title: 1965 Tongan local elections
text: # 1965 Tongan local elections
  
  Local elections were held in Tonga for the first time in June 1965.
  
  ## 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.
  
  