Our history

1931

The Soldiers' Civil Re-establishment League was formed as a not-for-profit organisation to provide rehabilitation and employment for disabled soldiers of the South African Wars and the First World War.

1942

The Constitution of the League was amended to undertake the training and re-establishment of disabled servicemen of the Second World War. The name was changed to The Disabled Servicemen's Re-establishment League.

1969

The League was appointed a government agent for both ex-servicemen and civilians from 1 April 1969. The name was changed to The Disabled Re-establishment League.

1974

The name was changed to Rehabilitation League NZ.

1990

The League went through a major restructure and changed its name to Workbridge Incorporated.

Workbridge emerged as a dedicated employment service for people with disabilities seeking to gain or retain open employment.

2001

Workbridge Incorporated adopted a new constitution, developing a two-tier governance structure independent of government.