Pacific Waves

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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