Te Rōpū Ārahi o EGL Waitaha
Waitaha EGL Regional Leadership Group (WRLG)
Kia ora, welcome to our website
Enabling Good Lives (EGL) is an approach to guide positive change so that ALL disabled people and their whānau have greater choice and control over their lives.
The Waitaha Enabling Good Lives (EGL) Regional Leadership Group's purpose is to lead this change in Waitaha (Canterbury).
We do this in 3 main ways:
Listen
Listen to and strengthen the voice of our community
Promote self-determination
Provide opportunities for learning, growth and thinking differently about what a good life can look like
Amplify
Amplify the voices of our community and advocate for change
You can find the WRLG Website Introduction Easy Read using the below links:
DSS Submissions
Recently there have been two consultations related to DSS:
1. DSS Bill - In May 2026, the Minister for Disability Issues announced that the Government would introduce a new Disability Support Services Bill. Following this there was a short consultation period and some who submitted were given the opportunity to appear before the Select Committee. On 13 August 2026, the Social Services and Community Select Committee reported back on the Bill. It recommended the Bill move forward with some changes. You can read our submission here.
2. DSS ran a consultation on further improvements to key areas of DSS services. Representatives from the WRLG attended the Christchurch hui and we also made a submission to DSS. You can read our submission here.
What's On Near You
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Upcoming Events
- Multiple Dates1 day to the event20 Aug 2026, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pmOnlineFree online interactive sessions with the Disability Journey Into Adulthood team perfect for young adults with a disability, a caregiver, or an advocate these sessions cover a wide range of topics.
- 6 days to the event25 Aug 2026, 10:00 am – 4:00 pmParakiore Recreation and Sports Centre, 50 Saint Asaph Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011, New ZealandWondering about the next steps in your disability journey? Explore over 100 disability services, supports and opportunities. Free parking
- 10 days to the event29 Aug 2026, 1:00 pm – 3:30 pmRangiora High School Hall, 125 East Belt, Rangiora 7400, New ZealandJoin us for an afternoon of connection and learning. Find out about the support available and discover opportunities for people with disabilities in our community. #carers #whānau #providers #disabled
- 12 days to the event31 Aug 2026, 10:00 am – 1:00 pmBraintree Wellness Centre, 70 Langdons Road, Papanui, Christchurch 8053, New ZealandCould You Manage for 72 Hours in an Emergency? Stage 2 Workshop: Creating or updating your plan with DPA and Civil Defence
Multiple Dates21 days to the event09 Sept 2026, 3:00 pm – 4:45 pmChristchurch, Eastgate Shopping Centre Level 1, Linwood, Christchurch 8141, New ZealandCome and add your voice and connect with other disabled people. You can join in person or online, regularly or just when you can. NZSL Interpreters are available - please let us know if you would like them to attend.- 32 days to the event20 Sept 2026, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pmBraintree Wellness Centre, 70 Langdons Road, Papanui, Christchurch 8053, New ZealandDo you answer yes to the following questions 1. Do you hire your own support workers using an EGL or IF Budget? 2. Would you be available from 1 pm to 3 pm Sunday, 20th September 2026 to meet with job seekers to see if there is a connection? Registrations essential