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Top 2 leaders of FWC retain their position as President and Secretary

Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 28/06/2017   Rev. Dr. ‘Ahio remains the President of the Free Wesleyan Church of TongaRead More

About TOP$595.8 million allocated for the 2017 – 2018 estimate

Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 28/06/2017   About top$600 million has been proposed by Government for the 2017 – 2018Read More

Electricity tariff will decrease effective July 2017

Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 28/06/2017   The Electricity tariff will decrease effective next month.   This has resulted inRead More

Ombudsman sworn-in at Parliament this morning

Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 28/06/2017   The Ombudsman – ‘Aisea Taumoepeau was this morning officially sworn-in at Parliament.  Read More

Police arrested 3 young men alleged for committing various crimes

Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 28/06/2017   3 young men in their 20s are currently under police custody for committingRead More

Tonga’s corals are bleaching

Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 28/06/2017   The Ministry of Fisheries has confirmed the corals in Tonga are bleaching BUTRead More

Lord Tu’ilakepa asked Prime Minister not to axe contract of 18 laborer’s at the Ministry of Internal Affairs

  Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 27/06/2017   Lord Tu’ilakepa pleaded with the Prime Minister in parliament this morning toRead More

Special levy of TOP$11.50 imposed on domestic air fares ordered to be halted until legal advice is sought

Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 27/06/2017   From Parliament………   Government has ordered the payment of TOP$11.50 tax on domesticRead More

17 beautiful young ladies to compete in this year’s Miss Heilala Festival

Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 27/06/2017   17 beautiful young ladies to compete in this year’s Miss Heilala Festival firstRead More

FWC delegates arrived safely in Vava’u Island yesterday

Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 27/06/2017   Delegates and Members of the Free Wesleyan church general conference have arrived safelyRead More

His Majesty warmly welcomed in Vava’u

  Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 27/06/2017   The people of Vava’u warmly welcomed the arrival of His Majesty –Read More

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Accident

2 and a half years’ imprisonment fully suspended for reckless driving causing death

Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 23/05/2017   A father for 3 has received a suspendedRead More

  • Repatriated of Sione Vakameilalo Fifita body from Melbourne

  • Deceased Tongan fruit picker in Australia will be repatriated this Friday

  • Tongan RSE worker hospitalized in Australia passed away

  • 22-year-old drowned at sea in Tungua, Ha’apai

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    Aid

    Tonga and Japan signed assistance for Waste Authority Limited

    Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 27/06/2017   The Ambassador of Japan to Tonga – H.ERead More

  • Tonga and China signed the Handover Certificate of St. George Government Building

  • New masted vessel to boost development of the two Niuas and Tafahi

  • 2 used fire trucks from Australia for Tonga Fire Services

  • New Zealand’s Prime Minister re-opened Teufaiva’s rugby field

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    Anniversary

    Tapuni Siliva collected more than TOP$43,000 in its 60th anniversary

    Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 26/06/2017   If teachers committed to their work – studentsRead More

  • FWC Middle School of Vaini today marks its golden Jubilee

  • Tonga marks world Blood donor day

  • Ex-students of Mailefihi Siu’ilikutapu College prepares for 70th anniversary towards the end of this month

  • Tonga High School ex students march happily at downtown Nuku’alofa as they celebrate 70th anniversary of the school

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    Business

    MV ‘Otuanga’ofa to carry out a special journey to Vava’u tomorrow

      Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 26/06/2017   The MV’Otuanga’ofa will operate  a special voyageRead More

  • Concern raised in parliament over high airfares from Tbu to Vava’u

  • People of Ha’apai complain over prices of goods and unlicensed businesses

  • Fiji Airway’s biggest aircraft – A330 to temporarily operate in Nuku’alofa this morning

  • 10 Countries signed the PACER PLUS agreement in Nuku’alofa this morning

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    Climate

    Young people must take actions to be resilient to climate change

    Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 26/05/2017 Young people must take the lead on actions throughoutRead More

  • Vital to educate youth on ways to be resilient to negative impacts of climate change

  • Tonga joins 2017 Astana Expo with the Theme “Renewable Energy”

  • Thousands of Tongans in Auckland prepare for Cyclone Cook approaching the country

  • More Negative impacts predicted on the Agricultural sector from El Nino developing in Tonga

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    Court

    Police arrested two men in relation to the assault case of Kelekolio Tapueluelu

    Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 16/06/2017   Police arrested yesterday a 49 year old manRead More

  • AG to convert foreign currency collected from the Chinese Convict resident at Havelulotu

  • Two men charged with possession of illicit drug

  • Supreme Court dismiss appeal from the crown against Paula Falevai for possession of unlicensed rifle

  • Chief justice ruled that Public Service Association PSA and Akilisi Pohiva to receive documents and information from Tongasat and kingdom of Tonga

