Accelerating Aotearoa

Afternoon beats with Jah and

**Have you been injured and unable to work? Do you know what ACC may actually pay you?**

🎙️ **A new episode of the We Are Ōtara Podcast**

🎥 **Watch the full episode:** https://youtu.be/WeCpMBdFer4

Getting your injury covered by ACC does not automatically mean you will receive weekly compensation.

In Part 2 of our ACC series, Eden from Community Law South Auckland joins us on the **We Are Ōtara Podcast** to explain how ACC weekly compensation works in New Zealand.

In this episode, we look at:

💰 Who can qualify for weekly compensation

⚖️ The requirements you need to meet

🩹 What ACC means by "incapacity"

👷 How your employment situation can affect your entitlement

📅 What happens if you were on unpaid leave when you were injured

👶 Rules for young people and potential earners

💵 How ACC calculates weekly compensation

📊 The 80% earnings limit

🧠 How mental injury and sensitive claims can be treated differently

💰 Interest that may be owed when ACC payments are delayed

❗ What you can do if your compensation is declined, stopped or delayed

ACC can be difficult to understand, especially when you are already dealing with an injury and the stress of being unable to work.

That is why these conversations are important.

📚 This is **Part 2 of our ACC series**, following our previous episode about ACC cover.

If you know someone dealing with an ACC claim, please share this episode with them. It could help them understand their rights and know what questions to ask.

🎙️ **The We Are Ōtara Podcast** brings you conversations with people, organisations and community leaders working to make a difference in Ōtara and South Auckland.

Follow the podcast for more stories, conversations and useful information from our community.

⚖️ Community Law South Auckland provides free legal information and advice to our community.

*This video provides general legal information only. It is not legal advice. For advice about your individual situation, please contact Community Law South Auckland or another qualified legal professional.*

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🌊 **Geek Camp Season 2 – Day 6** 🚣

Thank you for your patience as we share the final day of **Geek Camp Season 2**!

What an incredible way to finish the season. Our rangatahi enjoyed another fantastic day out on the water before heading back to enjoy games, teamwork, and plenty of laughs with the wonderful team from **Fergs Kayaks**.

Every day of Geek Camp has been filled with new experiences, stronger friendships, and memories that will last a lifetime. We're so proud of everyone who took part and grateful to everyone who helped make this season possible.

As we close out Season 2, we're already excited for everything that **Geek Camp Season 3** has in store!

🎥 Watch the full Day 6 highlights here:
https://youtu.be/Ld3SkH1l5Tc

What's been your favourite Geek Camp moment this season? Let us know in the comments!

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❤️🏆 Congratulations, David Liti! 🏆❤️

Sending all our love and biggest congratulations to our very own next-door neighbour and South Auckland weightlifting champion, David Liti!

What an incredible achievement! Your dedication, strength and determination continue to make our community proud. To see someone from our own backyard reach such incredible heights on the world stage is something truly special.

From South Auckland to the world — we are so proud of you, David! 🇳🇿💪🏽❤️

Congratulations once again, and thank you for representing our community and Aotearoa with such strength and heart.

Ka mau te wehi, David! 👏🏽🏆🇳🇿

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🌊 WELCOME BACK TO GEEK CAMP SEASON 2 - DAY 5! 🎮✨

Our tamariki continued their amazing Geek Camp journey with another unforgettable day full of adventure, learning, and connection!

Today, our kids took to the water with the incredible team from Fergs Kayaks, exploring the beautiful waters of Aotearoa while learning new kayaking skills, building confidence, and creating amazing memories together. 🚣‍♂️🌊

After a well-earned rest, it was time to head back out to the park for more games, teamwork, and plenty of laughter!

The day finished with an amazing Filipino feast 🇵🇭❤️ where our kids enjoyed delicious food, great conversations, and another special evening together as part of the Geek Camp whānau.

Geek Camp is about creating opportunities for young people to explore, learn, connect, and experience new adventures in a safe and supportive environment.

Stay tuned for the exciting conclusion of Geek Camp Season 2! 🚀

🎥 Watch Geek Camp S2 Day 5 here:
https://youtu.be/d0NDCSqGfAQ

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🌟 WELCOME BACK TO DAY 4 OF GEEK CAMP SEASON 2! 🌟

Another fantastic day at Geek Camp Season 2! 🎮✨

Our amazing campers continue to bring incredible energy every single day, making new friends, taking part in exciting activities, and creating memories that will last a lifetime. Watching our tamariki grow in confidence, connect with one another, and simply enjoy being kids is what Geek Camp is all about.

