1965 Tongan local elections

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Local elections were held in Tonga for the first time in June 1965.^[1]

Background

Tongan government administration consisted of Town Officers representing the government in a single village, whilst District Officers usually served around six villages. Prior to the elections, the officers had been appointed by the Premier.^[1]

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