THE recent volcanic eruption and tsunami near Tonga has had a deep and lasting impact on Tongan communities in Victoria's north-west, Member for Mildura Ali Cupper has told State Parliament.

Ms Cupper said Tongan communities in Robinvale, as well as around Mildura, were all deeply concerned about what was happening to family and friends overseas.

The Mildura MP said the strong ties between the r...