Tonga
No word on talks between Tonga's King and PM
Details of supposed talks between King Tupou VI and Prime Minister Hu'akavameiliku to resolve a dispute in ministerial portfolios remain up in the air.
Are women in Tonga looking for a new land to call home?
Women in Tonga are prepared to move away from the Kingdom due to the adverse Pacific climate challenges impacting their communities, according to new research.
Lord Fusitu'a laid to rest
The Tongan noble and former MP, known for his advocacy in making the cryptocurrency 'Bitcoin' a legal tender in the Kingdom, has been laid to rest.
Tonga's siblings meth investigation 'is near completion'
Police say though the investigation may be nearing completion the matter is still an ongoing investigation and the defendants are innocent until proven guilty.
Construction of Tonga's national museum to start later this year
Saudi Arabia will fund the construction of Tonga's fist ever national museum in Nuku'alofa, Prime Minister Hu'akavameiliku Siaosi Sovaleni has confirmed.
Tonga's top cop says region making positive steps to fight drug problem
Commissioner Shane McLennan says they will continue the fight against illicit drugs in the Kingdom and work with partners in the region as well.
Tongan siblings caught with 15kg meth refused bail
A senior National Reserve Bank of Tonga (NRBT) official and his sister have been charged after being caught with 15 kilograms methamphetamine over the weekend.
Uncharted waters: the standoff between Tonga's King and govt
Opinion - The Kingdom is in uncharted waters, and the forecast is for some serious turbulence. But we can say with confidence that the rule of law will prevail, writes Lopeti Senituli
Pacific wants open discussion on AUKUS to ensure region is nuclear free
Keeping the Pacific nuclear-free, in line with the Rarotonga treaty, was a recurring theme from the leaders of Tonga, Cook Islands and Samoa to New Zealand last week. Audio
Tonga seeks NZ's support to address pharmacist shortage
Tonga's head pharmacist says although she welcomes the opening of a new pharmacy building, a shortage of health staff to meet the nation and outer islands needs is her greatest concern.
Tonga govt to 'talanoa' with King about directive - Acting PM
Samiuela Vaipulu told media on Wednesday the government will resolve its differences with the King "the Pacific way".
Pacific Mission: NZ Foreign Minister and Pacific Peoples Minister in Tonga
Winston Peters and Dr Shane Reti landed in Nuku'alofa on Tuesday night amid domestic political ruction in Tonga. They will have a day of bilateral meetings on today.
Tonga's King loses confidence in leadership
Tonga's King loses confidence in leadership of PM and cabinet minister. Audio
Tonga PM has final call on ministers, not the King - former attorney-general
The recent announcement by Tonga's Privy Council that the King Tupou VI has lost confidence in certain ministers does not mean they have lost their jobs.
Tonga's King Tupou VI loses confidence in PM Hu'akavameiliku
Prime Minister Hu'akavameiliku is believed to be in New Zealand for a medical check-up.
Kava on tap 'available for everyone' - Tongan entrepreneur launches initiative
A Nuku'alofa business has started to sell 'sparkling kava' on tap for those interested in tasting the traditional brew.
Tonga appoints retired health chief
Dr Siale 'Akau'ola has become Tonga's new Minister of Health.
Tonga 15s looking for new coach
The Tonga Rugby Union (TRU) has begun its search for a ew head coach to mentor the 'Ikale Tahi.
'Pacific cuisine is yet to be well established' - Tongan chef
'Pacific cuisine is yet to be well established' - Tongan chef. Audio
Lulutai resumes normal flight schedule
Tonga's domestic air services are back on schedule as the country's lone airline resumed normal flights from last Saturday.