Sionann Murphy

Sionann Murphy

Sionann Murphy of Auckland’s North Shore is a talented Para athlete wanting to make a difference in the lives of young physically disabled New Zealanders.

Sionann has cerebral palsy right hemiplegia and has been involved in athletics since she was age four and has been swimming since she was age seven. In 2019 she was a recipient of the ISPS Handa Talent Schlolarship to support her athletics journey and in 2021 she also won the Sir Murray Halberg Cup for Most Outstanding Athlete at the 2021 Halberg Games. The Halberg Foundation has been a big part of her life over the years and in turn, she would like to give back by helping other young people with disabilities.