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Reference is made to Sione Mokofisi's letter dated 15 September 2007 titled 'Agricultural Policy a Brilliant Idea'. I thank Sione Mokofisi for his contribution to the subject matter of which I believe only encourage positive synergistic dialogue to the development of the agricultural sector in Tonga. Noting his own views on the matter, I do wish to emphasise the following issues that perhaps deem furher discussion. - Brian Sutton

A policeman who committed "a heinous and despicable act" was confident that if the victim filed a complaint against him his fellow workers would hide it, Tonga's Chief Justice said in sentencing a constable to seven years imprisonment for raping and assaulting a woman held in a cell.

Walter Pupu'a (32) of Vaotu'u, Tongatapu, is the new South Pacific Light Heavyweight Champion after knocking out former Samoan champion Alapati Kitiona in the first round of their 12 round professional fight in Apia, Samoa on September 10.

Government is not a "rugby referee" but rather a guarantor of law and order, economics stability, security, etc. It would be ideal for Mr. Sutton to keep the Tongan Government out of the free marketplace, but in his own admission, the Supply side is lagging. What should government do? - Sione Mokofisi

The University of the South Pacific Tonga campus held a colourful float parade in Nuku'alofa On September 14, to mark their annual Open Day.

My hat's off to the Tongan Rugby team for beating USA 25-15 and a gigantic Congratulations! Keep it up guys!!!!!! - Peki Matheson

Seven People's Representatives, working under a misconception that the Parliamentary Committee for Political Reform has the overall authority to decide on a new political system for Tonga, were pushing for the reform to be implemented next year, or in 2009. From the House, by Pesi Fonua.

Today was a fun day at the Nuku'alofa Free Wesleyan Church Primary School, as youngsters marked the important of languages with singing and dancing, as part of their Language Week.

A new book of pocket-charts that will help health workers to identify people at risk of heart attacks and strokes and save lives by prescribing the most appropriate treatment is published today by the World Health Organization (WHO). The charts can be adapted for use in any setting, in any country, with any patient.