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Thursday 2 April 2026 2:03pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : National fuel supply for Tonga is currently at level "green" meaning there is enough petrol, kerosene, and diesel, expected to last through April and May. However, concerns are growing over potential disruptions as the ongoing conflict in the Middle East enters its fifth week, affecting global fuel supply chains. Prime Minister Lord Fakafanua has urged the public to use fuel responsibly during the current period of uncertainty. Starting from yesterday’s increases, Tongans are now facing some of the highest fuel prices ever. -
Wednesday 1 April 2026 8:48pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : A Supreme Court judge has convicted a man of arranging the transport of more than five kilograms of methamphetamine, while acquitting his co-accused, in a case involving the evidence of police informants in Nuku'alofa. -
Wednesday 1 April 2026 11:09am
Sydney, Australia : Conflict in the Middle East risks pushing Pacific Island Countries into an energy crisis, with around 80% of their energy reliant on mostly imported oil products. A new analysis on the impact of the conflict on oil prices and Pacific Island economies, released today, estimates that Tonga's annual refined fuel import bill could rise by USD 55 million (9% of GDP). Fiji's annual refined fuel import bill could rise by USD 670 million, a 115% increase from 2025 levels, while Vanuatu's refined petroleum import costs could surge by USD 120 million (11% of GDP). -
Tuesday 31 March 2026 11:51pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : HM King Tupou VI welcomed four Heads of Missions at the Royal Palace in Nuku'alofa during the first Diplomatic Week for the year from 25-27 March 2026. Four Ambassadors and High Commissioners presenting their Letters of Credence to the King, included Estonia, Pakistan, India, and Türkiye. -
Tuesday 31 March 2026 11:44pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Supplies for use in a humanitarian emergency response situation were donated by the Australian Government to MORDI Tonga Trust help prepare for a more rapid response during times of crisis in Tonga. -
Monday 30 March 2026 7:55pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Tonga has taken a major step toward improving food security with the launch of its first-ever Tonga National Soil Strategy, aimed at strengthening soil management and supporting sustainable agriculture. Soil scientist and former Agriculture CEO Dr. Siosiua Halavatau, also highlighted an urgent need to build technical capacity in soil science for Tonga.
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Saturday 28 March 2026 7:41pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : A 29-year-old woman, Lepeka Moala, has been sentenced to 30 months’ imprisonment, fully suspended, after admitting to obtaining a total of $88,000 by false pretences in two separate incidents involving vehicle scams conducted on Facebook. Premium content -
Friday 27 March 2026 6:52pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Tongans will soon face higher fuel costs and possible disruptions to daily life, as the war in the Middle East continues to impact oil distribution to the rest of the world. During a media briefing today, 27 March 2026 at the St. George Government Building in Nuku‘alofa, government leaders acknowledged rising fuel prices and the risk of supply disruptions, while assuring the public that the situation remains stable, for now. Premium content -
Friday 27 March 2026 6:42pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : A call for action in Tonga marked International Women’s Day 2026 with the launch of two major national policies aimed at reshaping the future for women and the young people of all genders. Tonga's young population—56 percent under the age of 24—was seen as a powerful driver for change and for closing the gender gaps. Premium content -
Friday 27 March 2026 12:34am
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Tonga has taken full ownership of key agricultural export standards as the PHAMA Plus program concluded its 15-year engagement in the kingdom, handing over the Tonga Kava Standard and Watermelon Technical Guidelines to government authorities on 26 March 2026. Premium content -
Thursday 26 March 2026 11:29pm
Nuku’alofa, Tonga : A 35-year-old man from Mataika was arrested on 21 March 2026, in connection with the theft of a red Nissan Juke used by a Digicel staff member for work and delivery of Digicel cards. Premium content -
Wednesday 25 March 2026 9:49pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : A Pacific Detector Dog Working Arrangement, signed this month between New Zealand Customs and Police and Tonga Police and Customs will enhance Tonga’s ability to combat transnational crime. Premium content -
Tuesday 24 March 2026 10:13pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : The arrival of a second international undersea telecommunications cable for Tonga was celebrated with a handover ceremony in Vava'u. The Tonga Hawaiki Submarine Cable Branch System, which officially landed in Vava'u on 18 March, is expected to bring enhanced regional and global connectivity when it comes into service. Premium content -
Tuesday 24 March 2026 8:09pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : A tsunami warning remains in force for the Vava'u Group following a major earthquake and aftershocks in the region this evening. A one-foot wave, detected at Neiafu, Vava’u at 6:30 pm, was the only wave recorded. Tonga Meteorological Services has cancelled the tsunami warning for the rest of Tonga except for Vava'u at 7:18 pm on 24 March 202 -
Monday 23 March 2026 11:26pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : A new upscale hotel, resort, and convention centre is set to be built at Tonga’s Parliament precinct, in a move expected to deliver significant economic benefits and strengthen the country’s tourism sector. The development follows an MOU signed earlier this month between Sudima Hotels and King Tupou VI. Premium content -
Monday 23 March 2026 11:18pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Four men have been arrested after a confrontation between in-laws escalated into a shooting incident in ‘Anana last week, Tonga Police say. Premium content -
Monday 23 March 2026 12:08pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : A cricket session at His Majesty’s Armed Forces (HMAF) naval base on Taufaʻahau Road marked the end of a week-long Australian Defence Force (ADF) sports training program in Nukuʻalofa on 19 March 2026. Premium content -
Monday 23 March 2026 9:43am
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : A new category 5 aircraft rescue and fire fighting vehicle (ARFF) handed over to the Lupepau'u International Airport in Vava'u, recently, will enhance emergency response and aviation safety. Premium content -
Thursday 19 March 2026 5:49pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Tonga’s Prime Minister has urged the public to stop panic buying of fuel. Lord Fakafanua said today that Tonga’s fuel supply is expected to remain stable for the next two months and is currently rated at Green Level 1, under the government’s 5-level fuel security alert system. Going forward, limits will not be imposed unless the nation’s fuel supply tightens to Levels 2, 3 or 4. Premium content -
Wednesday 18 March 2026 11:02am
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : At the end of a two-day visit to Tonga, New Zealand’s Prime Minister, the Rt. Hon. Christopher Luxon, visited the Fangaʻuta Lagoon Bridge Project at Folaha. Set to become the largest infrastructure development in Tonga, the project is being constructed by a New Zealand engineering company McConnell Dowell. Premium content