Today was especially meaningful as our wonderful nanas shared their beautiful talents with our campers through traditional waiata and dance. 🌺🎶 Their performances brought smiles to everyone's faces while giving our young people the opportunity to experience and celebrate the richness of our culture.

Adding to the excitement, everyone enjoyed a delicious butter chicken lunch, lovingly prepared by our amazing friend Kary. 🍛❤️ Sharing a meal together gave our campers the chance to relax, laugh, and recharge before another afternoon packed with fun and adventure.

Geek Camp is about so much more than school holiday activities. It's about creating a safe and welcoming environment where young people can build confidence, make lifelong friendships, celebrate culture, and create memories they'll treasure for years to come.

A huge thank you to our volunteers, whānau, supporters, and community members who continue to make Geek Camp Season 2 such a special experience.

🚀 The adventure isn't over yet! Tune in tomorrow for Day 5 of Geek Camp Season 2!

🎥 Watch all the highlights from Day 4 here:

https://youtu.be/-v8Njg4sPLY

Accelerating Aotearoa Geek Camp S2 Day 4 🌟 WELCOME BACK TO DAY 4 OF GEEK CAMP SEASON 2! 🌟Another fantastic...

🌟 WELCOME BACK TO DAY 3 OF GEEK CAMP SEASON 2! 🌟

What an amazing way to wrap up the first week of Geek Camp! 🎮✨

The fun never stops as our incredible kids spent another day playing, laughing, enjoying delicious kai, making new friends, and creating memories together. The energy throughout Geek Camp has been incredible, and our campers continue to surprise us with their enthusiasm every day! 💙

Day 3 also gave our young people the special opportunity to learn from the amazing Matua Chris about Matariki and its importance.

Our campers learned the names of the nine stars of Matariki, their meanings, and the rich history and mātauranga behind this special time in Aotearoa. 🌌⭐

It is incredibly important that our young people have opportunities to learn about Matariki and the knowledge passed down through generations. When our elders and knowledge holders share their wisdom with us, we can carry those stories forward and pass that knowledge on to the next generation.

That is what makes days like this so special. Geek Camp isn't only about having fun — it's also about learning, connecting, building friendships, celebrating culture, and giving our tamariki experiences they can carry with them into the future.

A huge thank you to everyone who made the first week of Geek Camp Season 2 so special! 🙌

🚀 And we're not finished yet… Tune in next week for more fun, learning, laughter, and unforgettable Geek Camp adventures!

🎥 Watch all the highlights from Day 3 of Geek Camp Season 2 here:
Watch Geek Camp Season 2 – Day 3 on YouTube
https://youtu.be/zXyIErDzu_gx

Accelerating Aotearoa Geek Camp S2 Day 3 🌟 WELCOME BACK TO DAY 3 OF GEEK CAMP SEASON 2! 🌟What an incredibl...

Thank you so much for visiting us, Kary and Jas.

The meal you provided was enjoyed by everyone, and we are incredibly grateful for the time, effort, and commitment you made to visit our whare.

What you brought was more than just food. It was a wonderful example of community looking after community, and that spirit is very much alive here in Ōtara.

Thank you again for your generosity and support.

🌟 Geek Camp Season 2 – Day 2 Highlights! 🎮✨

The excitement continues at Geek Camp Season 2! Our amazing campers returned for another day filled with creativity, teamwork, learning, and plenty of fun.

Every day, we’re amazed by the incredible energy, curiosity, and enthusiasm our young people bring. From taking on new challenges to making new friends, our campers continue to show that Geek Camp is a place where imagination, confidence, and connection can grow.

It’s been awesome seeing everyone getting involved, supporting each other, and creating unforgettable memories together. 💙

We can’t wait to welcome everyone back tomorrow for the exciting conclusion of our first week of Geek Camp Season 2! 🚀

📺 Watch the highlights from Day 2 here:
https://youtu.be/WWoijnMNxkc

📍 Proudly supporting our young people and building stronger community connections through fun, creativity, and shared experiences.

Accelerating Aotearoa Geek Camp S2 Day 2 🌟 Welcome back to Day 2 of Geek Camp Season 2! 🎮✨Another exciting...