Pacific Waves

Pacific Waves

A daily current affairs programme that delves deeper into the major stories of the week, through a Pacific lens, and shines a light on issues affecting Pacific people wherever they are in the world.

Episodes

November 13, 2025 12 mins

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.

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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.

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November 12, 2025 15 mins

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.

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November 10, 2025 15 mins

In Pacific Waves today: Fiji women's groups accuse PM of gender bias; Miss Cook Islands pageant returns; Pacific sports wrap with Iliesa Tora.

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November 7, 2025 18 mins

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.

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November 6, 2025 19 mins

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.

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November 5, 2025 16 mins

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.

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November 4, 2025 14 mins

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.

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November 3, 2025 15 mins

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.

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October 31, 2025 20 mins

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.

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October 30, 2025 15 mins

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.

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October 29, 2025 13 mins

In Pacific Waves today: Academic warns of further political turmoil in Fiji; Pacific artists embrace their cultural roots; Pacific socials wrap with Coco Lance.

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October 28, 2025 14 mins

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.

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October 27, 2025 17 mins

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.

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October 24, 2025 16 mins

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.

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October 23, 2025 15 mins

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.

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October 22, 2025 14 mins

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.

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October 21, 2025 14 mins

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.

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October 20, 2025 14 mins

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.

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October 17, 2025 16 mins

In Pacific Waves today: Ex Samoa PM files lawsuit against successor; Pacific leaders criticise reduced methane goals; Fiji teachers advocate for corporate punishment.

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