Pacific Waves 04 November 2026

In Pacific Waves today: Expedition uncovers thriving marine life in Marshall Islands; Māori and Pacific health pioneer remembered; World's largest tuna fishery appoints new boss. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: US projections warn of a shrinking Pacific population; US skips global climate summit; Solomon Islands lullaby behind global hit goes unpaid. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: COP31 comes as severe drought hits Pacific due to El Niño; Pacific exhibition challenges world leaders on climate action; Pacific rugby league players urge for fair treatment. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: NZ election results hang in the balance; Pacific water security and resilience being tested; Pacific teams bow out of the rugby league world cup. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: UN highlights human rights challenges facing Pacific women; A historic win for Tongan representation in US politics; Four Pacific teams chase rugby league world cup glory. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Pacific watches US political shift after midterm elections; Kiribati minister calls for changes to climate funding system; Climate debt puts millions of children's futures at risk. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Tuvalu passes new public health law; Pacific support for Israel draws mixed reactions; Timor-Leste's history brought to life through new music. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Fiji PM extends consultation on constitutional reform; Bougainville reflects on the legacy of self-proclaimed king; The issues likely to influence Pasifika voters in NZ election. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: New Pacific health clinic opens its doors in Wellington; Four Pacific teams advance to rugby league world cup semifinals; Pacific pride on show after Tonga-Samoa showdown. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Are Pasifika voices being heard in NZ politics? World Cup rivalry sparks excitement across South Auckland; Beyond the World Cup: calls for annual Tonga-Samoa series; Pacific stories making headlines in the region. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details