AFTER the successful two-year Pilot of the Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) Worker Training programme, or ‘Vakameasina’ as it is more commonly known, the New Zealand Aid Programme has signed a contract with Fruition Horticulture to extend the training for another three years. This means that each year, up to 500… Read More
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ANZ provides loan assistance for customers affected by Cyclone Jasmine
ANZ announced on Tuesday their assistance package for customers affected by flooding as a result of Cyclone Jasmine. Acting ANZ CEO Tonga, Dennis Quayle said: “With the extreme rainfall last week, it’s especially important that the community gets the support it needs. “The floods have had a very real impact… Read More
Tonga opens first station for women
TONGA will open its first community radio station in a bid to highlights issues affecting women. The radio station 98FM has begun transmitting but will officially open on March 7 in the lead-up to International Women’s Day. Tongan FemLINK Pacific correspondent Bale Huni was among 25 participants who took part… Read More
SPC, 65 Years of Commitment to the Region
“The SPC mission is to help the Pacific Island people respond effectively to the challenges they face, and make informed decisions about their future and the future they wish to leave for the generations to follow.” said Dr. Jimmie Rodgers, Director General of the Secretariat of the Pacific Community (SPC).… Read More
Tonga’s new Attorney General kicks off second round of Universal Periodic Review process
“This workshop and the follow up meetings will help Tonga identify any problems that Tonga sees, or the International community sees in the human rights aspects of Tonga’s governmental system and society,” says Tonga’s new Attorney General, Mr Neil Adsett in opening a four day preparatory workshop towards Tonga’s second round of reporting… Read More
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Tonga forward Viliami Ma’afu to join Glasgow Warriors
Tonga forward Viliami Ma’afu will join Glasgow Warriors in the summer from Japanese side Mitsubishi. The 29-year-old Number 8 has signed a two-year deal with Sean Lineen’s side, subject to a visa. Ma’afu represented his country in last year’s Rugby World Cup, scoring a try against Japan. “I’m delighted to… Read More
Hungry for an opportunity: Tongan unknowns set sights on Tahs
WHAT is proud, red, capable of ploughing through 120 bread rolls in a sitting and costs $3000 a day to feed? The Tongan rugby union team, which flew into Sydney this week and immediately put the city’s caterers under pressure. It’s understood the NSW Waratahs are paying about… Read More
Carnegie capture Tonga prop
World Cup forward joins promotion bid at Headingley Leeds Carnegie have added weight to their RFU hampionship promotion campaign with the addition of Tonga prop Halani Aulika. The 28-year-old international will join the side for the remainder of the season as sixth-placed Carnegie aim to bounce back to the Premiership… Read More
Boxing -’Road to London 2012′
INpreparation to try and qualify for the XXX Olympic Games later in July, current Super Heavy weight National Champion and Bronze medallist Uaine Fa (a.k.a Junior Fa) is making noise in New Zealand and Asia during the past week. The Indian Amateur Boxing Committee in their effort and preparation to… Read More
‘Ahongalu Fusimālohi fights ban
Former FIFA executive committee member Ahongalu Fusimalohi gave evidence at sport’s highest court on Monday to challenge his two-year ban for corruption during World Cup bidding contests. Fusimalohi appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport to annul the sanction imposed by FIFA that expires in October 2012. The Tongan… Read More
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