RNZ: Dateline Pacific

In Pacific Waves today: A French Polynesian anti-nuclear activist and politician is shocked at reports US President Donald Trump wants nuclear weapons testing to resume; The Cook Islands Prime Minister says he had requested a meeting with New Zealand's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister over their concerns with his country's bilateral agreements with China but he was turned down; Manu Samoa defeat Namibia to keep their Rugby World Cup qualification dream alive.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: US partnership continues mission in Vanuatu; Child obesity on the rise in the Pacific; Hawaiian voyaging canoe marks 40th year since NZ visit. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: COP30 summit in Brazil kicks off; Tongans contemplate issues ahead of national election; Hawaiian voyaging canoe marks 40 years since NZ visit; Educator pens book to help Pacific children embrace identity. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Cook Islands government says they remain committed to NZ; Pacific News Wrap with Koroi Hawkins; Taipei office in Fiji accuses China of coercion. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Fiji women's groups accuse PM of gender bias; Miss Cook Islands pageant returns; Pacific sports wrap with Iliesa Tora. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Visa-free travel available for eligible Pacific citizens to NZ; Pacific delegates make their way to COP summit; Pacific news wrap with Christina Persico; Pacific sports talanoa with Iliesa Tora. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Samoa PM to raise Pacific visa issue with NZ govt; Australia-Nauru resettlement agreement takes action; Conjoined twins in PNG face uncertain future. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Pacific unemployment rate in NZ highest of any ethnic group; Pacific social media wrap with Tiana Haxton; Tongan rugby league star stable following concussion. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Pacific ocean becoming increasingly militarised - advocate; Measles vaccination campaign underway in Auckland; Pacific news wrap with Christina Persico; Samoan chef dines out on top international food award.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: PNG landslide kills 21 and leaves many homeless; Pacific region aims for a renewable energy future; NZ confirm 17 measles cases; Tongan rugby league fans dominate Auckland's Eden Park. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Samoa budget sees big increases; Health and economy under spotlight ahead of Tonga's election; Tokelau language week celebrated in NZ; New Pacific football league launched in NZ. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: US govt shutdown reaches the Pacific; Seabed research ongoing amidst mining decision; Tonga needed to secure a win following brutal loss. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Academic warns of further political turmoil in Fiji; Pacific artists embrace their cultural roots; Pacific socials wrap with Coco Lance. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Experts warn of the Pacific becoming "narco-states"; Report shows NZ reducing its aid in the Pacific; Pacific news wrap with Christina Persico.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Health experts warn HIV could spread across the region; Alarming gaps in measles vaccination among Pacific; Toa Samoa stomps on Tonga in brutal league match. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Solomon Islands government need to consult public on military set up - former Attorney General Sir Frank Kabui; PNG residents in Australia soon to be eligible for army; Pacific news wrap with Teuila Fuatai. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Violent disciplinary measures in Fiji schools not the answer - advocates; Setting health priorities in the Pacific region; Niue youth are 'eager' to learn their language - advocate. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Fiji's former PM sentenced over corruption charge; West Papua group claims 15 civilians killed in drone bombing; Pacific social media wrap with Coco Lance. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Pacific news wrap with Christina Persico; Cook Islands aviator returns home for defence exercise; Kiribati minister wants special seats for women in parliament. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Solomon Islands look into setting up a defence force; French Senate endorses postponing New Cal elections; Samoa no match for the Kiwis in Pac Champs opening round. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Ex Samoa PM files lawsuit against successor; Pacific leaders criticise reduced methane goals; Fiji teachers advocate for corporate punishment. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: NZ foreign minister speaks on Manawanui compensation; Pacific vocalists deliver powerful performances on hit TV show; Pacific sports wrap with Iliesa Tora. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Candidates confirmed for Tonga's election; Pacific news wrap with Christina Persico; Climate experts address adaptation solutions. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: People are sticking to the status quo - Nauru elections; Five to nine tropical cyclones predicted for the Pacific; New training initiative a game changer for Pacific workers. