More help is on the way for Tonga - as more details emerge about the scale of death and destruction on the ground.
Three people have now been confirmed dead -- and many more are injured.
Two New Zealand naval ships are heading to the islands, carrying water, food, medical supplies, and a desalination plant.
Defence Minister Peeni Henare told Tim Dower they've requested PPE gear because stores were impacted by the tsunami.
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