Firstport

Firstport is New Zealand’s national hub for disability and accessibility information, designed to help disabled people, whānau, caregivers and professionals find the right support - fast.

If you want dependable disability information and support in Aotearoa, Firstport is your go‑to starting point. Here’s what they offer.

Comprehensive Disability Information

Find guidance on:

• Disability support options
• Transport, housing, education & employment pathways
• Wellbeing resources
• Neurodiversity information
• Accessible events and activities happening across New Zealand

Clear Pathways to Support

Firstport removes the confusion from navigating the disability sector by linking you directly to:

• Local disability information & advice centres
• Community groups and peer support networks
• Emergency disability support
• Equipment and assistive technology providers

Funding and Equipment Guidance

Get up‑to‑date, easy‑to-understand information on:

• Disability funding options
• Flexible funding changes
• Equipment, home modifications, and assistive tools
• Who can help you access what you need

Built on Enabling Good Lives (EGL)

Firstport weaves EGL principles through everything it does - promoting:

• Self‑determination
• Person‑centred support
• Mana-enhancing practices
• Easy-to-use systems
• Strengthened community connection

Trusted, Neutral and Community‑Driven

Firstport follows the Three P’s:

Partnership, Participation, Protection - ensuring content is balanced, trustworthy, and informed by experts and lived experience.

National Reach, Free to Use

Run by Enable New Zealand, funded by Disability Support Services, and connected to 170+ local disability information centres nationwide.

Start exploring today! Learn more here