Podcast
Pacific Waves
Hosted by RNZ · EN
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.
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Pacific Waves 04 August 2026
4d ago00:16:37Tap to summarizeIn Pacific Waves today: Fiji's ex-Deputy Prime Minister Manoa Kamikamica has been acquitted of corruption charges; The women changing Pacific politics; Australia overtakes China as Pacific's biggest aid donor - report; Pacific actors take the lead on a new TV series. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Transcribe →Pacific Waves 01 August 2026
1w ago00:20:03Tap to summarizeIn Pacific Waves today: Manu Samoa rugby appeals to govt to resolve issues; NZ govt promises to lift living standards for RSE workers; Pacific athletes continue to haul in more medals in Glasgow. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Transcribe →Pacific Waves 31 July 2026
1w ago00:16:26Tap to summarizeIn Pacific Waves today: Vanuatu Bislama language celebrated in NZ; PNG authorities continue search of missing people; Solomon Islands media access to gold mine incident info 'difficult'. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Transcribe →Pacific Waves 30 July 2026
1w ago00:17:36Tap to summarizeIn Pacific Waves today: One person confirmed dead at Solomon Islands gold mine; Fiji conjoined twins prepare for separation surgery; Indonesian govt silencing Papuan activists - report; Pasifika athletes shine at the Commonwealth games. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Transcribe →Pacific Waves 29 July 2026
1w ago00:24:32Tap to summarizeIn Pacific Waves today: Torres Strait elders challenge climate ruling decision; Are there too many security alliances in the Pacific? Samoan content creator becomes breakout star in Moana movie. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Transcribe →Pacific Waves 28 July 2026
2w ago00:19:29Tap to summarizeIn Pacific Waves today: Pacific health leader appointed top role at World Obesity Federation; Last of Tonga prisoner escapees recaptured; PNG authorities managing separate cases of missing people at sea; PNG claims Pacific's first medal at Commonwealth games. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Transcribe →Pacific Waves 25 July 2026
2w ago00:18:28Tap to summarizeIn Pacific Waves today: Fiji working on diaspora policy to encourage investment; Tuvalu works with Sea Shepherd to nab illegal fishers; Eleven Pacific teams at Commonwealth Games. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Transcribe →Pacific Waves 24 July 2026
2w ago00:16:25Tap to summarizeIn Pacific Waves today: Victims of match-making scam in China warn others to steer clear; Tonga police issue bounty for information on two fugitives; Corruptions charges against ex-head of Fiji public prosecutions dropped. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Transcribe →Pacific Waves 23 July 2026
2w ago00:17:37Tap to summarizeIn Pacific Waves today: PNG's East New Britain province devastated by unfolding maritime tragedy; Nursing researcher explores indigenous healthcare in the US; NZ Labour MP looks to fix country's remittances system. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Transcribe →Pacific Waves 22 July 2026
2w ago00:11:31Tap to summarizeIn Pacific Waves today: Concern mounting in PNG for dozens of people missing at sea; Former Fiji public servant fearful after leaked allegations go viral; Volcanic ash cloud disrupts air travel in Vanuatu. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
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