New Zealand High Commission, Nuku'alofa, Tonga

25/06/2026

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25/06/2026

Yesterday marked a truly special milestone for the Free Wesleyan Church of Tonga as it celebrated the Official Opening of the 102nd General Conference and the launch of the Bicentenary History Book Series, The Life and Ministry of the Church.

The Conference officially commenced induction of RT. Rev. Dr. Tevita Koloa’ia Havea as President and Rev. ‘Alifeleti ‘Atiola as General Secretary. As they step into this new chapter of service, may they be guided with wisdom, strength, and grace in leading the Church into the future. May this Conference be filled with meaningful reflection, strong fellowship, and renewed vision for the years ahead.

The launching of the bicentenary history series officiated by Her Royal Highness Crown Princess Sinaitakala Tukuʻaho, beautifully captures the enduring faith, resilience, and unity of the Tongan people.

History is more than a record of the past; it is a living legacy that we carry forward and a treasure that connects generations. It is inspiring to witness the Church’s commitment to preserving and sharing its remarkable 200-year journey of faith.

Talamonū atu ʻi he ngāue kāfakafa kuo ikuna! Congratulations on this outstanding accomplishment and contribution to Tonga’s spiritual and historical legacy.

We acknowledge the leadership of His Excellency Brody Sinclair, New Zealand High Commissioner for Tonga, who had the honour of attending these significant events 🇳🇿🇹🇴

Mālō ‘aupito and best wishes for a successful Conference.

20/06/2026

Happy Olympic Day from The Kingdom of Tonga!

Olympic Day is commemorated annually in June as a global movement that encourages people of all ages and backgrounds to get active, learn about Olympic values and discover the joy of sport. With this year’s theme “Lets move”, NZHC Staff were proud to join Tonga Sports Association & National Olympic Committee and everyone for this morning's Olympic Day Fun walk, promoting active and healthy communities through inclusive and fun activities.

Malo ‘aupito to TASANOC for allowing us to join this awesome initiative.

18/06/2026

Congratulations to Our Whare Our Fale 🏘️, a pioneering housing development in Porirua designed to support Pacific families into home ownership that keeps winning recognition and awards.

The project has scooped the Community and Affordable Housing Property Award at the Property Council New Zealand Rider Levett Bucknall Property Industry Awards and also one of the best by the Te Kāhui Whaihanga NZ Institute of Architects Regional Awards.

The first stage of the project has delivered 18 affordable, sustainable homes on a 3,000-square-metre site. The homes are centred around a shared malae and common fale, reflecting Pacific village design principles and encouraging intergenerational living and community connection. The wider programme is planned to deliver up to 300 homes for Pacific families in Porirua.

Read below for more information 👇

17/06/2026

Tonga has always lived alongside nature. Mālō 'aupito to Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme - SPREP and the Government of Tonga 🇹🇴 that this knowledge was embedded into national policy! 🌿🌺

New Zealand 🇳🇿 has supported the Promoting Pacific Island Nature-based Solutions (PPIN) project, which formally handed over three key policy outputs to the Government of Tonga, including guidelines for integrating nature-based solutions into agriculture and forestry, and a National Policy Framework Assessment for coastal resilience. These will be available online shortly.

First Secretary Ms Esther Shaw had the honour of handing these policies over highlighting that “nature-positive approaches need to be embedded across sectors, in how we farm, protect our shorelines, develop infrastructure and plan for climate change. These tools are an important step in doing exactly that.”

Success is not the work of one — he toa takitini. 🤝

16/06/2026

Behind the construction of the new FALE ALEA 'O TONGA building 🛖 are dedicated women whose skills, leadership and dedication are making it possible. 👏🏼

A big shout out to ‘Ana Pau’u, Nikki Widdicombe and Adriana Harkness whose presence and impact show that women belong in every part of the infrastructure sector. Hope their contribution to the historical build of Tonga’s Parliament 🇹🇴 inspire more women and girls to see the possibilities and potential in this sector. 🙌🏼

15/06/2026

📣Are you working in climate change, sustainability, or resilience planning in the Pacific and looking to strengthen your impact?

