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Pacific Waves

RNZ New Zealand

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.

Location:

Wellington, New Zealand

Description:

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.

Twitter:

@rnz_news

Language:

English

Contact:

P O Box 123, Wellington, New Zealand + 644 474 1437


Episodes
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Pacific Waves 13 May 2026

5/12/2026
In Pacific Waves today: Tonga police still on the search for suspect who threatened journalist; OFC Pro League a learning curve for PNG players; Thousands expected at Rotuma Day celebrations in Fiji. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Duration:00:19:48

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Pacific Waves 12 May 2026

5/11/2026
In Pacific Waves today: Rotuma language week underway in Aotearoa; Pacific leaders invoke regional security treaty amid global fuel crisis; Canes rack up big win against Moana in North Harbour. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Duration:00:16:33

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Pacific Waves 09 May 2026

5/11/2026
In Pacific Waves today: Abuse survivors boycott apology in Auckland; Former asylum-seeker detainees speak; The battle continues for Moana Pasifika. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Duration:00:23:04

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Pacific Waves 08 May 2026

5/11/2026
In Pacific Waves today: Solomon Islands PM ousted; RNZ Pacific Business Brief; OFC Pro League see South Island United and South Melbourne FC claim victories. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Duration:00:21:10

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Pacific Waves 07 May 2026

5/6/2026
In Pacific Waves today: Australia and Fiji to sign new bilateral agreement; Concerns BSA scrapping leaves marginalised communities exposed; Kanaloa Rugby accuse Moana owners of blocking purchase bid. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Duration:00:12:59

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Pacific Waves 06 May 2026

5/6/2026
In Pacific Waves today: Pacific fuel prices continue to soar; Niuean artist says music helped reconnect him with his roots; Final Round of OFC Pro League ready to roll in Auckland. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Duration:00:14:52

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Pacific Waves 05 May 2026

5/4/2026
In Pacific Waves today: Solomons PM confirms he will call parliament; Preliminary figures show low voter turnout in Niue; US seeking support for its trade-for-aid policy shift; Moana fall to Blues while Drua triumph over Highlanders. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Duration:00:12:57

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Pacific Waves 02 May 2026

5/4/2026
In Pacific Waves today: Court orders Solomons PM to call parliament; Vanuatu builds classroom from shipping container; Big Super Rugby Pacific weekend for Moana and Drua. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Duration:00:16:09

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Pacific Waves 01 May 2026

4/30/2026
In Pacific Waves today: US Coast Guard cancels search for missing Marianas crew; Logging exports in Papua New Guinea under scrutiny; Michael Jackson's Samoan choreographers proud of Pacific roots. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Duration:00:38:42

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Pacific Waves 29 April 2026

4/28/2026
In Pacific Waves today: Families of missing crew in CNMI holding out hope; New book aims to help child survivors of violence; PNG court clears way for Starlink entry. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Duration:00:16:39

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Pacific Waves 28 April 2026

4/28/2026
In Pacific Waves today: Calls for patience as Typhoon Sinlaku recovery continues; Solomons MP breaks opposition ranks and joins government; Indigenous voices at the UN in New York; Drua and Moana fall short in Christchurch. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Duration:00:16:30

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Pacific Waves 25 April 2026

4/28/2026
In Pacific Waves today: Donald Trump signs off on major disaster declaration for CNMI; Kiribati opposition file constitutional case against government; Bougainville environmentalist wins major international award; Women's Rugby on the rise in the Pacific. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Duration:00:16:49

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Pacific Waves 23 April 2026

4/24/2026
In Pacific Waves today: Fuel crisis deepens for Pacific nations; Bougainville MP urges PNG to make a call on independence push; Study finds rates of dementia 50 percent higher for Māori and Pasifika. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Duration:00:17:47

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Pacific Waves 22 April 2026

4/22/2026
In Pacific Waves today: Vakarisi family still in shock as police murder investigation continues; Calls for Trump to declare major disaster in CNMI; Election fever building in the Cook Islands. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Duration:00:14:32

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Pacific Waves 21 April 2026

4/20/2026
In Pacific Waves today: Clean up and recovery underway for CNMI and Guam; Confusion over PIF response to fuel crisis; Fijian Drua dedicate win to late ex-Fiji President. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Duration:00:17:44

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Pacific Waves 18 April 2026

4/17/2026
In Pacific Waves today: CNMI declared 'all clear' from Typhoon Sinlaku; Pacific Islands Forum invokes crisis declaration for fuel shortage; Pacific rugby group claims bid to buy Moana Pasifika rejected. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Duration:00:21:28

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Pacific Waves 16 April 2026

4/16/2026
In Pacific Waves today: Typhoon Sinlaku slowly weakening - US weather service Guam; Solomons PM ordered to face motion of no-confidence; ADB releases latest economic forecast for the Pacific. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Duration:00:14:20

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Pacific Waves 15 April 2026

4/14/2026
In Pacific Waves today: Typhoon Sinlaku lashing CNMI overnight; NZ and PNG to battle it out for 2027 FIFA world cup berth; Palau President says all partners welcome at leaders summit. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Duration:00:23:13

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Pacific Waves 14 April 2026

4/13/2026
In Pacific Waves today: CNMI braces for Super Typhoon Sinlaku; NZ Tokelau community celebrates 50th Easter festival; Samoa qualifies for the junior women's T20 cricket world cup. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Duration:00:15:59

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Pacific Waves 11 April 2026

4/13/2026
In Pacific Waves today: Just as the Pacific's official cyclone season was supposed to be nearing an end, tropical cyclone activity kicked off in a major way this week. Samoa's Opposition leader says he will appeal the acquittal of Prime Minister Laaulialemalietoa Leuatea Schmidt in a high-profile conspiracy case. With global conflicts putting strain on fuel supply chains, the Cook Islands government are providing extra welfare funding and free bus services. It's a big weekend for Pacific sport fans, with a whole host of events from Rugby to Football and even Cricket on across the region. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Duration:00:23:38