A total of five candidates have registered to contest the by-election to elect a town officer of Kolonga following the recent passing away of the former town officer, Sonasi Langi.
At the close of registration Wednesday, the Electoral Commission confirmed the following candidates:
- Soane Lutoviko Hamala :Kolonga, Tongatapu
- ‘Anitelu Tahatolu Ma’u :Kolonga, Tongatapu
- Malia Peata Sioko Noa :Kolonga, Tongatapu
- Keleni Nesi Filikitonga :Kolonga, Tongatapu
- ‘Aisea Tikoipau :Kolonga, Tongatapu
The by-election will be held on Thursday, 9 July 2020 at the following polling places
- Kolonga, Tongatapu : FWC Hall, Kolonga
- Pangai, Ha’apai : Governor’s Office
- Neiafu, Vava’u : Governor’s Office
- ‘Eua : Office of the Government Representative
- Niuatoputapu : Office of the Government Representative
- Niuafo’ou : Office of the Government Representative
The Electoral Commission is preparing for the by-election.
Source:
Press Release