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    Crime

    5 officers awarded with certificates on Forensic Photography

    Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 23/06/2017   Five Police officers were awarded with certificates onRead More

  • More arrests made over Kelekolio Tapueluelu’s assault

  • NO WEEK PASSES BY WITHOUT A DRUG OFFENCE

  • Police found ‘Amoni Fifita at Fatai

  • Woman poured hot dripping on her defacto husband’s body

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    Culture

    Heilala Week for 2017 kicks start next week

      Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 23/06/2017   The Miss Heilala contestants that have registeredRead More

  • A renowned former Tongan missionary of the LDS Church John Groberg – Kolipoki says Tonga should continue keeping the Sabbath holy

  • Today marks the completion of 100 nights from the burial of the Late Her Late Majesty, the Queen Mother

  • Tongan Culture and Tourism Exhibition underway in Beijing

  • Manatu ki ‘Api scheme launched in Australia

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    Development

    Growers might lose their rights to take water from their water wells at their tax allotments

    Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 06/06/2017   Gro-Fed is creating awareness on the proposed “WaterRead More

  • Tonga CERT signed Operational Collaboration with CERT Australia

  • Tonga Police lacks capacity in search and rescue

  • Australia funds Plant Nursery for Growers in Vava’u

  • Tonga’s new high performance liquid chromatography to verify pesticides on food produce

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    Diplomatic

    Teaching of Tongan Language in China to start in September

    Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 24/04/2017 It is planned that Tongan language will be taughtRead More

  • Chinese Ambassador to Tonga Huang Hua Guang completes his 3-year assignment in the kingdom

  • High Commissioner of India to Tonga yesterday presented his credential to His Majesty

  • Visit of the Members of the National People’s Congress of the People’s Republic of China

  • Chinese officials visits Tonga

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    Disability

    People living with disabilities should make the first step

      Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 11/05/2017   People living with disabilities should make theRead More

  • Lack of appropriate facilities in infrastructure, transportation and schools are challenges faced by people with disabilities in Tonga

  • Tonga will mark Autism Day on Sunday

  • FWC Haveluloto presented Xmas gifts to persons with special needs

  • 36 students graduated from OTA Center

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    Economy

    People of Vava’u complain over prices of goods

    Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 13/06/2017   Many retail shops in Vava’u are illegally overRead More

  • God First group calls on government to revoke the Foreign exchange levy and departure tax Act

  • Prime Minister says Tonga has no other options but to cancel the 2019 Pacific Games

  • Tax amnesty offered by Ministry of Revenue and Customs to late payments of business taxes

  • Tonga’s fisheries sector records more than 70%

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    Education

    Phase Two – Road Safety campaign has been effective

    Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 26/06/2017   The Phase two of the National Road SafetyRead More

  • Government primary school principals travel to China for short term attachment

  • Tonga signs USP Convention at Majuro Council meeting

  • Constable Toutai Kali Mafile’o ‘Ofanoa of Felemea Ha’apai top police recruit of Tonga Police academy yesterday

  • University of the South Pacific won the European union Fiji Quiz Competition 2017

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    Environment

    Fatumu won Tongatapu’s village clean up competition.

    Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 23/06/2017   The Minister of Public Enterprises – Hon. PoasiRead More

  • Police reaffirm their public role through “open day” presentations with people

  • Tonga promotes a ” detoxified future ” in Geneva

  • First warnings against littering issued to offenders

  • Litter and Waster Control Regulation 2016 effective April 1st

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    Food

    Mai e 5 project continues its campaign on the importance of living a healthy life

      Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 08/05/2017   The Mai e 5 project continues itsRead More

  • Tongan Kava should be used to combat mental illness

  • Some whales meat is not fit for consumption

  • Combined Yam harvesting of the church community of Vaini reaps the fruits of their hard work and sweat

  • LDS church supports self reliance in times of hazards

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    Gender Equality

    Child marriages hinder opportunities for girls

    Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 02/06/2017 Girls who do not tie the knot at aRead More

  • Tonga Police Women Advisory Network 7th conference underway in Nuku’alofa

  • President of the Council of Churches call on leaders to open doors for discussions with Tonga’s Trans-gender community

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    Government

    New Chinese Ambassador officially welcomed on Friday

      Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 26/06/2017   HRH Crown Prince Tupouto’a and Princess SinaitakalaRead More

  • Although cabinet has canceled hosting of 2019 sports, parliament continues deliberating on the issue

  • Tonga sent a message of condolences to Vanuatu

  • Parliament discusses Government reply to a resolution submitted to the House regarding 2019 Games

