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Thursday 6 July 2017 2:39pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : A roof top solar system at the Prince Wellington Ngu Hospital, Vava'u, was officially inaugurated on July 3 by Crown Prince Tupouto'a 'Ulukalala. -
Wednesday 5 July 2017 6:31pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : The Tonga Government's $382.4 million pa'anga budget appropriation was assented by King Tupou VI today, July 5.
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Wednesday 5 July 2017 5:33pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Sixteen contestants in the Miss Heilala Pageant cheered up a full crowd at Queen Salote Memorial Hall on Tuesday night, July 4, with their talent show, the second judging event in Nuku'alofa. Premium content -
Tuesday 4 July 2017 7:01pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Contestants in this year’s Miss Heilala Pageant looked radiant on Tuesday, July 4 a public holiday for the King’s birthday as they paraded on colourful floats through central Nuku’alofa. -
Monday 3 July 2017 10:16pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Tonga Police's final contingent to the Regional Assistance Mission to the Solomon Islands (RAMSI) returned to Tonga when the 14-years regional peacekeeping mission ended on 30 June in Honiara. Premium content -
Monday 3 July 2017 5:41pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : The 175th Anniversary of the Catholic Church in Tonga on Sunday, July 2 was celebrated with a mass led by HE Cardinal Mafi at Pangaimotu Island, the site of a white cross that marks the first mass held on July 2, 1842. Premium content -
Monday 3 July 2017 5:35pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : World Aquatics Day was celebrated at Fua’amotu Beach by residents of Pelehake Village with a barbeque after completing a six-week Learn to Swim Program, which also trained five swimming teachers under the same program. Premium content -
Saturday 1 July 2017 7:19pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : The ‘Ikale Tahi defeated Manu Samoa 30 – 26 today at Teufaiva Stadium, winning their first home game in Tonga since 2009. The dramatic encounter saw a thrilling end with the ‘Ikale Tahi preventing a Samoan try during extra-time to win the game. Photos by Pesi Fonua and Eleanor Gee. -
Friday 30 June 2017 10:06pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Tonga’s ‘Ikale Tahi and the Manu Samoa meet on Saturday, July 1 at Teufaiva Outdoor Stadium, in what should be a tough match for both sides, but many "Ikale Tahi players are fulfilling a dream of playing a test match at home. Premium content -
Friday 30 June 2017 7:34pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : King Tupou VI on 22 June 2017 appointed three new "Law Lords". Mrs Linda Simiki Folaumoetu’i (Tonga's first woman Law Lord), Mr Michael Dishington Scott K.C. and Mr Tu’inukutavake Barron Afeaki become members of two standing committees of the Privy Council. Premium content -
Friday 30 June 2017 1:11pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : The ‘Ikale Team for this Saturday’s matchup against the Manu Samoa was officially announced. Siale Piutau will captain the team for the match that kicks off at Teufaiva Stadium, Nuku'alofa at 3:00pm. Premium content -
Friday 30 June 2017 12:03am
Beijing, China : Nine Tongan students on study scholarships in China successfully completed their degrees this month. The students graduated from universities in Beijing, Shandong, Jianxi, Wuhan and Jilin with Masters degrees and Bachelor degrees. Premium content -
Thursday 29 June 2017 5:09pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Rev Dr 'Ahio was re-elected as the President of the Free Wesleyan Church of Tonga during the 94th Free Wesleyan Church Annual Conference on Wednesday, June 28 in Neiafu, Vava’u. Premium content -
Thursday 29 June 2017 11:02am
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : The Tonga Parliament repealed the Pacific Games Organizing Act 2013 and then passed Tonga’s biggest national budget for 2017-208 after mid-night last night 29 June.From the House by Pesi Fonua. Premium content -
Wednesday 28 June 2017 7:11pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : After years of absence, the ‘Ikale Tahi national rugby team is finally playing a home game in Nuku'alofa on Saturday, July 1, and coach Toutai Kefu is very happy that they are. Photos by Linny Folau. Premium content -
Wednesday 28 June 2017 7:00pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : The Ambassador of the Philippines to New Zealand, H.E. Jesus Domingo, visited the Kingdom last week. His visit was unannounced by the Tonga Government but was reported by the LDS church who greeted and welcomed Mr Domingo to their stake. Premium content -
Wednesday 28 June 2017 6:26pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Five waste management vehicles from the Government of Japan which arrives later this year, would be used by Waste Authority Ltd to extend its services in the outer islands of Vava'u and Ha'apai. Premium content -
Wednesday 28 June 2017 6:20pm
Waikato, New Zealand : Roger Pikia, the head of a New Zealand Maori tribe that owns the operation of over 700 hectares of forestry on Tonga's ‘Eua Island, is under fraud investigation. Premium content -
Tuesday 27 June 2017 11:07pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : The Tongan government is struggling to free Tonga from its commitment to host the 2019 Pacific Games. Premium content -
Tuesday 27 June 2017 7:17pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Thirteen contestants for the Miss Heilala Pageant 2017 attended an orientation program this morning, June 27, at the Scenic Hotel in Fua’amotu. Another four contestants are expected to arrive in Tonga this week. Photos by Linny Folau. Premium content
