Pacific Waves for Friday 29 August 2025

6:04 AM.Alcohol ban comes into effect for Samoa polling day; Canadian group closer to mining in international waters; Fiji facing kava shortages; Demand for seasonal workers slowing down. Audio

6:03 AM.While pre-polling across Samoa has closed more than 500 police officers are gearing up to support election officials at the ballots this Friday. Audio

6:02 AM.New information shows Canadian mining group The Metals Company or TMC is a step closer to deep sea mining in international waters under controversial US laws. Audio

6:01 AM.Fiji is facing a kava shortage caused by both disease infecting crops and an increase in overseas demand. Audio

6:00 AM.Pacific leaders are considering New Zealand's responsibility in helping support their people returning home after working under the Recognised Seasonal Employer scheme. Audio