  • New Zealand’s PM assured commitment to Tonga

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    Health

    New cases of typhoid recorded in Ha’apai

      Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 20/06/2017   Ministry of Healthy has recorded 22 casesRead More

  • People of ‘Eua and Tonga Water Board have opposing views on water problems

  • 30 patients will be treated by experts from Australia

  • Japanese in town to pick 3 eligible candidates for healthier living

  • Littering still a huge problem to the villages in Tongatapu Constituency 10

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    History

    Maui Rock in Kala’au marked as one of the Historical sites in Tonga

    Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 04/05/2017 Maui rock at Kala’au was marked earlier this weekRead More

  • First Regional Conference on Whales underway in Nuku’alofa

  • Princess Latufuipeka received the Book: The Story of Fïnau ‘Ulukälala: Told by Iron Axe, in Tongan language

  • German writer of Tongan history says Tongans are fascinating and have fullness of hearts not found anywhere else

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    Internal Affairs

    Community Leaders concern over decision to remove budget for transporting of materials to the Royal Agricultural Show

    Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 08/06/2017  Town and District Officers have raise concern over removalRead More

  • Heilala Beauty Pageant kicks start on July 3rd

  • Internal affairs wishes to strike a deal with town and district officers to assure they’re picking the best temporary hired workers

  • Combined Police Operation during Sports this week aims to crack down drugs distribution

  • Consultation on the convention on the rights of persons with Disability continued this morning to the Western District

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    Natural Disaster

    Two Niuas residents are safe while Cyclone Ella moves away from the island

    Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 11/05/2017   Despite the heavy rain in the two NiuasRead More

  • Vital for related stakeholders to act accordingly in times of emergencies

  • TBC’s survey in Niuafo’ou a success

  • 8 sirens throughout Tonga were switched on as part of the drill exercise in preparation for a tsunami

  • Search and rescue units looking for missing boats should look first at paths of ocean currents

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    Opinion

    Owner of Vaka & Moana company in Vava’u says the number of whale watching operators should be reduced to less than 20

    Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 12/04/2017 Tongan operator of Whale watching company Vaka and MoanaRead More

  • Members of the Public raise concern over Prime Minister’s favorite comment that “HE REPRESENTS THE PEOPLE”

  • Class 6 of Tonga Side School Nuku’alofa branch to move to Tokomololo

  • Medical Superintendent of Prince Wellington Ngu Hospital denied allegations on social Media

  • Fruit pickers can gain up to TOP$30, 000 for a 6 months contract

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    Parliament

    Parliamentary visits to resume on July 10th

    Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 19/06/2017   Members of the Legislative Assembly’s visits to theirRead More

  • Three issues dominated today’s deliberation in the Legislative Assembly

  • Legislative Assembly approved reply to the Royal address with Lord Nuku and Vili Hingano to make presentation

  • His Majesty, King Tupou VI this morning officially opened the 2017-18 session of the Legislative Assembly

  • With two years left in term, Government must ensure better services for the public

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    Politics

    Prime Minister says media took his comment out of context when spoke of Chinese in Tonga

      Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 23/05/2017   The Prime Minister – Hon ‘Akilisi PohivaRead More

  • TASANOC and Organizing Committee agreed that Tonga continue hosting the Games – but government needs to reverse its decision

  • Estimated Costs for the Pacific Games 2019 from Government, TASANOC and Organizing Committee differs

  • TASANOC could have continued to host the Pacific Games 2019 – but Lords Vaea and Sevele say, government’s intervention to cancel it is a great pity

  • Drew Havea awarded Harris Wofford Global Citizen Award 2017

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    Regional

    New Zealand’s Prime Minister to visit Tonga next week

    Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 08/06/2017 New Zealand’s Prime Minister – Rt. Hon. Bill EnglishRead More

  • Third Regional Ministerial Meeting for Energy and Transport ended this morning

  • Third Pacific Regional Energy and Transport Meeting commenced in Nuku’alofa this morning

  • Pacer Plus agreement to be signed in Nuku’alofa in June 18th

  • Duo from Ma’ufanga returned home after absconding from the Mr. Apple Farm in NZ

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    Religion

    70 youth members of the FWC here in Tongatapu to take part in the church’s general conference in Vava’u

      Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 19/06/2017   About 70 youth members of the FWCRead More

  • Lord Matoto of Tu’anekivale remains President of the Constitutional Church of Tonga

  • Rev. Semisi Fonua remains President of the Church of Tonga

  • Tonga High School this morning honors all male teachers a special dedication to father’s day

  • Mother’s Day commemorated this Sunday the 14th

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    Royal

    Military legal workshop underway in Nuku’alofa

      Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 13/06/2017   There’s hope to develop and upgrade  theRead More

  • Royals marked the 100th night from the burial of the Late Queen Mother – Halaevalu Mata’aho

