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A daily current affairs programme covering the major Pacific stories of the week, with background and reaction from the people making the news.

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    Pacific Waves 01 October 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025 17:57


    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

    Pacific Waves 30 September 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 20:15


    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

    Pacific Waves 27 September 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 16:48


    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

    Pacific Waves 26 September 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 16:56


    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

    Pacific Waves for 25 September 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 15:36


    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

    Pacific Waves for 19 September 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2025 14:17


    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

    Pacific Waves for 18 September 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2025 14:40


    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

    Pacific Waves for 17 September 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 19:59


    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

    Pacific Waves for 16 September 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2025 22:03


    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

    Pacific Waves for 13 September 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2025 16:48


    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

    Pacific Waves for 12 September 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 17:59


    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

    Pacific Waves for 11 September 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 19:48


    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

    Pacific Waves for 10 September 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 16:09


    In Pacific Waves today: Climate disaster costing Pacific economies - PIF chief; Fiji reluctant to join PACER Plus agreement; Auckland residents seeking relocation following shooting; Papua New Guinea language week celebrated in NZ. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    Pacific Waves for 09 September 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 17:54


    In Pacific Waves today: Date for Samoa parliamentary sitting post-election confirmed; PIF leaders' summit gets underway in Solomon Islands; French Polynesia's President 'quite happy' dialogue partners excluded from PIFLM54; French ambassador respects decision to exclude PIF partners; Fijiana come away with a win in last pool game. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    Pacific Waves for 06 September 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2025 23:27


    In Pacific Waves today: PIF leaders to discuss UN visit to West Papua; Vanuatu teachers set to strike disrupting school term; Māori and Pacific youth inspired by Māori Queen's leadership; PNG's ambitious journey to a digital government; Samoa and Fiji women's rugby give their all at the world cup. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    Pacific Waves for 05 September 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 23:18


    In Pacific Waves today: Pacific leaders pay respects to Kiingitanga; Samoa FAST party leads election results; High voter turnout expected in Bougainville election; Honiara ready to welcome Pacific leaders for annual summit; NZ foreign minister blames Sols govt for putting regional unity at risk; Solomon Islands PM stands by decision to defer PIF partner talks. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    Pacific Waves for 04 September 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 14:32


    In Pacific Waves today: Refugee advocate criticises Australia-Nauru deportation deal; Court ruling over amendment in Fiji constitution illegal - lawyer; UN chief addresses PNG ahead of golden jubilee. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    Pacific Waves for 03 September 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 18:20


    In Pacific Waves today: Protest in support of West Papua prisoners ends in chaos; Māori community win after years-long battle over sand mining; NZ local elections heats up in Lower Hutt; Pacific leaders attend one year anniversary of Māori Queen. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    Pacific Waves for 02 September 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2025 18:25


    In Pacific Waves today: Samoa official election results to be confirmed this week; Aust and China gift Sol Islands multi-million-dollar vehicles; Record number of women vie for Bougainville parliamentary seats; Manusina coach to push for more development opportunities. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    Pacific Waves for 30 August 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2025 17:42


    In Pacific Waves today: Samoa general elections now closed; Fiji social services urges unity among faith communities; Bougainville's quest for independence remains top issue; NZ school choir competition embraces diverse languages. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    Pacific Waves for 29 August 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2025 17:56


    In Pacific Waves today: Alcohol ban comes into effect for Samoa polling day; Canadian group closer to mining in international waters; Fiji facing kava shortage as a result of infected crops; Demand for seasonal workers slowing down. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    Pacific Waves for 28 August 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2025 19:34


    In Pacific Waves today: With pre-polling in Samoa now over... more than 500 police officers are gearing up to support election officials in the main polls later this week; There are concerns in the Cook Islands that deep sea mining companies public engagement's and sponsored community initiatives are being used to try and sway public opinion in favour of the emerging industry; The President of Bougainville, Ishmael Toroama, says he's not feeling the pressure as he seeks a second, five year, term in office; And finishing up with some sport Manusina Samoa's Keilamarita Pouri-Lane is not the only one in her family playing at the women's Rugby World Cup in England.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    Pacific Waves for 27 August 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2025 21:39


    In Pacific Waves today: Marshall Islands parliament goes up in flames; Economists assess PNG's economy over 50 years; Samoa citizens get ready to cast their votes; Bougainville election soon approaching. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    Pacific Waves for 26 August 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2025 19:47


    In Pacific Waves today: Mixed views on Samoa's leadership ahead of polling day; Report calls for stronger ties between NZ and the Pacific; Tough start for Pacific teams in women's rugby world cup. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    Pacific Waves for 23 August 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2025 18:00


