Results for From the Local Press

A foreigner will crown the King. Rev. 'Ahio the Royal Chaplain said that in Tongan culture, the head and brain are sacred. Rev. 'Ahio and two other ordained ministers will assist Anglican bishop Jabez Bryce.

Highlights from Tonga's newspapers, June 16-26, 2008. An English translation summary by Tevita Fonua.

Highlights from Tonga's newspapers, June 2-5, 2008. An English translation summary by Tevita Fonua.

Highlights from Tonga's newspapers, May 5-22, 2008. An English translation summary by Tevita Fonua.

The Taimi on April 21 reports that 'Akilisi Pohiva, accompanied by 'Isi Pulu and Clive Edwards, had told a meeting of prominent people of Ma'ufanga that he wants to enter parliament with these two. But by the next day, his newspaper carried a goodwill message to Sangster Saulala from 'Akilisi, and also published letters urging that Clive be dropped in favour of Semisi Tapueluelu.

Highlights from Tonga's newspapers, March 27-April 3, 2008. An English translation summary by Tevita Fonua.

Highlights from Tonga's newspapers, March 17-20, 2008. An English translation summary by Tevita Fonua.

The Talaki on March 5 reports that the Democracy Committee will carry out a survey in a month's time to determine the popularity of its eight candidates, who are now campaigning independently. The top three will then be creamed off to contest the election, with the committee's endorsement. It is expected that the rest will withdraw voluntarily, with no mud-slinging. Highlights from Tonga's newspapers, March 3-6, 2008. An English translation summary by Tevita Fonua.

Highlights from Tonga's newspapers, February 11-14, 2007. An English translation summary by Tevita Fonua.