Applications are now OPEN for the Climate Resilience Short Term Training Course!

✍🏼This is a fully funded, three-week residential training programme designed to build the capability of Pacific professionals working in climate change delivery, policy, and resilience-building roles.

What the course focuses on:
🍃Climate resilience policy and mainstreaming
🍃Pacific adaptation and indigenous innovation
🍃Climate finance and project delivery
🍃International climate frameworks and negotiations
🍃Disaster risk, mobility, and “loss & damage”
🍃Practical tools for locally relevant resilience projects

💁🏻‍♀️Who should apply:

🖇️Mid-level professionals (5+ years experience)
Working in climate, environment, development, or related sectors
Intermediate English proficiency
Employer-endorsed applicants

Scholarship covers:
✔ Tuition and course fees
✔ Visa costs (excluding passport)
✔ Accommodation
✔ Programme-related expenses

📅 Key dates:
Applications Open Now!
Applications Close: 16 August 2026
Course Dates: 16 Nov – 4 Dec 2026
Location: Wellington, New Zealand

This is a valuable opportunity to strengthen Pacific leadership in climate resilience and connect with regional and international experts working in this space.

Applicants can apply via the online application form accessed through https://manaaki-tstts.nz/

For enquiries please email [email protected] or email our Scholarships Officer at [email protected].

14/06/2026

The trailer is 🔥. Now Tonga, its our turn! 🇹🇴

The Jonah Lomu Documentary premieres here in The Kingdom on 28 July 2026 with FREE entry for all.

Supported by New Zealand 🇳🇿, we invite the whole of Tonga to bring your family and your friends. Let’s celebrate a legend together.

Stay tuned for more details to follow.

12/06/2026

Still thinking about it❓Only 1 more week to Get Your Application In!

Shape New Zealand’s engagement in Tonga.

📣 The New Zealand High Commission is seeking a motivated and well-connected Public Diplomacy and Policy Advisor to help strengthen the Tonga–New Zealand relationship through strategic communications, stakeholder engagement, and policy insights.

ℹ️ Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

This role leads the High Commission’s public diplomacy activities and provides local insights on political, social, and policy developments in Tonga.

You will:
• Drive the High Commission’s public communications and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
• Identify innovative and engaging ways to connect with the public, including through digital and social media platforms.
• Deliver and support High Commission events and visits by VIPs to Tonga.
• Build and maintain strong relationships across government, media, civil society, and community networks.
• Provide analysis and advice on key issues, trends, and developments in Tonga.

This is an opportunity for someone who is creative, proactive, well-networked, and confident working independently within a small, collaborative team.

🙋🏽‍♂️Mā‎ wai te mahi nei? – Who are we looking for?

You will bring:
• Strong understanding of digital communications and public diplomacy
• An established network of stakeholder contacts
Knowledge of Tonga’s political, social, and policy environment
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Creativity, sound judgement, and attention to detail
• Ability to manage competing priorities and perform under pressure

📍Applicants must have the right to live and work in Tonga to apply for this role.

💁🏽‍♀️ Me pēhea te tuku tono - To Apply/Interested?

📄 Please submit to [email protected] your:
• CV
• Cover letter

Please note: If the successful candidate has worked or lived in New Zealand and are subsequently employed as locally engaged staff in a NZ Government Embassy or High Commission, they may, subject to individual circumstances, have NZ Tax Residency obligations. We advise any applicant, who may be in this situation, to discuss their tax residency status with the NZ Inland Revenue (IRD) and determine any potential personal tax obligations to IRD.

11/06/2026

More Trainers stepping up to strengthen officer safety in Tonga. 🙌🏼

The Officer Safety Pacific (OSP) team supported Tonga Police to successfully deliver officer safety train-the-trainer to 12 Officers. The training was led and fully delivered by Tonga Police with support from OSP trainers, highlighting strong leadership and capability building. Officer Safety Pacific (OSP) is a regional initiative led by New Zealand Police that supports police organisations across five Pacific countries to strengthen officer safety skills, practices and systems. 👏🏼

New Zealand 🇳🇿 is proud to support the strengthening of Tonga Police officers capabilities and better equip them to stay safe while carrying out their duties.