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Friday 20 December 2024 8:38pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : A civil dispute between two parties, over the rights and control over a building that was known as the Mosimani Building in Kolofo’ou, was dismissed by a Supreme Court judge.
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Friday 20 December 2024 1:45pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Harris Satini was sentenced to four years imprisonment on three charges that included possession of 10.64 grams of methamphetamine. His co-accused, Saia Tufui received a suspended sentence. Premium content -
Friday 20 December 2024 1:32pm
Wellington, New Zealand : Multiple Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) flights to Vanuatu this week have delivered emergency responders and tonnes of search and rescue equipment and aid, while 93 New Zealanders and approved foreign nationals have been evacuated. Another evacuation flight is being planned for Saturday, as part of New Zealand’s support to Vanuatu following Tuesday’s 7.3-magnitude earthquake. Premium content -
Friday 20 December 2024 10:32am
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Palatoni Laimani (37) is serving six years and six months in prison for possession of 155.90 grams of methamphetamine, seized in a police raid at his home in Hofoa. “It stands to reason that Mr. Laimani was dealing with others more heavily involved in illicit drug supply and so in turn, he forms part of serious organised criminal network,” stated the Judge. Premium content -
Friday 20 December 2024 9:28am
Utah, USA : As the Tongan Parliament prepares to elect a new Prime Minister, our nation stands at a critical juncture. The political climate within the House is fraught with division, animosity, and mistrust — challenges that threaten not only the effectiveness of governance but also the hope of a united future for Tonga. In such turbulent times, what Tonga urgently needs is a leader with a clear and compelling vision — one that transcends individual differences and inspires collaboration. - Seni Penitani -
Friday 20 December 2024 9:17am
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : David Kent Jr Tau’alupe (39) was jailed for one year for causing grievous bodily harm to ‘Alo’i Kei, when he stabbed him with a sharp object, causing a severe wound to his left upper abdomen, during a drink up altercation at the Laione Club in Vava’u. The judge said the offending with a concealed sharp object, “clearly signals a degree of planning and premeditation on his part coupled with the use of a highly dangerous weapon.” Premium content -
Thursday 19 December 2024 9:57pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Dame Valerie Adams, one of New Zealand's most successful and celebrated Olympic athletes, is visiting Tonga this week to discuss ways that Tonga can improve or create a better sporting system for athletes. Premium content -
Wednesday 18 December 2024 7:44pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Tongan students at the University of the South Pacific in Vanuatu, this year, say they had returned home after their exams, before the devastating 7.4 magnitude earthquake that struck Port Vila yesterday. The Government of Vanuatu, stated last night that most of the damage was in Port Vila, Efate. There were 14 confirmed deaths, and many injured or missing. Premium content -
Wednesday 18 December 2024 7:00pm
Wellington, New Zealand : The New Zealand Defence Force is providing assistance to Vanuatu following yesterday’s 7.3 magnitude earthquake and is establishing an air bridge taking emergency workers, equipment and supplies to Port Vila. Premium content -
Wednesday 18 December 2024 6:43pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Tonga's Attorney General Hon. Linda Simiki Folaumoetu‘i at the International Court of Justice, in The Hague, Netherlands, called for States “to take collective transformational and cooperative action to mitigate climate change for the benefit for both present and future generations,” when she presented oral statements, during an initiative led by the Republic of Vanuatu in December. Premium content -
Wednesday 18 December 2024 6:32pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : ‘Ofa Tongia (27) is serving 12 months imprisonment and ‘Ilaisaane Kolo (23) seven months imprisonment for drugs and utensils offences. Their co-accused received a suspended sentence for possession of utensils. Premium content -
Wednesday 18 December 2024 6:20pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Petelo Tu’ipulotu (34) is serving two years imprisonment for possession of 1.34 grams of methamphetamine. His 35-year-old co-accused, Lavinia ‘Otuafi received a suspended sentence at the Supreme Court in Nuku’alofa. Premium content -
Tuesday 17 December 2024 10:05pm
Atlanta-GA, USA : ‘Etita, Fakatapu ki he Hau ó Tonga mo e Fale ó Haámoheofo. Houéiki ó e fonua, Fale Alea mo e Puleánga kae úmaá á e Tonga kotoa. Fakamolemole kae fakaaú atu á e kií fietokoni koéni naá áonga ki he ngaahi felafoaki kehekehe pea mo e teu fili Palemia ka fakahoko he 24 Tisema 2024 ki hono langa hotau fonua. Ne tau toki situ’a atu mei he taimi ‘oe fokoutua koviti ne kamata mai he 2020/21 pea tau mo’ui fakangatangata ai koe’uhi ke taau moe ngaahi tu’utu’uni fakapule’anga ne lao’i ‘aki ‘etau mo’ui he taimi koia. Hili hono too e ngaahi fakangatangata pea tau kamata ke hoko atu e mo’ui, na’e ‘iai ha ngaahi lesoni lahi ne tau siofi ke fai ha ako mei ai. Na’e ‘iai e ngaahi lelei pea moe to nounou foki...Amelia Kinahoi Siamomua. -
Tuesday 17 December 2024 9:55pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Seven allegations against the former Prime Minister, Hon. Hu’akavameiliku - including budget overspending, stalled projects, education issues and more – are cited in documents that formed part of a Motion for a Vote of No Confidence in the Prime Minister. Premium content -
Tuesday 17 December 2024 5:22pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Three newlyweds tied the knot this afternoon, 16 December 2024, at the Registry Office, in Nuku’alofa, joining the rush before government offices close at the end of this week for Christmas holidays. Premium content -
Tuesday 17 December 2024 4:40pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : A damaging 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck near Vanuatu, in the Western Pacific, this afternoon with a 5.5 magnitude aftershock. Reports and images of damaged buildings in Port Vila are emerging, while warnings of possible tsunami waves were issued for the nearby coastal areas. Premium content -
Tuesday 17 December 2024 3:13pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Maka Kelilopa Vaka’uta (64) was jailed for four months on five counts including possession 0.28 grams of methamphetamine, 0.42 grams of cannabis and ammunition, in bush allotments at Hoi, Tongatapu. Premium content -
Tuesday 17 December 2024 3:02pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : A woman who attempted to swallow a packet of methamphetamine when Police led her outside a bar, was sentenced to 11 months imprisonment. Seluvaia Mailelua (42) pleaded guilty to possession of 1.15 grams of methamphetamine, attempted destruction of evidence when she attempted to swallow the packet of meth, possession of 0.58 grams of cannabis and unlawful possession of utensils, namely one smoking pipe. Premium content -
Tuesday 17 December 2024 12:14am
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Thomas Liiv was found guilty of four charges, including possession of 7.60 grams of cannabis, a .22 pistol and numerous ammunition without a license, which was seized by Police in Puke, Tongatapu. Premium content -
Monday 16 December 2024 11:50pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Maka Sole Funaki (38) was jailed for nine months for the theft of a red Massey Ferguson tractor worth at $56,200 and possession of a 12 gauge shotgun and ammunition in two separate offences on Tongatapu. Premium content
