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2005 Niuas by-election

The Niuas by-election of 2005 was held on 5 May 2005 to elect a new People's Representative to the Tongan Legislative Assembly. The vacancy occurred following the appointment of the incumbent, Sione Haukinima, to cabinet. The by-election was won by Lepolo Taunisila, who became the first woman to sit in the Legislative Assembly in twenty years.

Results from Matangi Tonga.

References

(23 March 2005). "Tongan pro-democracy movement to hold meeting over candidates". [[RNZ]].
(6 May 2005). "Tonga's only female MP sees role as advocate for women's issues". [[RNZ]].
Ofa Guttenbeil-Likiliki. "Advancing Women’s Representation in Tonga".

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