  • Royal Grandchildren led the Namoa ‘o e Taki lelei’s inspection at Pelehake

  • NZ defense forces attaché completed his 3 years working for Tonga, Fiji and Papua New Guinea

  • HRH Crown Prince Opening of Church of Tonga 88th Conference 2017

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    Search and Rescue

    Missing Fishermen found alive and have re-united with families

    Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 26/05/2017 The six fishermen that went missing at sea sinceRead More

  • Six fishermen missing at sea since yesterday

  • Tupouniua Veamatahau found safe after missing at sea for 3 days

  • Captain of FV Losemani Fo’ou grateful to God for being alive and safety to reunite with their families

  • Passengers of Albatros donated 15, 000 EUROS to the 6 fishermen of the FV Losemani Fo’ou

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    Sport

    Our nation, our people – Paea Wolgramme’s ultimatum on Pacific Games hosting

    Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 26/06/2017   Olympic medalist, Paea Wolfgramme is appealing, to LordRead More

  • Appeals to PM and Govt on 2019 games hosting, hit brick wall

  • RADIO & TELEVISION TONGA RED COLOR DAY SUPPORTING IKALETAHI TEAM

  • Petition to be presented to the King for the Pacific Games

  • Pita Taufatofua asked Government to reconsider decision to withdraw from hosting 2019 Games

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    Technology

    Pacific Cooperation Broadcasting Limited assists Tonga Broadcasting Commission

    Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 31/03/2017 New Zealand’s High Commissioner to Tonga – Her ExcellencyRead More

  • There is no way gambling can boost a country’s economy – says Rev. Dr. Mohenoa Puloka

  • Radio is a pathway to connect the past and present

  • Signing of the Minutes of Discussions for Installation of Wind Power Generation System Project

  • TCC confirmed interference from local operator to its mobile services

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    Tourism

    Outlying islands in Vava’u more attractive and appealing to tourists of PAUL GAGUIN Cruise ship

    Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 24/04/2017 The tour around the outlying islands in Vava’u includingRead More

  • Vuna Wharf named the best Port in the Pacific for cruise ships in 2016

  • 2000 passengers of the Queen Victoria cruise liner witnessed real Tongan traditions and culture in the events of the passing of the Late Queen Mother

  • King officially opened the Tanoa International Dateline Hotel

  • Staff of Tanoa International Dateline Hotel made traditional Presentation to His Majesty

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    Transport

    Passengers of MV ‘Otuanga’ofa stranded in Nuku’alofa for overbooking of tickets

      Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 23/06/2017   A lot of would be passengers onRead More

  • People of Ha’apai continues requesting FISA to change their travel schedule

  • MV ‘Otuanga’ofa’s unable to land on Nomuka island yesterday due to bad weather

  • Passengers aged 2 and above will be taxed on domestic flights effective May 15th

  • Real Tonga returns one of its air craft’s to help alleviate slow growth in the industry

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    Uncategorized

    His Majesty’s Armed Forces does not tolerate officers who deviate from keeping rules and laws of the ministry

    Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 26/05/2017 TWO army officers have been dismissed and 2 othersRead More

  • Audio Technician Job Vacancy at Tonga Broadcasting Commission

  • Cameraman Job Vacancy at Tonga Broadcasting Commission

  • TV Operator Job Vacancy at Tonga Broadcasting Commission

  • Prime Minister seeks NZ’s help to fight corruption in Tonga

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    Weather

    Government hopes to speed up climate change projects throughout Tonga

    Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 22/03/2017 Climate Change has become a priority agenda for theRead More

  • Body of warm water in the Niuas brings warmer temperature to all of Tonga

  • Tonga Fire Service warns public to be more cautious during this warm and dry day

  • Cyclones change direction when approaching Tonga

  • First Habitat home in Tonga completed

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    Women's Affair

    Local artists showcase their handicraft to HRH Crown Princess Sinaitakala Tuku’aho

    Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 08/06/2017 Tonga’s handicrafts are unique in the Pacific therefore itRead More

  • 45-year-old daughter arrested for abusing her own mother

  • Tonga’s WCCC is working with police to end corporal punishment in the country

  • Domestic violence on the rise in Tonga

  • Women in the Pacific be given a voice on climate change issues during international negotiations

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    Youth

    Tonga Police and HMAF led a character Building Boot Camp for High School students

    Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 26/06/2017   The Ministry of Education will commence a CharacterRead More

  • Tongatapu 6 received 14 new computers and printers thanks to some of the government’s board

  • Parents should strengthen their roles at home to help their children be more responsible for their lives and solve problems associated with young people

  • Prime Minister launched trial of new curriculum – Young people life education in St. Andrews this morning

  • PM to launch a trial program on youth curriculum

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