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News in Tongan for 20 May 2020
The latest news in Tongan language (Lea Faka-Tonga) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
Tonga's PM proposes MPs take a pay cut
Tonga's prime minister has proposed MPs take a 20 percent pay cut as the country faces a record deficit.
Sport: TMTRL prepare for IRL membership despite govt concerns
The Tonga Ma'a Tonga Rugby League will apply for membership to the sport's world governing body after receiving unanimous backing from clubs that attended its annual general meeting last Friday.
A Tongan 'warrior' in fight against drug abuse and addiction dies
Tonga's efforts to stem increasing amounts of drug use in the kingdom have suffered a blow with the death of a local counsellor. Audio
Safety fears about salted beef in Tonga's Neiafu
The town officer in Neiafu, in Tonga's Vava'u group of islands, is concerned expired meat is being sold.
Sport: Tonga's government refuses to engage with IRL
Tonga's government will not engage with the International Rugby League while their dispute is before the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
Tonga extends state of emergency
Tonga has extended its Covid-19 state of emergency until the 11th of June, however some restrictions have been eased.
Guilty plea for Tongan man who tried to bribe cop with corned beef and chicken
A Tongan man has pleaded guilty to trying to bribe a police officer with chicken and corned beef.
Peter Warner: 'Lord of The Flies' rescuer
Peter Warner is part of an extraordinary story that made global headlines over the past week, despite it being decades old. It's the tale of a real life 'Lord of the Flies' scenario, six Tongan boys… Audio
Tonga moving to tighten rules for motorists
Tonga is undertaking public consultations on legislation that aims to improve road safety.
Sport: Sika proposed as new Tongan Rugby League Chair
An opposition MP has been shortlisted for a key role in the kingdom's proposed new governing body.
Sport: Tonga PM denies support for proposed rugby league governing body
The Tongan Prime Minister has rejected a claim by the International Rugby League (IRL) that the government signalled its support for a proposed new rugby league governing body in Tonga.
12 arrested in series of drug busts in Tonga
12 people in Tonga have been charged with methamphetamine and cannabis-related charges after a series of raids on Tongatapu.
New children's book showcases Mate Ma'a Tonga's impact
A new children's book featuring the popular Mate Ma'a Tonga rugby league team is to be released this year on Tongan Language Week.
Sport: New Tongan rugby league body could be finalised this month
Tongan rugby league could have a new governing body by the end of the month.
Questions emerge over future of Tonga's domestic airline
Tonga's only domestic airline, the privately-owned Real Tonga, is reportedly on the verge of bankruptcy.
Sport: Tonga's Woolf says new governing body must unite behind team
Tonga rugby league coach Kristian Woolf says the kingdom can win next year's World Cup but needs a board that is truly going to support the team to reach its potential.
Emergency restrictions eased in Tonga
Tonga's restrictions under its State of Emergency have been relaxed although a night-time curfew will remain.
Tongan planner specialist acknowledged by NZPI awards
A Pasifika planner specialist for Auckland Council has been acknowledged in the 2020 New Zealand Planning Institute awards, having been nominated by her colleagues.
Tonga's King to open Parliament via livestream
King Tupou VI will officially open Tonga's Parliament on Thursday via livestream, because of Covid-19 restrictions in place.
