2010
Object – Taonga source: Mary Johnson
Framed Memorabilia: Mary Johnson and her MNZM medal, awarded 2010
2018
publication – Taonga source: St Dominic’s Catholic Deaf Centre
Deaf Southern Star: 2018 (Vol. 40, No. 1)
Est. 2006
Object – Taonga source: Manawatu Deaf Society
Manawatu Deaf Social Club: Ladies Pairs – Darts
Est. 1964
COLLECTIONS – CURATED BY SIGNDNA: DEAF NATIONAL ARCHIVE
Hawkes Bay Deaf Club
It all began on the 21st of March 1964. A group of deaf adults from Napier and Hastings got together to form the Hawkes Bay Deaf Club. Soon after, others from as far away as Wairoa and Waipukurau soon joined in as well. There were over 20 members in 1964.
Est. 1993
Object – Taonga source: Manawatu Deaf Society
Manawatu Deaf Club Darts: Player of the League – Singles
2016
Images – Taonga source: Central Zone Deaf Rugby Union
Team Photo: Central Zone Deaf Rugby Union, 23rd National Deaf Rugby Championship, 2016
Est. 1994
Object – Taonga source: Manawatu Deaf Society
Manawatu Deaf Society Social Club: Skeet Clay Shooting – Interclub
2014
video – Taonga source: Ministry of Education
Ko Wai Au? Who Am I? See My Voice?
A video with six rangatahi communicating their stories of being young Turi Māori (Māori Deaf). The topics they discuss include recognition and acknowledgement of Deaf people in the past, Dame Whina Cooper and the impact of Kelston Deaf Education Centre.
2019
article – Taonga source: Stuff
New Zealand’s two deaf education centres to merge
New Zealand's two deaf education centres will become one next year as Kelston Deaf Education Centre and van Asch Deaf Education Centre merge from Term 3, 2020.
2016
publication – Taonga source: St Dominic’s Catholic Deaf Centre
Deaf Southern Star: 2016 (Vol. 38, No. 4)
2018
video – Taonga source: Deaf Children New Zealand
NZSL and Us: Jorja Steele, Christchurch
Jorja loves to interact with Deaf students at her age and is a keen surfer. She uses NZSL at home and with both her Deaf and hearing peers. She attends a regular school, but it doesn’t stop her from being able to mingle with Deaf girls at age. Her mother is determined to allow Jorja to have the best of both worlds – Deaf and hearing.
Est. 1937
COLLECTIONS – CURATED BY SIGNDNA: DEAF NATIONAL ARCHIVE
Auckland Deaf Society
Established in 1937, Auckland Deaf Society (ADS) is New Zealand’s largest (and second oldest) Deaf Club. Previously called the 'Auckland Adult Deaf Society' and the 'Deaf Welfare Centre', the club’s original home was at an old shop on 47 Parnell Road in Auckland, before moving to 164 Balmoral Road with enormous support from the 'Friends of the Deaf'. Auckland Deaf Society is now located at 16 Hillsborough Road.
2015
Images – Taonga source: New Zealand Deaf Rugby
Team Photo: New Zealand Deaf Rugby, Christchurch 14th June 2015
2010
video – Taonga source: Attitude Pictures
The Berry Family: Part 2
We take you into the home of the Berrys and look at the lives of deaf New Zealanders. Playing poker is one of this family’s favourite pastimes!
NZSL Stories
Est. 1972
Object – Taonga source: Manawatu Deaf Society
Nilsson Cup: Indoor Bowls Singles
2015
Object – Taonga source: Manawatu Deaf Society
Souvenir Pen: Manawatu Deaf Society 50th Anniversary, 1962-2012
Est. 1982
Object – Taonga source: Manawatu Deaf Society
Manawatu Deaf Society Inc: Sportsperson of Year
2017
video – Taonga source: Meghan Coppage
Memories of Susan Hamilton
Susan Hamilton is interviewed by Meghan Coppage, where she recounts a range of experiences from her life. From growing up at a Deaf school, to her memories of time in the Deaf community in bygone days, to seeing the changes at Kelston Deaf Education Centre including the transition to new school building.
2010
article – Taonga source: Manawatū Standard
Sign language ‘necessity not choice’
Six months after deaf and hearing-impaired children in the region lost their deaf tutor, problems with the teaching of NZSL continue. "NZSL is not a choice, it's a necessity and we have to give these kids a voice," mother Charmaine Strickland said.
Est. 2001
Object – Taonga source: Auckland Deaf Society
Auckland Deaf Society Fishing Club: Heaviest Trevally of Year
NZSL Stories
2017
video – Taonga source: AUT Sign Language Section
Deaf Health Stories in NZSL
This project explores the experiences of Deaf New Zealanders in accessing healthcare and health information. 40 Deaf people from around New Zealand share their stories about barriers in this setting as well as strategies they have used in advocating for their right to access information, communication, and make informed decisions.
Est. 1993
Object – Taonga source: Auckland Deaf Society
Bregmen Memorial Trophy: Eight Balls Championship
NZSL Stories
2017
article – Taonga source: Western Leader.
Milestone in deaf education
A multimillion dollar education centre is helping deaf students communicate. More than 400 people attended the opening of the Kelston Deaf Education Centre (KDEC) rebuild on February 28, 2017.
2015
Object – Taonga source: Manawatu Deaf Society
Demolished Wood Floor Souvenir: CHCH DEAF CLUB, 1965–2011
2012
article – Taonga source: Manawatū Standard.
Deaf seek warm hall
When Manawatu Deaf Society members meet at their clubrooms in Awapuni, they huddle deep in coats and scarves and gloves. Their 22-year-old hall is icebox cold in winter, and members say the difficulty and expense of heating it keeps older society members at home, away from enjoying the society's sociability and events.
Est. 2006
Object – Taonga source: Manawatu Deaf Society
NZ Games for the Deaf, Millennium Trophy: Women’s Interclub Winner – 8 Ball Pool
NZSL Stories
2015
publication – Taonga source: St Dominic’s Catholic Deaf Centre
Deaf Southern Star: 2015 (Vol. 37, No. 4)
Est. 1974
Object – Taonga source: Auckland Deaf Society
Auckland Deaf Society Indoor Bowls Club: Triples
NZSL Stories
Est. 1964
Object – Taonga source: Auckland Deaf Society
Auckland Deaf Society McHattie Trophy: Tug-Of-War, Married vs Single
NZSL Stories
Est. 1981
Object – Taonga source: Auckland Deaf Society
Auckland Deaf Society Indoor Bowling Club: Mixed Pairs
NZSL Stories