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Monday 20 February 2017 9:29pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : A motion for a Vote of No Confidence in the Prime Minister, Hon. ‘Akilisi Pohiva was read in the Tongan Parliament this morning, 20 February. The motion was tabled by Lord Tu’iha’angana, the Chairman of the House’s Standing Committee of Privileges. From the House by Pesi Fonua.
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Monday 20 February 2017 7:36pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Tonga’s Queen Mother Halaevalu Mata’aho will be sorely missed by two organisations whose cause was close to her heart. Leaders of the Tonga Red Cross Society Inc. and the Alonga Centre expressed their sorrow at her passing but remembered the Queen Mother's legacy of love, to help and support the elderly and people living with disabilities throughout Tonga.2 comments -
Monday 20 February 2017 7:22pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : HM King Tupou VI was expected to return from Niuatoputapu in the far north of Tonga this afternoon Monday, February 20 following the death of the Queen Mother Halaevalu Mata'aho (90) in Auckland. Premium content -
Monday 20 February 2017 1:48am
Auckland, New Zealand : Tonga's Queen Mother Halaevalu Mata'aho, has passed away in an Auckland Hospital, at the age of 90 years. In Tonga's parliament this morning, Monday February 20, the Deputy Prime Minister Hon. Siaosi Sovaleni is leading a prayer in respect of her passing.1 comment Premium content -
Sunday 19 February 2017 4:49pm
Tanna, Vanuatu : A film from Vanuatu called "Tanna" has been nominated for Best Foreign Language Film in the upcoming Academy Awards next Sunday, February 26.1 comment Premium content -
Sunday 19 February 2017 4:40pm
North Carolina, USA : The Carolina Panthers have announced their re-signing of Amini Silatolu on a 1 year contract. Carolina recruiting staff were reportedly pleased with the 28-year-old Offensive Guard's performance in a recent workout. Premium content -
Sunday 19 February 2017 4:33pm
Auckland, New Zealand : Sione Lauaki was buried at the Waikumete Cemetery in West Auckland on Saturday February 18 after a an emotional funeral service attended by over 1000 mourners, who included Sir Graham Henry, and All Blacks players Jerome Kaino and Liam Messam. Premium content -
Saturday 18 February 2017 1:25pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Wales Rugby (WRU) has announced that it will not play in Tonga this year because of doubts that the pitch at Teufaiva Stadium would be upgraded in time. The WRU stated that arrangements were being made to relocate the Wales-Tonga test to another country.1 comment Premium content -
Saturday 18 February 2017 12:24am
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Tonga Met’s tsunami warning drill raised concerns on Wednesday, 15 February 2017, when they sent out a real tsunami warning by email. Premium content -
Friday 17 February 2017 7:37pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : "Respecting humanity and their dignity," has been a guiding principle for Kato Kakala Latavao (72) through over four decades of service with the Tonga Red Cross Society who recognised her today as the South Pacific region's longest serving staff member. Premium content -
Friday 17 February 2017 6:14pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Unsettled weather continues to affect Tongatapu this weekend as a strong wind warning remains in force for the main island and ‘Eua land areas, due to Tropical Depression 12F located 30km northwest of Nuku’alofa at 3:00pm today Friday, February 17. Premium content -
Friday 17 February 2017 6:11pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Operation Safe Streets, which continues in Tongatapu, saw 18 people arrested and charged with drinking in public places, disorderly behaviour and drunk driving by Tonga Police last weekend February 10-12. Premium content -
Friday 17 February 2017 6:10pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : A couple from Tokomololo who were arrested and charged in relation to possession of cannabis, a pistol and cash after a car chase last week at Fou’i had their case adjourned to Thursday, February 23. Premium content -
Friday 17 February 2017 3:13pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : The Tonga government yesterday rushed a Bill through parliament to attract investment in Tonga, as government prepares to host the 2019 Pacific Games. Under the Act large tourism investors may apply for tax exemption on millions of pa'anga of their income - if they can win the approval of the Minister of Revenue and Customs and consent of Cabinet, while sponsors who make donations similarly may apply for large income tax exemptions. From the House by Pesi Fonua. Premium content -
Thursday 16 February 2017 7:39pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : The heaviest rain dumped in Tongatapu over a 24-hour period so far this year was recorded from February 15-16 causing flooding to homes and roads in low-lying areas. Premium content -
Thursday 16 February 2017 7:37pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Melekiseteki Helu (26) has appeared in court in relation to assaulting his 60-year-old father with a machete in January. Premium content -
Thursday 16 February 2017 4:56pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Petroleum and gas prices have risen today due to an increase in crude oil prices and regional demand. Premium content -
Thursday 16 February 2017 3:47pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : The yacht Sea Oak, allegedly the scene of a murder in Vava'u, is reported to have been removed from Pago Pago in American Samoa and taken to Fiji. Murder accused Dean Jay Fletcher fled from Tonga on the Sea Oak in September last year before he was arrested in Pago Pago. Premium content -
Wednesday 15 February 2017 9:28pm
Berrien Springs, Michigan, USA : University of Michigan football recruit, 17-year-old Phillip Paea, recalls his experience living in Tonga saying it made a huge impact setting a foundation for him and how he relates to others. Paea said his Tongan parents wanted him to learn about his roots and experience another culture other than the American one.1 comment Premium content -
Wednesday 15 February 2017 9:22pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : A 35-member business delegation from New Zealand arrived in Tonga today on a four-day visit to explore opportunities for business investment and strengthen business links with Tonga. Premium content
