Pacific
News in Samoan for 7 August 2025
The latest news in Samoan language (Gagana Samoa). Audio
Cook Islands tourism places strain on the environment
Rarotonga is as popular as it's ever been for tourists but with more people comes more strain on the environment and infrastructure. Caleb Fotheringham reports. Audio
Pacific News in French for 7 August 2025
The latest RNZ Pacific news in the French language (La Langue Française). Audio
Pacific Waves for 7 August 2025
NZ Prime Minister leads delegation for PNG's 50th celebrations; Unemployment figures increase for Pasifika in NZ; Palau backs Solomon Islands' move to defer PIF partner talks; Pasifika rugby players… Audio
NZ Prime Minister leads delegation for PNG's 50th celebrations
NZ Prime Minister leads delegation for PNG's 50th celebrations. Audio
Unemployment figures increase for Pasifika in NZ
Pasifika unemployment in New Zealand has risen another 1.2 points to 12.1 percent in the June 2025 quarter. Audio
Palau backs Solomon Islands' move to defer PIF partner talks
Palau backs Solomon Islands' move to defer PIF partner talks to 2026. Audio
Pasifika rugby players reportedly face restrictions
Rugby players of Pasefika heritage are reportedly being told they can't play for their home nations if they play in Aotearoa. Audio
News in Cook Islands Maori for 7 August 2025
The latest news in Cook Islands Maori (Te Reo Maori Kuki Airani) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
Auckland to host Pacific Championship test matches
Auckland will host a a cracking quartet of rugby league test matches later this year. The Jillaroos as well as Tonga and Samoa's men and women, come to town to contest the Pacific Championship… Audio
US starts seabed mineral talks with Cook Islands
The US says it has begun talks with the Cook Islands for research on seabed minerals exploration and development.
NZ Customs 'very concerned' about drug trade in the region
Drug use and trafficking is a major issue in the Pacific. Audio
Tonga to host Reds in pre-RWC qualifier warm-up
The 'Ikale Tahi will host the Queensland Reds at Te'ufaiva Park on 15 August ahead of their Pacific Nations Cup opener against the Manu Samoa.
News in Niuean for 6 August 2025
The latest news in Niuean language (Vagahau Niue) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
