The Rio 2016 Paralympic Games have officially opened in a kaleidoscope of colour to a nearly full house in the famous Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro.
The show opened with striking colours and the sounds of Brazilian samba music.
4,350 Para-Athletes from over 160 countries will compete in 22 Para-Sports at the games.
New Zealand's 31-strong team was lead out by javelin thrower Holly Robinson from Hokitika.
Tens of thousands of Rio locals saved their loudest cheer for last when the host nation Brazil entered the stadium.
Source:
Radio New Zealand