Preparations under for Tongan King's coronation

Updated July 24, 2008 16:14:32

Preparations for the coronation of King George Tupou the Fifth are well underway in Tonga. As well as the ceremony itself on Friday next week, there will be three coronation balls, a military parade, traditional dancing, a fireworks display, a rugby match and an open-air concert. The Rugby match will see 15 players from Tonga playing 15 International players from England, Scotland, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand.

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