    In Pacific Waves today: Legacy of Pacific musicians remembered at awards; Fiji hub helping businesses become investment-ready; Rugby rivals Tonga and Samoa prepare for battle.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    Pacific Waves for 22 August 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2025 15:08


    In Pacific Waves today: Tonga's former AG backing monarchy for diplomacy control; Cook Islands govt considering exploration extension; Faith-driven boxer set to represent Samoa in Liverpool. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    Pacific Waves for 21 August 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2025 18:11


    In Pacific Waves today: NZ and Pacific police face similar challenges - commissioner; PNG preparing to mark 50 years independence; Samoan restaurant a hit among NZ cuisine judges. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    Pacific Waves for 20 August 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 15:41


    In Pacific Waves today: Solomon Islands government to raise legal marriage age; Narco-subs going undetected in the Pacific; Potential reforms to Auckland's alcohol policy seen as a setback; NRL player switches allegiance to Samoa. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    Pacific Waves for 19 August 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 15:57


    In Pacific Waves today: My Tongan language keeps me grounded - Dr Suliana Mone; Palau president bemoans exclusion of PIF partners; From the classroom to Bougainville parliament. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    Pacific Waves for 15 August 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 20:44


    In Pacific Waves today: 'Outsiders' are to blame for PIF tensions - NZ foreign minister; New bill gives Tonga's King control over diplomacy; Samoan director celebrates debut feature film success. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    Pacific Waves for 14 August 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 18:52


    In Pacific Waves today: Samoa backs Solomon Islands' plan to defer partners meeting; Media reports of meeting deferral 'unfortunate' - former PIF director; Cook Islands and US sign agreement on seabed minerals. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    Pacific Waves for 13 August 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 16:20


    In Pacific Waves today: US court ignores White House orders on commercial fishing; Pacific youth discuss climate loss in Samoa; Pacific rugby takes centre stage again. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    Pacific Waves for 12 August 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 16:18


    In Pacific Waves today: Pasifika in NZ struggling with housing affordability - youth advocate; Pasifika lacking timely care following heart attack - health leader; Mother and son standing again in Bougainville election. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    Pacific Waves for 09 August 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 25:45


    In Pacific Waves today: Pacific health systems 'stretched' amid dengue outbreak - WHO; Fiji's top prosecutor claims charges are bogus; What's ahead for Bougainville in its quest for independence; 'Art can be lifesaving' - Tongan creative Luca Walton. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    Pacific Waves for 08 August 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 17:53


    In Pacific Waves today: Samoan family seeks answers into son's death; "It's anyone's game" former Bougainville colonel on election; Cook Islands tourism places strain on the environment. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    Pacific Waves for 06 August 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 17:38


    In Pacific Waves today: Tonga govt signs new contract with mining group; More help needed to tackle dengue - Samoa health leader; Cook Islands relationship with NZ will remain - PM Mark Brown; Pasifika voices stand in Auckland local elections. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    Pacific Waves for 05 August 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 15:49


    In Pacific Waves today: Cook Islands opposition rejects independence; Bougainville group prepare women candidates for elections; Former Tonga PM tight-lipped on political ambitions; Eight-year-old Hawaiian athlete makes history. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    Pacific Waves for 02 August 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 18:06


    In Pacific Waves today: NZ in Cook Islands domestic affairs 'improper' - Henry Puna; Paris agreement 'not enough' for Kanaks - Roch Wamytan; Pacific shoppers in NZ unhappy with locked up corned beef. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    Pacific Waves for 01 August 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 20:29


    In Pacific Waves today: Pacific traditions key to tackling meth crisis - expert; Pacific countries unscathed following Russia earthquake; Bougainville election day challenges; Cook Islanders reflect on nation's 60th milestone. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    Pacific Waves for 31 July 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 16:34


    In Pacific Waves today: Earthquake triggers tsunami warning in Tonga; Experts on earthquake's impact in the Pacific; CNMI residents advised to 'prepare' following earthquake; Unpacking historical ICJ ruling for Pacific communities. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    Pacific Waves for 30 July 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 19:36


    In Pacific Waves today: Tonga government considering contract with mining group; Tonga's domestic airline back up and running; Samoan athlete drafted in European League of football; Cook Islands 60th anniversary attracts thousands. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    Pacific Waves for 29 July 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 14:50


    In Pacific Waves today: NZ govt 'out of touch' with voting law change - Carmel Sepuloni; First Vanuatu language week celebrated in NZ; Cook Islander sets new all-time record at Davis Cup. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

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