Susana Suisuiki
Pacific Waves for 11 June 2025
L.A protests show no signs of slowing down - Pasifika journo; Bougainville independence talks underway in Christchurch; NZ govt's new visa excludes Pacific - Green Party MP. Audio
L.A protests show no signs of slowing down - Pasifika journo
It's a showdown that political analysts say that the 'White House' has been waiting for. Audio
NZ govt's new visa excludes Pacific - Green Party MP
The New Zealand government recently announced a new 'Parent Boost' visa which they say will bring families together. Audio
Pacific Waves for 10 June 2025
New report reveals 2024 as the 'hottest year' on record; Aid organisations help farmers in PNG's Sepik get ahead; Corporate companies adopt Samoan cultural attire. Audio
Pacific Waves for 7 June 2025
Samoa's early election date confirmed; Ship in Fiji's harbour capsizes after removal; Ni-Vanuatu teachers strike continue one year on; Researchers unlock new secrets of early Pacific migration. Audio
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