Tonga
New Tonga PM rejects claims of betraying predecessor
Tonga's Prime Minister-designate, Pohiva Tu'i'onetoa, has totally rejected claims he betrayed the legacy of 'Akilisi Pohiva.
Rugby World Cup: Tonga draw inspiration from 2011
Tonga believe they are capable of repeating their famous win against France eight years ago but admit they will need to cut down errors and be more clinical.
Sport: Court rules in favour of Tonga's NRL
Tonga's Supreme Court has ruled in favour of the country's National Rugby League, (TNRL), in terms of its control of the Mate Ma'a Tonga team.
News in Tongan for 5 October 2019
The latest news in Tongan language (Lea Faka-Tonga) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
New Tonga PM: 'We need to be united'
Tonga's new Prime Minister, Pohiva Tu'i'onetoa, says it's important for the country to develop a spirit of co-operation and reconciliation.
News in Tongan for 4 October 2019
The latest news in Tongan language (Lea Faka-Tonga) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
Sacked MMT coach told players to sign boycott statements
The sacked coach of Tonga's National Rugby League team asked his players to sign statements boycotting their national federation, documents obtained by RNZ's First Up reveal.
Tonga seasonal worker dies on Tasmanian berry farm
A Tongan man has died on an Australian farm while working in the Seasonal Worker Program.
News in Tongan for 1 October 2019
The latest news in Tongan language (Lea Faka-Tonga) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
Memorial services held to mark 10 years since tsunami hit Samoas and Tonga
Memorial services have been held across the two Samoas and northern Tonga to mark the tenth anniversary of a devastating tsunami.
Diverse Tonga Cabinet aims to end division
The Cabinet line up named by Tonga's new Prime Minister, Pohiva Tu'i'onetoa, reflects his vow to unite the politically divided Kingdom. Audio
The two Samoas, 10 years on from the tsunami
It's been 10 years since the massive earthquake and tsunami that devastated much of the south coast of the two Samoas and Tonga's northern most islands. Audio
Tonga elects new prime minister
Tonga's new leader promises to end the divisions in the country. Audio
Rugby World Cup: Tonga question Argentina "shoulder charge"
Tonga believe they were denied a legitimate penalty try in yesterday's Rugby World Cup match against Argentina that could have changed the course of the game.
Montoya scores early hat-trick as Argentina down Tonga
Hooker Julian Montoya scored a hat-trick in the first 26 minutes as Argentina got their World Cup campaign back on track with a 28-12 victory over Tonga on Saturday that snapped a 10-match losing…
Rugby World Cup: Tongan roofer reflects on rapid rise
From nailing tin roofs in a Christchurch winter to packing down against England at a World Cup -Tongan hooker Siua Maile is still pinching himself after a rapid rise to rugby prominence.
Tonga's King appeals to UN for greater protection from risks to peace
Tonga's King has addressed the General Debate in the 74th Session at the United Nations in New York, appealing for protection of his people from a range of threats to peace. Video
Tonga MPs choose Tu'i'onetoa as new prime minister
Tonga's Parliament has elected a new prime minister to replace the late 'Akilisi Pohiva.
Sport: Tonga hope star can spark upset against Argentina
Telusa Veainu will play his first test for Tonga in almost three years as the 'Ikale Tahi look to upset Argentina at the Rugby World Cup.
Sport: Tonga's NRL launches legal action against govt
Tonga's National Rugby League is launching legal action against the government following its suspension by the international governing body.
