Canada has, encourage their public to do the same.
I’ve been saying for a while I wish other nations’ health and medical institutions would reassure their people they no longer use the US-based resources under the current US administration – and as Canada has, encourage their public to do the same.
Canadian officials say US health institutions no longer dependable for accurate information
Misinformation from the Trump administration is cited as fuelling Canadians’ concerns over childhood vaccinations
www.theguardian.com
January 5, 2026 at 5:44 PM
I’d like to see the #NZ medical/health/safety organisations stand up and do the same ⬇️
All nations that care about reliable health information should be calling out the use of the now unreliable information at US-based institutions under their current leadership.
All nations that care about reliable health information should be calling out the use of the now unreliable information at US-based institutions under their current leadership.
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“If New Zealand wants to be serious about privacy, then organisations need to be held accountable for their failings […] That includes introducing significant fines, and real consequences.”
Privacy Act 2020 turns 5 – changes are needed
1-Dec-2025
www.privacy.org.nz/tuhono-conne...
Privacy Act 2020 turns 5 – changes are needed
1-Dec-2025
www.privacy.org.nz/tuhono-conne...
January 5, 2026 at 4:29 AM
“If New Zealand wants to be serious about privacy, then organisations need to be held accountable for their failings […] That includes introducing significant fines, and real consequences.”
Privacy Act 2020 turns 5 – changes are needed
1-Dec-2025
www.privacy.org.nz/tuhono-conne...
Privacy Act 2020 turns 5 – changes are needed
1-Dec-2025
www.privacy.org.nz/tuhono-conne...
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To all those saying "but if our government spoke out, there might be consequences", please remember that not speaking out also has consequences. The history of appeasement is not a reassuring one.
January 5, 2026 at 9:28 AM
To all those saying "but if our government spoke out, there might be consequences", please remember that not speaking out also has consequences. The history of appeasement is not a reassuring one.
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Literally a publication for eight-year olds 40 years ago
January 4, 2026 at 6:49 PM
Literally a publication for eight-year olds 40 years ago
See a bridge, post a bridge.
January 4, 2026 at 7:49 PM
See a bridge, post a bridge.
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NZ would do well to go hard on renewable energy for a bunch of good reasons.
January 3, 2026 at 6:14 PM
NZ would do well to go hard on renewable energy for a bunch of good reasons.
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Jordan’s experience is all to common. Discrimination and ableism are the biggest barriers for disabled people seeking employment, placing many of us in a catch 22 situation as to whether to disclose our disability or risk missing out.
Out of desperation, a man hid his visual impairment to get a job interview. It didn’t go well
The unemployment rate for people with disabilities is the highest it has been since the government started collecting this data.
www.stuff.co.nz
January 1, 2026 at 10:09 PM
Jordan’s experience is all to common. Discrimination and ableism are the biggest barriers for disabled people seeking employment, placing many of us in a catch 22 situation as to whether to disclose our disability or risk missing out.
Jordan’s experience is all to common. Discrimination and ableism are the biggest barriers for disabled people seeking employment, placing many of us in a catch 22 situation as to whether to disclose our disability or risk missing out.
Out of desperation, a man hid his visual impairment to get a job interview. It didn’t go well
The unemployment rate for people with disabilities is the highest it has been since the government started collecting this data.
www.stuff.co.nz
January 1, 2026 at 10:09 PM
Jordan’s experience is all to common. Discrimination and ableism are the biggest barriers for disabled people seeking employment, placing many of us in a catch 22 situation as to whether to disclose our disability or risk missing out.
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Great article in Stuff ft., my school buddy (and our Dux!) @mojomathers.bsky.social, about the discrimination people with disabilities face when job hunting
Out of desperation, a man hid his visual impairment to get a job interview. It didn’t go well
The unemployment rate for people with disabilities is the highest it has been since the government started collecting this data.
www.stuff.co.nz
January 1, 2026 at 6:17 PM
Great article in Stuff ft., my school buddy (and our Dux!) @mojomathers.bsky.social, about the discrimination people with disabilities face when job hunting
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This shouldn’t be a charity, this is basic healthcare that should be provided by a functional state.
📢 A charity screening children for sight and hearing problems at schools now has a fully kitted-out optometry bus - and big plans to roll the service out for adults.
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'Celia' the optometry bus hits the road to check Kiwi kids
www.rnz.co.nz
December 28, 2025 at 9:22 AM
This shouldn’t be a charity, this is basic healthcare that should be provided by a functional state.
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One of the largest arms shipments to israel since Oct 2023 is set to pass near Greece 24 Dec. This shipment can still be stopped.
