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Wednesday 26 February 2025 12:20pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : A new classroom for GMS Popua was commissioned yesterday, 25 February, by the Ambassador of Japan to Tonga, HE Inagaki Hisao.
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Wednesday 26 February 2025 12:18pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : A low pressure system, at the end of Tropical Cyclone Rae, moved out of southern Tongan waters last night, and no longer poses a threat to Tonga. The Fua’amotu Tropical Cyclone Center was de-activated at 10:00 am this morning, 26 February, by the Tonga Meteorological Services. -
Tuesday 25 February 2025 9:41pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Today, four new dengue fever cases were reported with positive rapid tests, bringing the total to 69 cases. The Ministry of Health is spraying affected homes and schools. -
Tuesday 25 February 2025 9:35pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : The cruise ship MS Bolette docked at Vuna Wharf in Nuku'alofa, this morning, 25 February, with over a thousand people on board. MS Bolette is the last cruise ship visit to Tonga for the month. Premium content -
Tuesday 25 February 2025 9:32pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Over $150,000 pa'anga worth of vascular health detection equipment, was donated by Rotary to the Ministry of Health at Vaiola Hospital, Nuku'alofa, yesterday 24 February. Premium content -
Tuesday 25 February 2025 9:24pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : The Ministry of Health received $57,244 pa'anga today from the People's Republic of China, for emergency medical supplies in response to the dengue fever outbreak in Tonga. Premium content -
Tuesday 25 February 2025 10:30am
Christchurch, New Zealand : New Zealand is hosting the world’s largest climate adaptation event this October, and aims to accelerate international climate adaptation with particular emphasis on issues for the Pacific and Indigenous people. The eighth international Adaptation Futures Conference (AF2025) in Ōtautahi Christchurch will be hosted by the University of Canterbury. -
Monday 24 February 2025 5:43pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Today, the Ministry of Health reported three new dengue fever (DF) cases with positive rapid test, bringing up the total cases to 65. Meanwhile, ongoing response activities to hot spot and high risk areas are carried out, including collaboration with Tonga Red Cross Society (TRCS) in distributing mosquito nets and DF brochures to affected families, communities and schools. Premium content -
Monday 24 February 2025 5:40pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Tomu Pouono (52) was jailed for charges including possession of 0.12 grams of methamphetamine and 7.55grams of cannabis. His 48-year-old wife and co-accused received a suspended sentence for similar offences in Lapaha. Premium content -
Monday 24 February 2025 12:36pm
Suva, Fiji : Two University of the South Pacific (USP) students from Tonga, first-year student Petina Akolo and post-graduate student Linda Filiai, believe that upskilling their qualifications is the key to further opportunities. USP's Tonga Campus Director, Dr Robin Havea said new and continuing students for Semester 1 are now strongly encouraged to register for their courses online. -
Monday 24 February 2025 9:46am
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Tropical Cyclone "Rae" has intensified into a Category 2 system, west of Tonga, and is expected to gradually intensify into a Tropical Cyclone Category 3 in the next 24 hours, moving south southwest. Tonga Met advised at 7:00am today that, “heavy rain, thunderstorms and strong to gale force winds will affect the Niuas, while strong winds, heavy rain and thunderstorms extend onto Vava'u, Ha'apai, Tongatapu and 'Eua.” -
Friday 21 February 2025 11:04pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : A recent eruption at the Home Reef Volcano has produced a significant crater along with large rocks ejected, observed in satellite images taken of the remote island on 8 and 20 February. An ash plume is rising near the vent. Tonga Geological Services Volcano Watch Team warned mariners to stay at least 2 nautical miles away from Home Reef until further notice. Meanwhile, “the volcanic activity poses low risk to the Vava'u and Ha'apai communities,” they stated in a public notice issued at 8:30pm today, 21 February. Premium content -
Friday 21 February 2025 9:58pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : The Cabinet has approved a one-year lift on the ban on importing vehicles that are 10 years or older. The Minister for Customs and Inland Revenue Hon. Mateni Tapueluelu, announced today, 21 February, at a media briefing with the PM Hon. Dr ‘Aisake Eke and members of Cabinet. Premium content -
Friday 21 February 2025 9:54pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Today, the Ministry of Health recorded 48 new dengue fever cases, bringing the total number of cases to 58. The infection is spreading rapidly in Vava'u, which now has 26 cases. The Public Health Emergency Operation Center has been activated. -
Friday 21 February 2025 9:50pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Touring six Pacific countries, a group of Pacific dancers, the Projekt Team, will arrive in Tonga next week, to host a dance competition the ‘Pacific Ring’ qualifiers, on 28 February at the Digicel Square in Nuku’alofa. Premium content -
Friday 21 February 2025 2:48pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Pacific Islands Forum members gathered in Suva, Fiji, this week for a Deep-Sea Minerals Technical Meeting, which began on 18 February. The discussions aimed to enhance understanding of deep-sea minerals (DSM) issues, promote greater regional cooperation, and respect differing views and sovereignty. Premium content -
Friday 21 February 2025 1:20pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : The Japan-Tonga cooperation will foster a “free and open Indo-Pacific” based on the rule of law, the Japanese Ambassador to Tonga, HE Inagaki Hisao, said last night, 20 February, at a reception to celebrate the 65th birthday of the Emperor of Japan, HIM Emperor Naruhito. The Ambassador welcomed HM King Tupou VI and members of the Royal Family to his Residence in ‘Anana, Nuku'alofa. Premium content -
Friday 21 February 2025 9:12am
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Tropical Disturbance "TDO8F", located east of Vava'u last night does not pose any threat to Tonga, and will continue to track south southeast and away from the groups by weekend, Tonga Meteorological Services advised. -
Thursday 20 February 2025 11:23am
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : The Tonga Talas defeated the Fiji Pearls 71-47 in the third round of the PacificAus Sports Netball Series 2025, last night, 19 February, at the Nissan Arena in Brisbane, Australia. The Tonga Talas are the four-time Pacific Netball Series Champions, holding the championship since 2022. Premium content -
Wednesday 19 February 2025 7:59pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : MS Queen Anne Cruise Ship docked at Vuna Wharf in Nuku’alofa today, with 3,811 people on board. Premium content