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Nauru election gets underway; Fiji must focus on the future as it marks 55th independence - academic; Pacific news wrap with Christina Persico. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: RNZ Pacific Papua New Guinea correspondent Scott Waide joins Pacific Waves to unpack PNG's defence treaty with Australia and more; NZ govt urged to create new humanitarian visa; Pacific sports wrap with RNZ Pacific senior sports journalist Iliesa Tora. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Fijian workers overseas behaviour 'embarrassing' - Fiji PM; Pacific social media wrap with Coco Lance; Pacific advocates recognised for climate campaign. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: New Zealand pays Samoa millions in compensation over sunken vessel; Te Maeva Nui festival returns to Aotearoa; Embracing my Fijian identity and culture - Esther Traill. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: PNG a 'pawn' in defence treaty - former military chief; Pacific weekly news wrap; Tā moko artists study Māori ancestral heads; Tuvalu families celebrate language week through games. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: New Zealand's foreign minister Vaovasamanaia Winston Peters speaks on the UN General Meeting in New York and his meetings with the Pacific leaders; The NRL comes to a peak this Sunday night with the Storm and the Broncos playing for the championship title; World Rugby issues new guidelines for player welfare, New Caledonia's under-19 women's football team qualifies for their first-ever world cup, and Pacific Championship rugby league tournament coming up. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Bougainville re-elects Ishmael Toroama for top job; Pacific news weekly wrap; NZ govt proposal to scrap holidays act unfair - union. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Pacific nations need to consider its Israel stance - academic; Samoa opposition leader confirms final term as MP; Approval granted for new Pacific cultural centre in Wellington; Manu Samoa loses out again for world cup qualifiers. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Samoan caregiver gains popularity on Tiktok; US President tells world leaders climate change is a 'scam'; Pacific sports preview.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Solomon Islands scraps tax on menstrual products; Samoan villagers insist on the removal of HMNZ shipwreck; Miss Samoa reflects on pageantry journey. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: New Caledonia beefs up security for historical anniversary; Long way to go for women to enter politics - Pacific leaders at UN General Assembly; Charlie Kirk's death causes stir among Pacific communities and more on social media. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: In Papua New Guinea, prime minister James Marape is rebuffing any question of China wanting to scuttle a new security deal the country is brokering with Australia. The official registration period for voters in Tonga closed on Thursday as preparations continue towards the November general election. Vanuatu's environment minister says there will be no commercial fishing close to the shore within the border of the recently announced Melanesian Ocean Reserve initiative. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Bougainville's electoral commissioner says vote counting is progressing smoothly and peacefully with around 30 percent of seats declared. French Polynesia's President wants Pacific countries to agree to a moratorium of deep sea mining. Despite the wide range of views on the industry across the Pacific. A new exhibition at Auckland's Central City Library has placed Pacific heritage on a pedestal.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today, Laaulialemalietoa Schmidt has been sworn in as Samoa's eighth Prime Minister. Papua New Guinea is celebrating 50 years of independence in true Melanesian style with plenty of music and dance. Australia and Papua New Guinea are reportedly close to signing a security treaty that would bring the militaries of the two countries closer together. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Pacific Islands Forum leaders wrapped up their summit in Solomon Islands last week saying they'd agreed on 'clear actions'. A refugee advocate in Australia says Nauru's citizenship by investment scheme is a national pariah. The United States of America have defeated Samoa to qualify for the 2027 Rugby World Cup.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: The Pacific Islands Forum leaders summit concludes in Honiara. French Polynesia cautions French officials not to lecture Pacific leaders. And its a busy rugby weekend for Pacific teams and players.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: We take a look at some of the highlights from the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders summit in Honiara. The President of the Media Association of Solomon Islands has asked for an explanation from the Australian government as to why Pacific media were blocked from a press conference held by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Fiji will formally open its first embassy in Israel next week. The Autonomous Bougainville Government is attacking New Zealand over the presence of its defence force plane in the region. One of Aotearoa's best cricketer's is set to play for Samoa at the Asia-Pacific cup this year.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details