Support for Semisi and whanau
Semisi has had a severe injury and we want to support his family at this time.
Paerata, Auckland
On September 5, 2024, 16-year-old Semisi Naiqara, a talented and respected member of the Wesley College 1st XV, sustained a traumatic brain injury during a rugby match against Liston College.
After six weeks in Auckland Hospital Semisi was transferred to the excellent rehabilitation centre ABI, in Ranui. He is leading his way and is making impressive progress.
Semisi has had further surgery is making amazing progress, but he and his family really need support. He has a very long road ahead.
All donations will be thankfully received and contribute to the care Semisi will require moving forward.
“We are so deeply moved by the outpouring of love and support for Semisi,” said his parents. “It gives us so much strength to see how many people are standing behind him. With the right care and continued support from the community, we are hopeful Semisi will continue to make steady and encouraging progress.”
Wesley College's involvement (page creator)
Funds will be paid to Semisi's mother Vaulina
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To assist the Naiqara family in what will be a long journey continuing to care for and support Semisi's recovery, the College is adding its further support by way of this 'GIVE A LITTLE' page.
Latest update
Semisi's next challenge has begun 29 July 2025
And 2024 saw one new total and permanent injury when on September 5 16 yr 16-year-old Semisi, playing for Wesley College 1st XV, suffered a life-changing TBI. We were delighted to make Semisi our 118th VIP – because all medical advice said he wasn’t going to make it.
Against all odds, on October 21, he was transferred from Akld Hospital to the excellent ABI facility on Ranui. Tuesday 22 July , he was discharged from ABI to home in Pukekohe. His rehabilitation continues physically and mentally with a goal to getting back to school next year.
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