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.
Pacific Waves
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4.7(24 reviews)
1,881 episodes
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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.
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Publishing Since
5/5/2023
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Recent Episodes
June 2, 2026
Pacific Waves 03 June 2026
<p>In Pacific Waves today: Criminologist says complex solution required for Pacific drug crisis; New water and sanitation project in Melanesia; PNG warned to prepare for adverse El Nino impacts. </p><p><a href="https://www.rnz.co.nz/podcast/datelinepacific?share=e0896315-8e7b-4533-a5b7-b0570661e340">Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details</a></p>
June 2, 2026
Pacific Waves 02 June 2026
<p>In Pacific Waves today: Samoa language week starts in churches across Aotearoa; 12 Pasifika leaders named in NZ Kings Birthday Honours; Samoa PM says youths are being 'used' by drug cartels; Moana pip Brumbies to end 2026 season on a high. </p><p><a href="https://www.rnz.co.nz/podcast/datelinepacific?share=d06de33b-0d21-4778-a8ba-75211ceb62f2">Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details</a></p>
June 2, 2026
Pacific Waves 30 May 2026
<p>In Pacific Waves today: Auckland FC goal scorer embraces Samoan roots; Budget 2026: Underwhelming on Pasifika policy; Welcome boost for NZ aid to the Pacific. </p><p><a href="https://www.rnz.co.nz/podcast/datelinepacific?share=5509a606-53f5-4067-981b-b0854ee51825">Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details</a></p>
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This podcast is available on 10 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
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