Pacific Waves for Monday 17 March 2014

4:05 PM.Pacific countries still lag behind when its comes to gender equality in politics; It's hoped land disputes in Niue could soon be dealt with more quickly; Solomon Islands Prime Minister emphasises… Read more Audio

4:04 PM.More work needs to be done post-elections in the Pacific to ensure Pacific countries do not remain at the bottom globally for gender equality in politics. Audio

4:03 PM.It's hoped the recent appointment of land commissioners in Niue will help move land disputes through court more quickly. Audio

4:00 PM.The Fiji Olympic Committee is pleased at the decision to lift a ban on its athletes competing at the Commonwealth Games but faces a scramble to be ready in time, while team sports including sevens are… Read more Audio

6:04 AM.Solomon Islands Prime Minister emphasises governance reforms; Samoan New Zealand artist awarded 40,000 dollar artist's residency; Fiji farmers receive a boost for soil; Upset at Cook Islands' response… Read more Audio

6:03 AM.Solomon Islands Prime Minister identifies governance reforms as integral to the development of his country, particularly the rural communities. Audio

6:02 AM.New Zealand-born Samoan photographer Greg Semu awarded Creative New Zealand artist residency in Berlin. Audio

6:01 AM.Dalo farmers on Fiji's Taveuni island receive aid to boost soil quality and improve export production. Audio

6:00 AM.Cook Islands opposition party want to know why a Chinese vessel was let go despite the discovery of shark fins onboard. Audio