Disability

Health

Disability funding model doesn’t work for Pacific communities - advocate

Aiga Pouoa says current government disability support structures do not align with Pacific values, leaving families to rely on their own networks for care.

Khalia StrongTue, 04 Mar

Law & Order

Disability services shake-up ignores vulnerable community - Pacific NGO

The Pacific Disability Forum says the government’s shock announcements around disability services has failed to uphold the UN conventions for people living with cognitive impairment.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uMon, 26 Aug

Olympics •

Tonga

Tupou Neiufi prepares to defend swimming gold at Paralympics

Tongan swimmer Tupou Neiufi is set to compete in Paris at her third Paralympic Games, but could it be her last?

Khalia StrongMon, 29 Jul

Law & Order •

Tonga

'We have no house in Tonga': Thousands rally against deportation

The deportation of two beloved Auckland family members, one who is a caregiver for her intellectually disabled brother, has led to over 10,000 people signing a petition to fight it.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 02 Jul

Education

'Do better': Mother of child living with a disability calls on govt for more support

Aimee Terite, who’s son has autism, is hopeful the government's $89 million investment in specialist schools will shorten long wait lists, but adds there’s still other obstacles to address.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 18 Jun