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At sea for the New Year

Tuesday 31 December 2019 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in National

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At sea for the New Year
In previous years, Taio Shipping Service has transported many hundreds of people north over the holiday season. 19123017

Tongan cargo vessel Taka-I-Pomana may be the only hope left for 200-plus Northern Group islanders waiting to travel to their home islands. The ship was due to arrive at Rarotonga last night, and yesterday harbour master John Jessie said he expected it would berth at around 10pm.

Tongan cargo vessel Taka-I-Pomana may be the only hope left for 200-plus Northern Group islanders waiting to travel to their home islands. The ship was due to arrive at Rarotonga last night, and yesterday harbour master John Jessie said he expected it would berth at around 10pm.


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