Pacific Waves

In Pacific Waves today: Cook Islands PM survives no confidence motion; Major tuna grant to assist 14 Pacific countries; South Auckland mural dedicated to community hero; Samoa's netball team rise to the top. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Multiple cyclones at this time not unusual - NIWA; Samoa PM defeats no confidence vote; Pacific experts question global influence in the region; Unpacking Pope Francis' legacy. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Samoa parliament approves request for motion of no confidence; Cook Islands NCEA results raises concerns; Samoa twins selected for Pacific women rugby squad; Pacific sports update. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Samoa's opposition leader tables motion of no confidence; NZ Green MP remembered one year on; RNZ Pacific notes the achievements of veteran journalist Jemima Garrett. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: New Caledonia primed to discuss new statute to replace Noumea Accord; Moana Pasifika and Fiji Drua getting the basics right; Moving and inspiring feature film set to premiere in NZ. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Māori academic calls for dismantling of Destiny Church; Norfolk Island's ongoing quest for a return of self-government; Vanuatu & Solomon Islands women's soccer team gear up for Four Nations. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Cook Islands government releases details of agreement with China; Cook Island locals protest PM's decision to shut out NZ; Immigration NZ set to deport Fijian teen living with epilepsy. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Deaths of two women in PNG spark public outcry; Cook Islands PM returns home following signed deal; France's top diplomat confirms talks on 'unfreezing' New Caledonia electoral roll; Errors cost Pacific teams in Super Rugby Pacific first round. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Covid response failed to meet Pasifika needs - report; Salvation Army report shows more children are going hungry; Scientist in line for a gong after decades of help to Pacific nations. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Cook Islands PM leadership comes under threat; Miss Pacific Islands judge maintains no wrongdoing; Jotham Napat is the right man to lead Vanuatu - academic; Revelations Bank of PNG Governor investigated for money laundering. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Cook Islands PM due to finalise China deal; Diplomatic rows puts spotlight on Pacific relations; International relations expert on NZ/Cook Is spat; Eight teams set to compete in new OFC league. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Vanuatu parliament elects new PM; Cook Islands diaspora voice concerns over China deal; Fijileaks editor threatens to counter-sue Fiji MP; New Super Rugby Pacific season launches this weekend. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Miss Samoa wins Miss Pacific Islands title; Cook Islands PM heads to China to sign agreement; Pasifika team places bid for new NRL franchise. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Cook Islands dump passport idea; Samoan villages seek help from China; Worker shortages affecting Cook Islands police force. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: NZ and Cook Islands not seeing eye to eye; Eke Government in Tonga has little time to have an impact; Samoan theatre project pays tribute to motherhood Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Pasifika need to be part of Waitangi discussions - academic; Fiji MP retains seat following video leak; Cook Islands church push for Christian state declaration; Eight women contend for Miss Pacific Islands crown. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Landowners in Solomon Islands file for oil spill compensation; Kiribati govt release official statement on NZ aid review; Ardie Savea credits faith for Moana Pasifika captaincy; Moana Pasifika lose to Highlanders in pre-season hit out. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: World Health Organisation chair 'horrified' at US senator's Samoa measles claim; Is Tonga's King turning his back on democracy? Indonesia president urged to stamp out human rights abuse. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Vanuatu's parliament is expected to sit early next month with five political parties signing a coalition agreement on Monday this week; A Kiribati minister says the President is "absolutely not" trying to avoid New Zealand's foreign minister; What does the executive order issued by US President Donald Trump to pause US development assistance mean for the Pacific? Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Number of buildings in Vanuatu CBD to be demolished; New law in CNMI regulates lime or 'afok' usage; PNG leader puts last year's adversary in his cabinet; Pacific teams look ahead to 2027 Rugby World Cup. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details