Australia in Tonga

Malo e lelei and welcome to the official website of the Australian High Commission in Nuku’alofa, Kingdom of Tonga.

Australia and Tonga have a strong and enduring partnership - 2025 will mark 55 years of diplomatic relations. This relationship is underpinned by deep personal, historical and cultural ties and shared values. There are more than 40,000 Tongan-Australians that call Australia home.

Through our development partnership we work towards a shared vision of a prosperous and resilient Tonga. In particular, Australia is supporting Tonga in strengthening its health systems, economic development, resilience to natural disasters and climate change, while supporting gender equality and social inclusion. We support each other's shared endeavours towards a safe and prosperous Pacific, and are working together closely during Tonga's term as Pacific Islands Forum Chair. 

We also have a shared interest in a secure, inclusive and resilient Pacific region, reflected in our close cooperation in maritime security, fisheries management, law enforcement and community policing through the Defence Cooperation Program and Tonga-Australia Policing Partnership.

I invite you to follow us on Facebook @australiaintonga and X @AustHCTonga to keep up to date with the latest news and activities of the Australian Government in Tonga. As well as visiting the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade website for a broader outlook on Australia’s international relations.

Tu’a ‘ofa atu,

HE Brek Batley
Australian High Commissioner to the Kingdom of Tonga

 

Australian High Commission Contact information

PO Box: Private Bag 35, Australian High Commission, Nuku’alofa, Tonga.
82 Salote Road, Nuku'alofa, Tongatapu
Phone: (+676) 20400
Email: [email protected]
Social Media:  Facebook @australiaintonga and X @AustHCTonga

The Australian High Commission team - 2024.