"Before the accident, I could have done 10,000 things - been an All Black,
a world-class cyclist or a downhill skier - but after, I could only
do 8,000 of those things. I can dwell on the 2,000 things that I could never do
but I choose to focus on the 500 that I can."
- Tony Christiansen
Motivational speaker
Tony lost both his legs in a train accident at the tender age of 9 when he was collecting coal at a railway yard for a community project.
Although he was not expected to live past the age of 16 due to physical and mental challenges, Tony defied the odds and went on to achieve more in his life than most people would even consider trying.
Successful BusinessmanHe turned a struggling signwriting business into a great success. More
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Race Car ChampionHe won races in multiple categories locally and domestically. More |
World Class AthleteHe is an athlete and has won many international medals and awards. More
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Surf LifesaverHe is a qualified lifeguard with 33 rescues in his career. More |
Martial ArtistHe holds a 2nd Degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do. More
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Qualified PilotHe is the first person who learned to fly with a disability. More |
Scuba DiverThis motivational speaker frequently scuba dives around the world. More
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Inspirational SpeakerHe is an unbelievable speaker who commands standing ovations. More |
City CouncillorHe was the highest polling candidate at the local body elections. More
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Conquering KilimanjaroHe climbed to the summit of Mt Kilimanjaro on his backside. More |
World's Fastest AmputeeHe raced the famed Bonneville Salt Flats at 182mph. More |
Snow SkierHe only needed a day to become an adept snow skier. More |