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‘Awesome’ surf experience breaks disability barriers
Published 25 March 2009, Posted in Northland
For Auckland’s Dan Buckingham, riding the surf was nearly impossible - until Saturday.
The 28-year-old, who a decade ago lost the use of his legs in a rugby accident, was one of about 20 disabled people who glided through the surf in front of Omanu Surf Life Saving Club.
“It was a real blast,” said Mr Buckingham, the captain of the Wheel Blacks wheelchair rugby team.
Read the full story curtesy of the Bay Of Plenty Times
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Minnie’s presentation on Be Accessibe was truly inspiring. disappointing to see those most in need of ‘enlightenment’ were absent….a great build up for the RWC and way beyond so up to those who did attend to be vocal! and spread the Be word!