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.

Presented by Susana Suisuiki

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Pacific Waves for 01 March 2025

In Pacific Waves today: Green MP eyes visa waiver access for Pacific countries; NZ/Aus need to 'step up' to fill gaps left by USAID cuts - expert; New AI volcano forecasting tool potentially lifesaving.
Green Party MP Teanau Tuiono addresses parliament during the third and final reading of his private members Citizenship (Western Samoa) (Restoration) Amendment Bill). 20 November 2024

Pacific Waves for 28 February 2025

In Pacific Waves today: Relatives of a slain police officer in Papua New Guinea block the highlands highway in protest; US bird flu epidemic causes egg shortage in the Northern Marianas; A PNG academic says there's no chance the government can achieve its aim of getting all citizens a National ID card in time for this year's 50th Independence anniversary celebration.
Shirley's Coffee Shop general manager Maro Dela Torre said the recent rise in egg prices has significantly impacted the restaurant and has driven up food costs.

Pacific Waves for 27 February 2025

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.
A group of women supporting the no-confidence motion against the Prime Minister and his Cabinet with their banners outside Parliament yesterday. TALAIA MIKA

Pacific Waves for 26 February 2025

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.
The category 1 system is expected to intensify into a category 2 system overnight.

Pacific Waves for 25 February 2025

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.
Left to right: FAST Party chairman Laauli Leuatea Schmidt, Prime Ministers Fiame, Fiame Naomi Mata'afa, opposition leader Tuilaepa Sa'ilele Malielegaoi.

Pacific Waves for 22 February 2025

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.
Samoa's Prime Minister, Fiame Naomi Mataafa and the leader of the HRPP Tuilaepa Dr Sailele Malielegaoi

Pacific Waves for 21 February 2025

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.
NZ film 'Tinā' tells Samoan teacher's moving story after loss in CHCH earthquake

Pacific Waves for 20 February 2025

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.
The rainbow pedestrian crossing on Gisborne's main street has been reinstated after it was painted over in protest by Destiny Church members.

Pacific Waves for 19 February 2025

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.
Cook Islanders marching in the capital, Avarua, in Rarotonga. 18 February 2025

Pacific Waves for 18 February 2025

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.
Papua New Guinea is reeling after the separate killings of two women in acts of extreme violence last week.

Pacific Waves for 15 February 2025

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.
The rates of child poverty have got worse since the 1980s.

Pacific Waves for 14 February 2025

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.
Jerry Brunt (Photo: Junior S. Ami)

Pacific Waves for 13 February 2025

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.
Prime Minister Mark Brown will undertake a state visit to China from 10 – 14 February, reinforcing the Cook Islands’ commitment to diversified international partnerships that support national development.

Pacific Waves for 12 February 2025

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.
Vanuatu Foreign Minister Jotham Napat at UN ICJ Climate Kava ceremony in Port Vila.

Pacific Waves for 11 February 2025

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.
The 2025 Miss Pacific Islands Pageant contestants with 2024 Miss Pacific Islands Moemoana Safato'a Schwenke (front, second left) in Honiara. 2 February 2025

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