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Miss Heilala contestants model Tongan Puletaha

Nuku'alofa, Tonga

Miss Pangaimotu Island, Siosi’ana Taumoepeau, Heilala Pageant, Puletaha competition, Nuku'alofa. 4 July 2025. Photo: Matangi Tonga.

Photos by Tupou Vaipulu Jr.

Report by Katalina Siasau

The Miss Heilala Pageant 2025 contestants modeled Tongan Puletaha (a formal outfit in one colour) during the final competitions tonight, 4 July, at the Tonga High Indoor Stadium in Nuku'alofa.

The top three best Puletaha designs will be announced later tonight, along with the winners of other categories.

Miss Pangaimotu Island, Siosi’ana Taumoepeau, Heilala Pageant, Puletaha competition, Nuku'alofa. 4 July 2025. Photo: Matangi Tonga.

Miss Ha’apai Masani, Ati Liliani ‘Olie, Heilala Pageant, Puletaha competition, Nuku'alofa. 4 July 2025. Photo: Matangi Tonga.

Miss Lady Maria Australia, Anna-Li Pisa Tanuvasa Chou-Lee, Heilala Pageant, Puletaha competition, Nuku'alofa. 4 July 2025. Photo: Matangi Tonga.

Miss Tongatapu 2, Fugaau Elizabeth Amanaki Mafi, Heilala Pageant, Puletaha competition, Nuku'alofa. 4 July 2025. Photo: Matangi Tonga.
Miss Tika Way Creations, Malia Toatepi Tonga’uiha, Heilala Pageant, Puletaha competition, Nuku'alofa. 4 July 2025. Photo: Matangi Tonga.

Miss S&S USA, Sinivia Tu’avao, Heilala Pageant, Puletaha competition, Nuku'alofa. 4 July 2025. Photo: Matangi Tonga.