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Tonga. By Stephanie, Gemma and Izzy. Where it is and population. Tonga is located in the South Pacific Ocean, North-East of New-Zealand and East of Fiji. Tonga is made up of 170 islands, mostly coral but a few of them are volcanic. The population of Tonga is 100,000 . - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

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Page 1: Tonga

TongaBy Stephanie, Gemma and Izzy

Page 2: Tonga

Where it is and population Tonga is located in the South Pacific Ocean,

North-East of New-Zealand and East of Fiji. Tonga is made up of 170 islands, mostly coral

but a few of them are volcanic. The population of Tonga is 100,000.

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People/Religion/Beliefs Tonga’s social structure is broken into three

groups: the kings, the nobles and the commoners.

Tonga uses dance frequently as an art form, using dance to tell stories and to praise gods, chiefs, places and people.

In Tonga religious beliefs are very strong, and as the country follows the Christian faith Sundays are sacred.

On Sundays no shops are open, no flights leave or enter the country, and there are no dockings of large vessels or sport.

Beautiful baskets and mats are woven from palm leaves.

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Economy GDP per person is $5,100 (compared to

Australia who's GDP is $924.84 billion.) Japan, USA, New Zealand and United Kingdom

are the main export markets for agricultural products such as fish, fruits, vegetables, coffee and vanilla beans.

Tonga imports foodstuffs, machinery, transport equipment, fuels and chemicals mainly from New Zealand, Fiji and Australia.

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Health Tonga has one of the highest living standards in

the pacific. Life expectancy is around 70 years. There is good access to health care with either a

hospital or a dispensary on each of the main islands.

There are 4 hospitals and 14 heath care centers on the island.

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Education Adult literacy is estimated at higher than

90%. Selected Tongan students prepare for the

New Zealand school certificate examination. Primary education between ages 6-14 is

compulsory.

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Challenges Cyclones are common between October and

April, Fonuafo’ou (island in Tonga) experiences earthquakes and volcanic activity.

Deforestation is an issue as more and more land is being cleared for agriculture and settlement.

There is some damage to coral reefs, form starfish and shell collectors.

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How Australia is helping Australia has always had a friendly connection

with Tonga, including trade, employment, education, aid and defence.

The King and current Prime Minister of Tonga studied in Australia.

Australia is the largest aid donor to Tonga, providing $19 million in the past year to help improve Tongan lives.