[HCDX] New Island Radio Pacific Style feature

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July 3 2014

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New Island Radio Pacific Style feature
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We've dug deep in the archives and found a fascinating feature from
way back in 1961 when the Pacific island of Tonga started up its
first radio station.

The opening ceremony was done by Queen Salote of Tonga, and we have
photos of her arriving and speaking at the opening. We also have a
photo inside the main studio, and the studio building, as well as
details of the first staff of the Tonga Broadcasting Commission. 

You'll find the full feature at www.radioheritage.net/Story358.asp
and it's already been shared with people in Tonga, Fiji and Samoa who
have enjoyed listening to the station for over 50 years.

As well, we found a special item in one of our collections, what is
believed to be the first letter sent confirming reception of ZCO
Tonga. This was for a test broadcast earlier in the year....and it's
included in the feature.

ZCO Tonga 'The Call of the Friendly Islands' has gone on to become
one of the best known radio stations in the South Pacific. It's now
known as A3Z, and still broadcasts to Tonga and other parts of the
South Pacific that get its powerful signal.

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