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The chairperson of Transparency Solomon Islands says many politicians have lost sight of the people who vote for them, with the period immediately following elections described as being the critical… Audio

The Secretary-General of the Pacific Islands Forum says the organisation remains the premier regional grouping, but must keep evolving to stay relevant. Audio

ASB's action this week over pre-approved home loans have once again put the spotlight on new rules for low deposit lenders, and the political debate about housing affordability. Audio

Watchdog group in Fiji explains its policy of not publicly questioning the government on corruption-related issues. Audio

A desire for tighter border control in the Pacific has led to the first step towards re-establishing ties between the New Zealand police and their Fiji counterparts. Audio

On Sunday David Cunliffe finally got the job he's always wanted. Our political reporter, Chris Bramwell, looks back at Mr Cunliffe's first week as Labour Party leader, and considers what lies ahead. Audio

Australia has elected a new government, with the Coalition Cabinet expected to be sworn in early next week. The election campaign was marked by arguments over public finances, the economy and boat… Audio

The Government's been accused of keeping New Zealanders in the dark with what it knows about the chemical weapons attack in Syria, and its likely response. Audio

Pacific leaders launch a declaration to take leadership on climate change. Audio

New Zealand's Foreign Minister, Murray McCully, says the release of Fiji's constitution is part of much practical progress in Fiji towards elections. Audio

A Marshall Islands cabinet minister says the next five years will be the key to protecting Pacific islands from rising sea levels. Audio

An expert in electoral systems in the region says the new system planned for Fiji is a radical change from the past and will be a challenge for the country. Audio

The three Labour leadership contenders are heading into a 10 day stretch of husting meetings to try to convince party and union members to support them for the top job. Audio

David Shearer's sudden resignation has led to a flurry of speculation over who will take over. Our political reporter, Chris Bramwell, looks at the fall of Mr Shearer and those in the running for the… Audio

The governing National Party is now starting to look at what new ideas it can present to the electorate, as it eyes a third term in office. Audio

This week the Government has been battling the fall-out from the Fonterra contamination scare. Audio

The head of the Secretariat for the Pacific Community says there is a role for the new Fiji-led regional body because it has a different focus from other regional groups. Audio

A senior advisor in Indonesia's government sheds some light on Jakarta's policy towards Papua region, and addresses claims of ongoing military abuses in the region. Audio

The Prime Minister remained defiant this week despite evidence emerging his office had pressured the Parliamentary Service to release phone records to the inquiry into the leak of the Kitteridge… Audio

The Government now has the numbers to pass its planned law change to allow the GCSB to spy on New Zealanders. Audio

Before Parliament went into its two-week recess the Labour Party leader, David Shearer, faced criticism over his handling of the party's proposal to allow only women candidates in some seats. Audio

Controversial Vanuatu diplomat denies a claim by Foreign Minister Edward Natapei that he is no longer Honorary Consul to Vietnam. Audio

The next major phase of the Government's welfare reforms comes into force on Monday. Audio

The head of the Culture and Tourism division in the Autonomous Bougainville Government believes the Papua New Guinea province will become one of the must-see destinations for adventure travellers in… Audio

At next year's election the Maori Party will have a completely new leadership team in place, following the announcement this week by one of its founding co-leaders, Pita Sharples, that he will stand… Audio