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Vincent Mavaetangi Niua (51) was sentenced to eight-years imprisonment for attempted murder of a woman, with whom he was in a defacto relationship. “In my view, it is more likely that he was feeling scorned by the complainant having ended the relationship and, consistent with his egotistically controlling manner, was intent on revenge and subjugation by ending her life. ...His actions can only be described as appalling and sadistic,” said the Judge.

Tonga’s National Netball Team Tala has come out of the Oceania Netball Qualifiers not only undefeated but momentus, as it will take Tonga to its first ever Netball World Cup 2023 in Cape Town, South Africa. "This victory is huge for us as a team and for our country. With everything that Tonga has been through this year with the volcanic eruption, tsunami and covid, it was a way to send hope and joy to our country." said captain Hulita Haukinima Veve.

A 22-year-old man was found dead in a cell at the Mu'a Police station on Saturday with hours of his arrest. It was the second death in police custody at the same station this month. Police claimed that the circumstances indicated suicide, as they did with the earlier death in custody on 4 July.

New Zealand-Tongan Tenor singer Filipe Manu has been named as the winner of the 2022 Lexus Song Quest, Aotearoa's most prestigious opera competition. Filipe has walked away with a life-changing immediate cash prize of $20,000, a study scholarship of $27,000, plus economy international travel up to the value of $3,000. The head judge said the talent of the five finalists was exceptional.

Tonga's borders will open on 1 August, with the number of weekly flights increasing slowly over the next two months, the Tonga Government announced last night. Adults must prove they are vaccinated for COVID-19 (unless exempted) with at least two doses, and all passengers must have a supervised negative rapid antigen test (RAT) before departure.

The New Zealand Defence Force will support Pacific Island partners through a range of maritime security and other support in the next three months, NZ Minister of Defence Peeni Henare announced today. The NZDF, MFAT and Ministry for Primary Industries are partnering with defence and fisheries officials in Tonga and other PI countries.

The 'Ikale Tahi squad to play Hong Kong, the Asian Champ at the RWC Qualifier at the Sunshine Coast on Saturday, 23 July was announced today by Tonga Rugby Union.

Bruno Latu (27) was sentenced to 27-months imprisonment for offences that included possession of a pistol without a license and 1.72 grams of methamphetamine.

Five candidates are contesting the By-Election for Ha’apai 12 on 1 September. Candidates nominations closed today. This By-Election is to replace the former Ha'apai 12 People’s Representative to the Legislative Assembly, Vili Hingano who passed away on 10 June.