Pacific Waves for Friday 15 August 2025

6:04 AM.'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. Audio

6:03 AM.New Zealand's foreign minister Winston Peters is blaming nations that are not part of the Pacific Islands Forum for causing disagreements between members. Audio

6:01 AM.The King of Tonga, Tupou VI is being asked not to sign legislation that would end parliamentary control of two key ministries. Audio

6:00 AM.New Zealand-based Samoan director, Miki Magasiva's debut feature film "Tina" has pipped iconic Whale Rider at the box office to become the fifth most successful Kiwi film. Audio