In Pacific Waves today: Samoa general elections now closed; Fiji social services urges unity among faith communities; Bougainville's quest for independence remains top issue; NZ school choir competition embraces diverse languages.

In Pacific Waves today: Alcohol ban comes into effect for Samoa polling day; Canadian group closer to mining in international waters; Fiji facing kava shortage as a result of infected crops; Demand for seasonal workers slowing down.

In Pacific Waves today: With pre-polling in Samoa now over... more than 500 police officers are gearing up to support election officials in the main polls later this week; There are concerns in the Cook Islands that deep sea mining companies public engagement's and sponsored community initiatives are being used to try and sway public opinion in favour of the emerging industry; The President of Bougainville, Ishmael Toroama, says he's not feeling the pressure as he seeks a second, five year, term in office; And finishing up with some sport Manusina Samoa's Keilamarita Pouri-Lane is not the only one in her family playing at the women's Rugby World Cup in England.

In Pacific Waves today: Marshall Islands parliament goes up in flames; Economists assess PNG's economy over 50 years; Samoa citizens get ready to cast their votes; Bougainville election soon approaching.

In Pacific Waves today: Mixed views on Samoa's leadership ahead of polling day; Report calls for stronger ties between NZ and the Pacific; Tough start for Pacific teams in women's rugby world cup.

In Pacific Waves today: Legacy of Pacific musicians remembered at awards; Fiji hub helping businesses become investment-ready; Rugby rivals Tonga and Samoa prepare for battle.

In Pacific Waves today: Tonga's former AG backing monarchy for diplomacy control; Cook Islands govt considering exploration extension; Faith-driven boxer set to represent Samoa in Liverpool.

In Pacific Waves today: NZ and Pacific police face similar challenges - commissioner; PNG preparing to mark 50 years independence; Samoan restaurant a hit among NZ cuisine judges.

In Pacific Waves today: Solomon Islands government to raise legal marriage age; Narco-subs going undetected in the Pacific; Potential reforms to Auckland's alcohol policy seen as a setback; NRL player switches allegiance to Samoa.

In Pacific Waves today: My Tongan language keeps me grounded - Dr Suliana Mone; Palau president bemoans exclusion of PIF partners; From the classroom to Bougainville parliament.

In Pacific Waves today: 'Outsiders' are to blame for PIF tensions - NZ foreign minister; New bill gives Tonga's King control over diplomacy; Samoan director celebrates debut feature film success.

In Pacific Waves today: Samoa backs Solomon Islands' plan to defer partners meeting; Media reports of meeting deferral 'unfortunate' - former PIF director; Cook Islands and US sign agreement on seabed minerals.

In Pacific Waves today: US court ignores White House orders on commercial fishing; Pacific youth discuss climate loss in Samoa; Pacific rugby takes centre stage again.

In Pacific Waves today: Pasifika in NZ struggling with housing affordability - youth advocate; Pasifika lacking timely care following heart attack - health leader; Mother and son standing again in Bougainville election.

In Pacific Waves today: Pacific health systems 'stretched' amid dengue outbreak - WHO; Fiji's top prosecutor claims charges are bogus; What's ahead for Bougainville in its quest for independence; 'Art can be lifesaving' - Tongan creative Luca Walton.