Website launched to follow condition of King of Tonga

A website has been launched to provide regular condition reports on the health of Tonga's ailing king.

The website was designed by Aucklander Melino Maka, and will offer regular updates on the monarch's condition, as well as wider information about palace news, and the royal family.

King Taufa'ahau Tupou IV, 88, was admitted to Auckland's Mercy Hospital last month, amid reports he was gravely ill.

A palace spokesman, Albert Vaea, said today he remained stable and comfortable.

His wife and other members of the royal family had joined him at his bedside yesterday, to celebrate Father's Day, Mr Vaea said.

The website can be viewed at www.palaceoffice.gov.to.

- NZPA