Medical call to Japan to abandon the planned release of over 1.3 million tons of radioactively contaminated water from the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant disaster into the Pacific Ocean As physicians with professional responsibility to promote and protect long-term human and planetary health, we urge the Government of Japan to stop the planned release of large amounts of radioactively contaminated water from the damaged Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant into the Pacific Ocean. We consider that the plan to use the Pacific Ocean has a radioactive waste dump involves risks to oceanic and human health and is neither responsible nor…
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Make sure you have your say in these elections. District Officers and Town Officers play important roles in our daily lives, and all Tongan people should have their say in who represents them.” Don’t miss out! Fili ka ke kau he lau! Schedule Notice of election in Gazette 31 March 2023 Close of electoral roll 24 April 2023 Print of electoral roll 27 April 2023 Nomination of candidates 26 and 27 April 2023 Withdrawal of candidates 1 May 2023 Polling day 25 May 2023 Publication of results 26 May 2023 Demand for a recount by 29 May 2023 Click here…
Our blood bank in Vaiola Hospital is currently seeking donors to donate blood in support of our hospital. If you are willing to help please visit our blood bank today – Tonga Red Cross
Last Friday, the Department of Climate Change planted 3,000 mangroves on 3 different coastal areas on the Western side of Tongatapu, (Fatai, Teékiu and Nukunuku). Source: Department of Climate Change
New Petroleum Prices for May The Ministry of Trade and Economic Development wishes to advise that the Tonga Competent Authority (TCA) has approved the new petroleum prices for May, to be effective on the 18th of May 2023. • Petrol increases from $3.48 to $3.54 per liter (by 6 cents); • Diesel decreases from $3.52 to $3.47 per liter (by 5 cents); • Kerosene is $2.62 per liter.
Media freedom is an essential pillar of democracy. In Pacific island countries, this pillar is under threat from financial and capacity constraints. Democratic partners—which believe in the importance of a strong, independent media—must do more to support journalism and media in the Pacific to protect the integrity of independent thought and defend against information warfare. ASPI’s Pacific program has facilitated workshops with Pacific journalists and engaged with media professionals to help identify the strengths, weaknesses and opportunities for development in their organisations. This work points to some key lessons that should guide governments and other groups seeking to further support…
China Polata is only 21, but has experienced plenty — she’s played in the NRLW, had serious challenges on and off the field, and is about to play for QLD in the State Of Origin. But playing for Tonga against the Kiwis in 2022 was a highlight that reignited her career and love for the game, she told Nesian Footy. “I was like, ‘Wow, I was watching this not long ago on TV, Aussie versus Tonga, and now I’m playing it’. It’s just crazy,” she said. “It definitely hit different knowing where I came from… I think I got maybe the first two lines [of the…
Serious concerns are now being raised regarding many attacks and robberies by youths and street kids loitering in Suva City and the surrounding areas at night. fijivillage News has been contacted by a number of people in the past few days regarding attacks and robberies on the streets. They say these people loitering in different parts of Suva are also getting daring and are now even attacking and robbing people in broad daylight. There have been a number of attacks on people by youths along Waimanu Road, Stewart Street and Saint Fort Street. These people are seen loitering around sniffing…
The Fono’s Board is delighted to announce that three senior leaders have been honoured with some of the Pacific’s most prestigious titles. Lord Ma’afu Tukui’aulahi HM King Tupou VI of Tonga has appointed the Hon. Tevita ‘Unga Tangitau as Lord Ma’afu Tukui’aulahi, a Noble of the Realm and estate holder of Vaini and Tokomololo villages. Lord Ma’afu Tukui’aulahi has been a crucial member of The Fono’s Marketing and Communications team for the past three years, working as a videographer. His video filming and editing expertise has become essential to The Fono’s promotional and engagement materials and is warmly received by our…
There is a buzz around town: Graduation week at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington is getting underway. For the Tu’inukuafe household, today is the day that their sons― identical triplets Cale, Max, and Jackson―will don their Law graduation robes and cross the stage, together, to receive their degrees. Source: Victoria University of Wellington