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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Weeknights at 9.45pm on RNZ National and weeknights 6.00am on RNZ Pacific

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Pacific Waves 06 February 2026

In Pacific Waves today: Indigenous Pacific leaders unite at Waitangi; Kanaka Maoli stand in solidarity with Māori at Waitangi; NZ politicians react to Pasifika unemployment stats; Parts of PNG experiencing outbreaks of the flu.
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Manuhiri from across the motu descend onto Te Tii Marae for Waitangi commemorations. (Waitangi 2026)

Pacific Waves 05 February 2026

In Pacific Waves today: Blaming New Zealand government for unemployment 'unhelpful' - analyst; Fiji academic says court ruling 'embarrassed' Fiji PM; Niuean athlete makes his mark in OFC pro league.
Jobseeker support. Benefit. Beneficiaries. Work and Income.

Pacific Waves 04 February 2026

In Pacific Waves today: Cook Islands warns visitors to take dengue precautions; UNHRC reviews Micronesian states' rights records; First full immersion Te Reo Maori Kuki Airani for Rarotonga; More coaching drama in the OFC Pro League.
Experts say climate change will create more areas where mosquitoes can spread dengue virus.

Pacific Waves 03 February 2026

In Pacific Waves today: Former Fiji anti-corruption head 'vindicated' after court ruling; Tonga's new govt reveals first 100-day plan; Fiji 7s men team defend Singapore title.
Barbara Malimali says she wants to be able to protect Fiji from corrupt public officials. (X: Fiji Women)

Pacific Waves 31 January 2026

In Pacific Waves today: NZ's Pacific ministry releases new strategy amid cuts; New documentary series spotlights Niue people; Pacific sports wrap with Iliesa Tora.
Cook Islands community at Cook Island language week 2020 launch

Pacific Waves 29 January 2026

In Pacific Waves today: New Zealand govt scraps new Pacific worker pathways; Fiji judge in talks with the government amid corruption allegations; Reggae legends UB40 launch Pacific tour in Tonga.
Robin Campbell - founding member of the reggae-pop band UB40

Pacific Waves 28 January 2026

In Pacific Waves today: Samoan playwright found dead in jail; US President delivers on WHO withdrawal promise; Pasifika gym franchise turns fitness into a family affair; New Zealand government scraps Tokelau airport project.
Samoa author Sia Figiel

Pacific Waves 27 January 2026

In Pacific Waves today: Steady going for Vanuatu citizenship sales despite setbacks; Four years on since the day Tonga went 'black'; Moana Pasifika welcomes newbies ahead of Super Rugby season.
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