Pacific Beat

Bougainvilleans voted overwhelmingly for independence from PNG in a non-binding referendum in 2019, but it has yet to be ratified in PNG's parliament.

Duration:00:12:30

Campaigners in NZ rally to get Samoans to support historic citizenship bill

The bill would grant New Zealand citizenship to people born in what was known as Western Samoa who were entitled to citizenship but were denied it due to a law change in 1982.

Duration:00:11:07

Commodity boom for PNG welcome news for the country, economist says

The PNG government says it's looking at $2 billion in earnings from cash crops thanks to high global prices for cocoa.

Duration:00:06:30

Violence against children increasing in Pacific - Save the Children

Tune in each morning and afternoon to keep-up-to-date on the happenings in the Pacific.

Duration:00:09:51

New Solomon Islands PM warned independent MPs may be 'wolves in sheep's clothing'

As Solomon Islands' new Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele begins his first week in office, all eyes will be on how the first-time PM will fare.

Duration:00:11:38

Palau inks security partnership with Guam

The partnership will enhance security operations between the Micronesian states and shore up Palau's disaster response capabilities.

Duration:00:04:00

Kiribati treatment of Australian judge raises concerns for UN top human rights expert

It comes after a government appointed tribunal report recommended the dismissal of suspended judge, David Lambourne.

Duration:00:08:07

Advocates seek to reform abortion laws in Pacific, as sexual assault victims speak out

Many women risk jail to terminate a pregnancy; some face even greater dangers.

Duration:00:03:51

Silktails on a sharp learning curve, as they target the Eels in Lautoka for their first win in Jersey Flegg Cup competition

Eight games in to their debut Jersey Flegg Cup season, and the Kaiviti Silktails are still winless, but they're hopeful they can topple the second bottom Eels in Lautoka.

Duration:00:06:35

Could Europe be the next stop for Solomon Islands' Ileen Pegi after her switch to New Caledonia's top club?

Solomon Islands' captain Ileen Pegi believes she has the talent to use her move to Noumea as a springboard to play soccer in Europe.

Duration:00:06:12

All-expenses trip to fight in Russia for Papua New Guinea team a no-brainer, boxing union president says

PNG's boxing team has been invited to compete at the World Friendship Games in Russia later this year, and union president Dr Gideon Kendino says it could open the way to the professional ranks for his best fighters.

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Disappointed but proud, Vanuatu's women cricketers find the going tough at T20 World Cup qualifier

Results have disappointed, but skipper Selina Solman says mixing it with higher ranked teams is the only way Vanuatu cricketers can raise their game on the world stage.

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Tongan fans expected to turn out in force as Moana Pasifika bring Super Rugby to Nuku'alofa for the first time

There will be plenty of emotion when Moana Pasifika takes to the field at Teufaiva Stadium for the very first time, but it's points that are important as the side presses for a finals place.

Duration:00:11:22

Historic weekend ahead for Moana Pasifika as they bring Super Rugby Pacific to Nuku'alofa for the first time

Moana Pasifika's Man of the Year, Solomone Funaki, believes the crowd can lift the team over the line against the Highlanders in Nuku'alofa

Duration:00:43:49

Solomon Islands parliament to decide new PM today

Tune in each morning and afternoon to keep-up-to-date on the happenings in the Pacific.

Duration:00:51:22

Youth unemployment a concern for Pacific economies, report says

A recent International Labour Organisation report highlights concerns about youth unemployment, while the total unemployment in the Pacific region has returned to pre-pandemic levels.

Duration:00:11:44

What you should know about Australia's new Pacific Engagement Visa

The Pacific Engagement Visa will be based on an online ballot and will allow up to 3,000 eligible Pacific Islanders annually to live and work in Australia.

Duration:00:08:28

Hawai'i the first US state to pass Gaza ceasefire resolution

Hawaii's state house on Monday voted to approve a resolution calling for a permanent and immediate ceasefire in Gaza - the first American state to do so.

Duration:00:07:58

Fiji ex-PM Frank Bainimarama makes last-ditch legal bid to avert jail time

The High Court is expected to rule on an appeal on his sentence in Suva later today.

Duration:00:07:40

Solomon Islands MPs to today decide new PM