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Australia Supports Tonga’s Air Connectivity with Arrival of New Twin Otter Aircraft

In a significant development for the Kingdom of Tonga, the latest addition to Lulutai Airlines’ fleet, a de-Havilland Twin Otter, has touched down in Australia for final preparations before it begins its essential service in Tonga. This milestone marks a considerable boost to the country’s current fleet and promises to enhance connectivity for families, communities, […]

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Kuopau ke fakafisi Minisitaa Mo’ui ko hono fatongia fo’ou, mahino fili fo’ou ‘a Vava’u 14

Kuo fakapapau’i ‘e he tangata’eiki Palemia ki he kau faiongoongo ‘i he pongipongi ni, ‘e fiema’u ke fakafisi ‘a ‘ene Minisita Mo’ui Hon. Saia Piukala kae malava ke ne hoko atu ki hono fatongia lahi mo mafatukituki ko e Talekita fakafeitu’u ma’ae ngaahi Fonua ‘Esia mo e Pasifiki. Na’e mahino foki ‘i he uike kuo’osi

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Tu’uta ki ‘Aositelelia ‘a e vakafo’ou ‘a e Lulutai, tokoni AUS$1.4 m ‘a ‘Aositelelia ki hono fakalelei’i

Kuo tu’uta he ‘aho ni ki Aositelelia ‘a e makapuna fo’ou ‘a e kautaha vakapuna Lulutai pea mei Siaina. Ko e fakahaa ia ‘e he Palemia ki he kau faiongoongo ‘i he fakataha ‘i he pongipongi ni. ‘Oku kau ‘eni ha kaveinga talanga’i lahi mo fakafepaki’i lahi ‘e he paati ‘a e PTOA mo e

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Tonga Braces for Prolonged Cyclone Season and Drought Conditions in 2023/2024

Tonga is preparing for an extended and potentially severe tropical cyclone season in 2023/2024, as El Nino conditions cast a shadow of uncertainty over the region’s weather patterns. Meteorological authorities have issued crucial warnings, urging residents and authorities to be vigilant in the coming months. Cyclone Impact on the Horizon Tonga can expect up to

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Woolf discontented by ruck speed difference following defeat to England

In his post-match press conference after Tonga’s narrow defeat by England 22-18 , Tonga’s head coach Kristian Woolf expressed his thoughts on the game. He stated, “England deserved to win. Shaun Wane did an excellent job, and they were well-prepared, despite having only two training sessions before the test match. Their performance was commendable, and

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Legal Challenge: Judicial Review Targets Lord Speaker and Legislative Assembly

Allegations Surrounding Vote of No Confidence Spark Second Judicial Review Nuku’alofa Monday 23rd October. – The political landscape in Tonga has been shaken as news emerges of judicial review proceedings against the Lord Speaker and the Legislative Assembly of Tonga. This legal action comes in response to allegations concerning parliamentary procedures related to a recent

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Toutai Kefu Bids Farewell as Tonga’s Rugby Coach After Rugby World Cup

After leading the Ikale Tahi since 2016, Toutai Kefu has announced that his tenure as Tonga’s coach will come to a close following their final pool match against Romania in the Rugby World Cup. Tonga, unfortunately, found themselves eliminated from the tournament after facing consecutive defeats from Ireland, South Africa, and Scotland – three of

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Toloi haa kau talavou he Fakamaau’anga tukuaki’i ki he pekia ha talavou ‘e taha.

Ko e taha ‘o e kaveinga talanga’i ‘i he mitia fakasosiale ‘i he faka’osinga ‘o e uike, ko hono tuku hake he famili ‘o e ki’i talavou ko Toni Langilangi ha vitio ‘o ha fanau to’utupu ‘oku nau konaa he loto hala pule’anga mo e to’onga fakakengi. Na’e tukuaki’i ‘e he vitio ni, ko e

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IKALE TAHI’S Star-Studded Roster Sets Sights on Historic Rugby World Cup Run

After the 2021 alteration in international rugby eligibility rules, Tonga boasts an impressive team roster, raising expectations of a maiden World Cup quarter-final entry. Although they face top-tier teams like world leaders Ireland, defending champions South Africa, and fifth-place Scotland, the optimism is tangible. Tonga’s 2023 ensemble includes former All Blacks such as George Moala,

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