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ParaFed Organisations In 1965 Auckland set up the first local ParaFed association (Paraplegic & Physically Disabled Federation. In 1966 a team of 9 Aucklanders and 1 Dunedin competitor went to the Commonwealth Games in Jamaica. In 1968 the New Zealand Parapegic & Physically Disabled Federation (ParaFed New Zealand) was formed as the national body for disability sport to enable an official team to represent New Zealand at the Paralympic Games in Tel Aviv. In general the mission of local ParaFed's is "to provide opportunities and encourage all people with physical disabilities to participate in life to the full in the areas of sport and recreation" General Objectives:
As all the regions in New Zealand are unique the ParaFed Branches are also different around New Zealand and may run different programmes etc. ParaFed Branches are found in most regions and are thee to assist you to participate in sport and recreation activities of your choice. Please contact your local ParaFed for more information and assistance.
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