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Tonga National University to explore when lotu helps — and when it harms

Kalino Latu - 24/05/2026

Tongan girl becomes first Pacific Islander crowned Mini Miss Aotearoa New Zealand 2026

Kaniva Staff - 24/05/2026

Australian police on high alert after Vietnam killing of cartel leader and Sydney death of Alai Ahio

Kalino Latu - 24/05/2026

Tonga faces double immigration setback as U.S. requires green card applicants to return home

Kalino Latu - 23/05/2026

Former Police Minister to face court over alleged role in assisting Mormon leader’s departure from Tonga

Kalino Latu - 22/05/2026

Tonga Electoral Commission appoints new Supervisor of Elections

Kaniva Staff - 22/05/2026

Two arrested in Mataika over alleged drug offending

Kaniva Staff - 22/05/2026

Around New Zealand & the World

White House deadly shooting deepens anxiety among Tongans over U.S. green card crackdown

Kalino Latu - 24/05/2026 0

A suspect was shot and killed after allegedly opening fire near the White House on Sunday, prompting a temporary lockdown of the presidential complex...

Sentence handed down in North Carolina hit-and-run that killed LDS missionary Aleki Langi

22/05/2026

Tonga marks 30 years of Ocean of Light School, highlighting education for service

22/05/2026

Unitec’s Mt Albert campus evacuated over threat

22/05/2026

One dead in Onehunga house fire, cordons in place

22/05/2026

National

Tonga Electoral Commission appoints new Supervisor of Elections

Kaniva Staff - 22/05/2026 0

The Tonga Electoral Commission has officially appointed Mr Samuiela Vao as the new Supervisor of Elections and Chief Executive Officer, marking a key leadership...

Two arrested in Mataika over alleged drug offending

22/05/2026

BG Wealth investors warned against paying more as authorities flag new ‘HQIEX’ platform

22/05/2026

Neiafu Town officer clashes with Market staff over ‘Dirty’ lot Facebook post

22/05/2026

Documents reveal how Tuipulotu Vi was allegedly murdered by US hitman Tanginoa Pahulu Tangi

21/05/2026

National

Alai Ahio killed in targeted Sydney shooting linked to gangland tensions

Kaniva Staff - 20/05/2026 0

A man believed to be of Tongan heritage has been shot dead in what police have described as a targeted attack in Sydney,...

Tonga budget allocates $3.2m to failing Lulutai Airline despite crisis warning

20/05/2026

Tongan father of four earns MBA while pursuing mission to improve Pacific lives

20/05/2026

Globe‑trotting controversy resurfaces: Speaker concerned as Lands Minister misses oath for second time

20/05/2026

Mother shot dead in Vava’u to be laid to rest

19/05/2026

Around New Zealand & the World

‘It’s crap’ – Parker eager to clear name after failed drug test

Kaniva Staff - 21/05/2026 0

By 1News Reporters Joseph Parker has spoken out about a failed drug test that emerged after his shock loss to Fabio Wardley in London on...

TNU students warn of rising soil acidity from over-farming

21/05/2026

NZ, Australian police announce Colombian base to combat Pacific drug surge

20/05/2026

Two arrested at Auckland airport with $2.2m cocaine haul

20/05/2026

Eleven Fijian police officers investigated for ties to Auckland drug trade links

18/05/2026

Locked up 24 hours ‘for Carrying Books’: Man denied entry to New Zealand removed to Fiji instead of Tonga

Kalino Latu - 30/04/2026 0

A Tongan national was denied entry into New Zealand, detained for about 24 hours at Auckland International Airport, and then removed to Fiji instead...