Susana Suisuiki
Ni-Vanuatu teachers strike continue one year on
Now to Vanuatu where 600 of the country's teachers have been involved in a year-long strike. Audio
Researchers unlock new secrets of early Pacific migration
Researchers from Otakou Whakaihu Waka or the University of Otago are helping to bring clarity to the great migration of early Pacific pioneers. Audio
Pacific Waves for 6 June 2025
PNG and Bougainville to hold talks at Burnham military camp; Samoan teacher pens children's book on cultural values; Pacific journos face increasing pressure; Black Ferns rugby player embraces Samoan… Audio
PNG and Bougainville to hold talks at Burnham camp
Talks between Papua New Guinea and Bougainville to decide on issues surrounding an independence referendum are to be held at Burnham military camp in Christchurch this weekend. Audio
Pacific Waves for 28 May 2025
Samoa's failed budget reading triggers snap election; Pacific peoples minister stands by 'growth' budget; Cook Islands declares dengue fever outbreak; Papua New Guinea's push to achieve 100 percent… Audio
Samoa's failed budget reading triggers snap election
Samoa's Parliament has been dissolved after Prime Minister Fiame Naomi Mataafa's government failed to pass its first budget reading. Audio
Pacific peoples minister stands by 'growth' budget
Pacific peoples minister stands by 'growth' budget. Audio
Pacific Waves for 27 May 2025
Questions remain over voting eligibity in New Caledonia; Locals near Manawanui sinking still seeking answers; Moana Pasifika regroup after brutal loss to Chiefs. Audio
Moana Pasifika regroup after brutal loss to Chiefs
There was one thing both Fa'alogo Tana Umaga and Ardie Savea agreed on about the Chiefs on Saturday night, after the side were thumped 85-7 by the Chiefs at the FMG Stadium in Hamilton. Audio
Pacific Waves for 24 May 2025
Current geopolitcal climate 'tough' for Pacific - Samoa PM; Experts weigh in on threats posed by ciguatera poisoning; Tech Week inspires Pacific youth to join tech industry; Moana Pasifika keeps… Audio
Pacific Waves for 23 May 2025
The Ministry for Pacific Peoples has seen massive cuts in New Zealand's latest budget, New Guinea Island is home to one of the world's most important remaing stands of tropical rainforest, A Pacific… Audio
Pacific Waves for 22 May 2025
Last month, award-winning Pasifika digital hub 'Coconet TV' released its feature film, 'First Place' a story that follows high school student, Victoria... the leader of St Gabriel's Samoan group who… Audio
'First Place' lead actress recalls Polyfest experience
Last month, award-winning Pasifika digital hub 'Coconet TV' released its feature film, 'First Place' a story that follows high school student, Victoria... the leader of St Gabriel's Samoan group who… Audio
Pacific Waves for 21 May 2025
PNG polio outbreak 'no cause for panic' - expert; Conflict in West Papua intensifies; New Cal's political future remains unclear; Tonga kava growers look for solutions. Audio
PNG polio outbreak 'no cause for panic' - expert
Earlier this week, the World Health Organisation declared a polio outbreak in Papua New Guinea calling for an immediate vaccination campaign. Audio
Pacific Waves for 20 May 2025
Fiji abuse survivor calls on new pope to adopt zero-tolerance policy; PNG declares polio outbreak; The "Cinderella" children being held as slaves in Auckland and Wellington; "Poly flair" adds spark to… Audio
Fiji abuse survivor calls on pope to adopt zero-tolerance
The survivors of those abused by priests are seeking accountability, calling on Pope Leo to adopt a zero-tolerance policy. Audio
Pacific Waves for 17 May 2025
This week marks a year since civil unrest erupted in Kanaky New Caledonia; PNG media council accusses PM of media suppression; Former Cooks PM role in mining company 'conflicting'; Luamanuvao Dame… Audio
Pacific Waves for 16 May 2025
Pacific parents react to Luxon's proposed social media ban; Auckland schools work to put an end to 'confession pages'; Pasifika rugby teams look to secure strong standings. Audio
Pasifika rugby teams look to secure strong standings
The Fijian Drua and Moana Pasifika are both in action again as the 14th round of the 2025 Super Rugby Pacific competition gets played out this weekend. Audio