Fijian teen to be deported over special education cost concerns
Sunday 16 February 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story Erica Stanford, Immigration New Zealand, Chris Penk, Immigration and Protection Tribunal
An 18-year-old Fijian national faces deportation from New Zealand after officials ruled he is not of acceptable health. The Immigration and Protection Tribunal expressed concerns that his medical needs would impose significant costs on special education services. Immigration Minister Erica Stanford stated the decision rests with the Associate Immigration Minister.