States are obliged to block weapons used in genocide.
Dockworkers and civil society must refuse to load/unload. Disrupt the supply chain. #BlockTheBoat
States are obliged to block weapons used in genocide.
Dockworkers and civil society must refuse to load/unload. Disrupt the supply chain. #BlockTheBoat
December 23, 2025 at 8:03 AM
One of the largest arms shipments to israel since Oct 2023 is set to pass near Greece 24 Dec. This shipment can still be stopped.
States are obliged to block weapons used in genocide.
Dockworkers and civil society must refuse to load/unload. Disrupt the supply chain. #BlockTheBoat
States are obliged to block weapons used in genocide.
Dockworkers and civil society must refuse to load/unload. Disrupt the supply chain. #BlockTheBoat
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#NZpol
"Parliament has rejected a petition fighting to change ACC workplace legislation to include injured volunteer firefighters.
The petition to Parliament was launched by Katherine Lamont from the Queenstown Volunteer Fire Brigade after a colleague developed PTSD and was unable to get help."
"Parliament has rejected a petition fighting to change ACC workplace legislation to include injured volunteer firefighters.
The petition to Parliament was launched by Katherine Lamont from the Queenstown Volunteer Fire Brigade after a colleague developed PTSD and was unable to get help."
ACC petition for volunteer firefighters rejected by Parliament
Parliament has rejected a petition fighting to change ACC workplace legislation to include injured volunteer firefighters.
www.rnz.co.nz
December 15, 2025 at 5:37 AM
#NZpol
"Parliament has rejected a petition fighting to change ACC workplace legislation to include injured volunteer firefighters.
The petition to Parliament was launched by Katherine Lamont from the Queenstown Volunteer Fire Brigade after a colleague developed PTSD and was unable to get help."
"Parliament has rejected a petition fighting to change ACC workplace legislation to include injured volunteer firefighters.
The petition to Parliament was launched by Katherine Lamont from the Queenstown Volunteer Fire Brigade after a colleague developed PTSD and was unable to get help."
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#nzpol
I'm really uncomfortable about this news.
I think it's time for our media and opppsition politicians to be asking very blunt questions (that don't go away) about AoNZ based companies and AoNZ govt involvement in the wars and genocide machinery being used by others abroad. 🤬
I'm really uncomfortable about this news.
I think it's time for our media and opppsition politicians to be asking very blunt questions (that don't go away) about AoNZ based companies and AoNZ govt involvement in the wars and genocide machinery being used by others abroad. 🤬
went pretty quickly from not doing military to doing specifically military contracts
www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/3609...
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Rocket Lab wins huge US contract worth $1.7 billion for missile defence satellites system
Rocket Lab will deliver satellites designed for missile warning, to provide global detection and tracking of emerging threats, including of hypersonic systems.
www.stuff.co.nz
December 20, 2025 at 5:04 AM
#nzpol
I'm really uncomfortable about this news.
I think it's time for our media and opppsition politicians to be asking very blunt questions (that don't go away) about AoNZ based companies and AoNZ govt involvement in the wars and genocide machinery being used by others abroad. 🤬
I'm really uncomfortable about this news.
I think it's time for our media and opppsition politicians to be asking very blunt questions (that don't go away) about AoNZ based companies and AoNZ govt involvement in the wars and genocide machinery being used by others abroad. 🤬
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Warm wishes from everyone at DPA for a peaceful holiday season. We extend our gratitude to our members, staff, partners, funders, and the disability community for all your support. We'll keep championing disability rights together. Closed 22 Dec 2025, reopening 19 Jan 2026.
December 18, 2025 at 1:29 AM
Warm wishes from everyone at DPA for a peaceful holiday season. We extend our gratitude to our members, staff, partners, funders, and the disability community for all your support. We'll keep championing disability rights together. Closed 22 Dec 2025, reopening 19 Jan 2026.
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Another very useful thing to come out of this case regardless of final result. Finally an on the record position from the leader on behalf of the party.
"Hipkins said Labour's position was that it was a matter for the young person concerned, their family, and their physician."
"Hipkins said Labour's position was that it was a matter for the young person concerned, their family, and their physician."
Puberty blockers ban delayed by judicial review
The ban on new prescriptions of puberty blockers to treat gender dysphoria in young people was due to come into effect this week.
www.rnz.co.nz
December 17, 2025 at 2:58 AM
Another very useful thing to come out of this case regardless of final result. Finally an on the record position from the leader on behalf of the party.
"Hipkins said Labour's position was that it was a matter for the young person concerned, their family, and their physician."
"Hipkins said Labour's position was that it was a matter for the young person concerned, their family, and their physician."