Pacific Waves

Episoade

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  Pacific Waves 06 October 2026 05.10.2026 13min

  In Pacific Waves today: Samoa's PM apologises for Nazi gesture in 2007 video; Greenpeace calls on Australia to step up climate efforts; Pacific editor launches region’s first fact-checking website. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
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  Pacific Waves 03 October 2026 02.10.2026 16min

  In Pacific Waves today: Samoa's media watchdog demands answers from PM; Pacific women want a bigger say in climate decisions; NZ rugby Chiefs seek resolution over PNG team name; Pacific youth challenge parties over gambling harm. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
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  Pacific Waves 02 October 2026 01.10.2026 17min

  In Pacific Waves today: Fiji prosecutors respond missing cocaine from court; Fiji lawyer raises questions after cocaine goes missing; Solomon Islands vows to strengthen human rights at UNGA. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
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  Pacific Waves 01 October 2026 30.09.2026 17min

  In Pacific Waves today: Naoero withdraws from the International Criminal Court; Health expert warns El Niño could fuel sorcery accusation-related violence cases in PNG; How Pacific newsrooms are covering the rise in illicit drugs. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
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  Pacific Waves 30 September 2026 29.09.2026 18min

  In Pacific Waves today: Mother in remote PNG area survives difficult birth; Life expectancy in the Pacific rising but still lagging - report; Pacific leaders urge for more global action on climate issues. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
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  Pacific Waves 29 September 2026 28.09.2026 15min

  In Pacific Waves today: Vanuatu honours lives lost in MV Matui tragedy; Pacific leaders renew calls for UN access to West Papua; First US deep-sea mining lawsuit filed over American Samoa plans; PINA president calls for greater support for Pacific newsrooms. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
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  Pacific Waves 26 September 2026 28.09.2026 26min

  In Pacific Waves today: Pacific media leaders call for stronger support across the region; Vanuatu joins global push to protect children from climate crisis; The Pacific faces a renewed threat from measles. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
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  Pacific Waves 25 September 2026 25.09.2026 19min

  In Pacific Waves today: Naoero, Palau take Pacific issues to UN Assembly; NZ study highlights the impact of nurse understaffing; Pacific maritime safety under scrutiny amid deadly incidents; First Samoan astrophysicist speaks up for Pacific pathways.. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
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  Pacific Waves 24 September 2026 23.09.2026 15min

  In Pacific Waves today: Pacific media summit underway in Fiji; NZ political parties lay out foreign policies; Pacific voters in NZ urged to look beyond political promises; An illegal homebrew operation busted in Solomon Islands; Samoa and Tonga secure netball world cup spots. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
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  Pacific Waves 23 September 2026 22.09.2026 16min

  In Pacific Waves today: Fiji media leader calls for stronger support for women journalists; Pacific roundup: Key stories from around the region; University students weigh in on MAPAS scheme debate. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
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  Pacific Waves 22 September 2026 21.09.2026 17min

  In Pacific Waves today: Second deadly boat incident in two months in PNG's East New Britain; Bougainville's long road to independence could get longer; Three Pacific sports teams qualify for world cup spots. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
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  Pacific Waves 19 September 2026 18.09.2026 17min

  In Pacific Waves today: Ashfall-hit communities in Vanuatu set for a major aid boost; How will benefit cuts and rent hikes affect Pacific in NZ? NRL Warriors under pressure as Pacific netball shines. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
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  Pacific Waves 18 September 2026 17.09.2026 17min

  In Pacific Waves today: Two men charged as Samoa-Vietnam murder investigation widens; Fiji's community urges govt to back HIV response with action; NZ Labour party promises visa-free travel for Pacific visitors. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
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  Pacific Waves 17 September 2026 17.09.2026 16min

  In Pacific Waves today: Fiji declares national HIV emergency; Fiji HIV crisis: Health expert calls for greater regional support; Vanuatu authorities seek charges over deadly MV Matui sinking. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
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  Pacific Waves 16 September 2026 15.09.2026 15min

  In Pacific Waves today: Pacific deep-sea mining debate comes under research spotlight; US says military presence at Penrhyn port is possible; Authorities condemn attack on Bougainville's Panguna mine site. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
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  Pacific Waves 15 September 2026 14.09.2026 15min

  In Pacific Waves today: Vanuatu investigates ferry disaster; Two siblings survive Vanuatu ferry incident; Auckland Airport cleaners struggle to make ends meet; Pacific teams compete in first-ever Oceania handball tournament. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
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  Pacific Waves 12 September 2026 11.09.2026 20min

  In Pacific Waves today: September 11 witness: 'I hope people become kinder'; Cabinet not consulted on NZ's PIF hosting offer; NZDF disposes 300 UXO's in Kiribati. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
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  Pacific Waves 11 September 2026 11.09.2026 16min

  In Pacific Waves today: Naoero opens embassy in Jerusalem; Graves of Cook Islander soldiers vandalised in Rarotonga; Cook Islands school children learn about ocean protection. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
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  Pacific Waves 10 September 2026 09.09.2026 16min

  In Pacific Waves today: Hurricane Lowell leaves trail of destruction in Hawaii; PNG's capital top cop gearing up for busy year ahead; New treaty between Aust and Solomon Islands on the horizon; New Pacific study explores bedtime habits. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
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  Pacific Waves 08 September 2026 07.09.2026 17min

  In Pacific Waves today: China may have influenced Sols PM motion challenge - journalist; Wellington's PNG community celebrate Tok Pisin language; How Facebook is shaping PNG sorcery debate - study; Three Pacific women celebrate major beauty pageant wins. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details