Susana Suisuiki

The British monarchy's legacy is in the spotlight as small island nations grapple with the impacts of colonialism and slavery alongside CHOGM opening ceremony. Audio

A photography exhibition has been launched as a CHOGM side event capturing the experiences of Pacific people grappling with the effects of the climate crisis. Audio

World leaders who represent member countries of the Commonwealth have descended into Samoa for the 27th Commonwealth Heads of government meeting or CHOGM. RNZ Pacific's Susana Suisuiki is in Apia. Audio

Pacific Island nations are gearing up for leaders to grapple with big issues like climate change at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (21/10) in Samoa. Audio

The 27th Commonwealth heads of government meeting is underway in Samoa. Audio

Samoa's prime minister Fiame Naomi Mataafa speaks about the significance of hosting Commonwealth leaders in the Pacific. Audio

Samoa set to host 56 country representatives for the 27th Commonwealth Heads of Government meeting (CHOGM) under the theme 'One Resilient Common Future: Transforming our Commonwealth'. Audio

Samoan citizenship bill makes progress; Auckland community leader confirms foodbank closure; Bougainville cocoa boom - an aid success story. Audio

Tonga still to announce who is heading key ministries; Cook Islands robotics team celebrate global feat; New bilingual book explores Fiji's rich culture. Audio

Despite Fiji being one of the largest Pacific island nations, there's seemingly a lack of good books about the country in print. Audio

Samoa and NZ authorities focus on vessel clean up; CHOGM media restrictions concerning; Fewer cyclones predicted for Pacific - NIWA; Opera concert in Britain celebrates Samoa's history. Audio

Divers who have surveyed the New Zealand naval ship which sank off Samoa say it's damaged but stable - and the fuel tanks are intact. Audio

Dead turtles spotted following HMNZS sinking in Samoa; Fiji's defence minister addresses country's crippling issues; Commonwealth expected to adopt ocean declaration. Audio

A panel of experts will discuss the urgent need for action on the global goal to protect 30 percent of the ocean by 2030 at the upcoming Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM). Audio

Sunken HMNZS ship potentially disastrous for Samoa tourism; Maori and Pacific families need better housing solutions - researcher; Guam kingfisher takes flight again after near extinction. Audio

A Pacific researcher is seeking better solutions for Maori and Pacific whanau to live in healthy, sustainable and affordable homes. Audio

Former Sols premier argues charges against him; Keep long-range missles out of the Pacific - defence ministers; Cook Islands local group fight to save Muri lagoon; 'Hell of a battle' set for NRL grand… Audio

Mixed reaction over France's PM handling of NCAL crisis; 'Dawn Raids' the play makes its debut in Wellington; Over 3000 athletes prepare for the Cook Islands Games Audio

Celebrating its 30th year, theatre collective group 'Pacific Underground' will showcase its widely-acclaimed production of Dawn Raids, to the Wellington Opera House this month. Audio