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Friday 15 April 2016 4:48pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Parents of an eight-months old infant, who died after no medical treatment was sought in 2014, were acquitted of manslaughter by negligence and an alternative count of willful neglect of a child on 8 April, by a Supreme Court judge who considered that all concerned were victims of poverty. "The circumstances of the case are tragic," he said.
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Friday 15 April 2016 4:40pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : A 16-years imprisonment sentence was imposed on a man who had pleaded guilty to multiple counts of having carnal knowledge and indecently assaulting two girls who were under the age of 12 in 2014. The security of young children in Tonga is paramount here, said Mr Justice Cato on 7 April, at the Nuku'alofa Supreme Court. Premium content -
Friday 15 April 2016 1:16pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Calling the introduction of Raw Marks “a National Crisis”, Tonga’s Exams and Assessment Unit (EAU) has made three recommendations and alerted the Ministry of Education that consultations with all its divisions and stakeholders are vital. Premium content -
Friday 15 April 2016 12:35pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : ANZAC Day will be observed at a dawn service in Tonga on Monday 25 April at the Cenotaph at Pangai, to commemorate the brave servicemen and women from Tonga, Australia and New Zealand who fought and died for world peace. Premium content -
Friday 15 April 2016 9:49am
Samoa : A young woman in Samoa who claims to have experienced stigmata (wounds suffered by Jesus during the crucifixion) has gathered widespread support, according to media reports. The events have captured the attention of the world’s press, including the BBC. Premium content -
Friday 15 April 2016 8:51am
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Tongan women who wish to become candidates for district and town officer elections in June this year, yesterday learned from a visiting New Zealand member of parliament, Jenny Salesa, how they can work with the support of other women.2 comments Premium content -
Thursday 14 April 2016 2:36pm
Sydney, Australia : The Canterbury Bulldog's Coach and Captain have supported William Hopoate's decision not play on Sunday after the 23-year old revealed his religious commitments and devotion to observing the Sabbath.1 comment Premium content -
Wednesday 13 April 2016 4:49pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : A 40-year-old man from Kolofo’ou, who was chased and arrested by police on Laifone Road, is detained in custody after he was allegedly found in possession of 61 small packs of marijuana, on Tuesday 12 April. Premium content -
Wednesday 13 April 2016 4:45pm
Sydney, Australia : Rev Sione Pinomi (51) of the Free Wesleyan Church of Tonga in Australia passed away on Thursday, 7 April. The reverend was a central figure in the Tongan community in Australia, estimated to be around 40,000, said Tonga’s Honorary Consul in Sydney, Louise Waterhouse. Premium content -
Wednesday 13 April 2016 2:31pm
Washington D.C., U.S.A : The Republic of Nauru (pop. 10,500) officially joined the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on 12 April 2016, after applying for membership in April 2014 becoming its 189th member. Nauru’s initial quota in the IMF is around US$2.8 million. Premium content -
Wednesday 13 April 2016 12:20pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : New Zealand MP for Manukau East, Jenny Salesa will hold an open meeting with women, particularly those who are interesting in running for public office, in Nuku’alofa on Thursday, 14 April. Salesa will share her experience and encourage attendees on the role women play in politics and decision-making positions Premium content -
Wednesday 13 April 2016 11:44am
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : A 35-year-old policeman who has been suspended following alleged reports of misconduct on social media is under criminal investigation. Premium content -
Wednesday 13 April 2016 11:41am
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : There was excitement at the Tonga Golf Club last Saturday, 9 April when the Prime Minister, Hon. ‘Akilisi Pohiva joined the club’s after match gathering, and presented the prizes for the day’s golf competition, a Stableford event. Premium content -
Wednesday 13 April 2016 9:55am
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Missing New Zealand visitor Gregory Paul Reynolds (47) was last sighted in Tongatapu on Thursday, 7 April at the Liku'alofa Beach Resort, where he was staying, Tonga Police confirmed yesterday. Premium content -
Tuesday 12 April 2016 5:29pm
Canberra, Australia : Brumbies Number 8, Ita Vaea has announced his retirement from professional rugby yesterday, heeding the advice of doctors who were concerned with a heart condition. The Wallaby and ‘Ikale Tahi prospect is only 27 years old. Premium content -
Tuesday 12 April 2016 5:13pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : The 2016 Oceania Archery Championships (11-15 April) was set in motion yesterday at Pangai Lahi on the Nuku’alofa waterfront by Prince Ata, after he landed the first arrow on target. Premium content -
Tuesday 12 April 2016 1:26pm
Leicester, England : ‘Ikale Tahi winger Telusa Veainu has won the “Citizen Try of the Week” after he scored a stunning try for his team, the Leicester Tigers, in the Aviva Premiership on April 2.1 comment Premium content -
Monday 11 April 2016 6:21pm
Hong Kong, China : A young and inexperienced Tongan Sevens team was outclassed by Japan (33 – 0) in the quarter finals of the HSBC Series qualifying competition at the Hong Kong Sevens tournament yesterday April 10. Premium content -
Monday 11 April 2016 6:20pm
Hong Kong, china : Rugby Sevens legend and former Fijian International, Waisale Serevi gave a moving tribute in honour of Jonah Lomu at a memorial event held in Hong Kong on Saturday April 9. Premium content -
Monday 11 April 2016 5:00pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Ousted Member of Parliament, Mateni Tapueluelu, has successfully appealed against a declaration made by Lord Chief Justice Paulsen that resulted in him being removed from Parliament in December last year. The Court of Appeal of Tonga overturned the decision on Friday April 8. Premium content
