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Today on Pacific Waves: ESNZ released this seasons cyclone outlook; climate change is exposing WWII explosives in the Pacific Islands, and a Samoan dancer challenges HipHop conventions. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

On Pacific Waves today: Fijis acting Attorney General resigns after a sex tape scandal; in New Zealand, many Pacific households face a bleak economic reality; and that was also one of many issues debated by candidates in Mangere. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

On Pacific Waves today: Pacific people are more likely to end up in Kiwi hospitals with respiratory illness; at least eight are dead after signs of a massacre by police at PNG's Porgera gold mine; and we hear what the future of renewable energy could look like. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

On Pacific Waves today: Pacific media appreciate access to climate conversations at PRECOP; A Samoan-Māori rapper channels Pacific identity in new music; And find out how your little ones can celebrate Fijian language week. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Pacific leaders are frustrated with repetitive climate finance discussions; What does independence look like for French Polynesia? The US accuses a Chinese businessman in Fiji of corruption; NZ Rugby seeks a high court injunction against a PNG league club. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: How does climate change affect the Pacific workforce? Cracks in Fiji's coalition over plans for national referendum; Fijian language week is celebrated in Aotearoa; Pacific teams announce Rugby League World Cup squads. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: PNG small businesses call for more support; Samoa strongman team claims four medals; NZ Labour foreign spokesperson promises to increase aid; Nelson Tasman's Pasifika community set to celebrate a first. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Samoa's PM apologises for Nazi gesture in 2007 video; Greenpeace calls on Australia to step up climate efforts; Pacific editor launches region’s first fact-checking website. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Samoa's media watchdog demands answers from PM; Pacific women want a bigger say in climate decisions; NZ rugby Chiefs seek resolution over PNG team name; Pacific youth challenge parties over gambling harm. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Fiji prosecutors respond missing cocaine from court; Fiji lawyer raises questions after cocaine goes missing; Solomon Islands vows to strengthen human rights at UNGA. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Naoero withdraws from the International Criminal Court; Health expert warns El Niño could fuel sorcery accusation-related violence cases in PNG; How Pacific newsrooms are covering the rise in illicit drugs. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Mother in remote PNG area survives difficult birth; Life expectancy in the Pacific rising but still lagging - report; Pacific leaders urge for more global action on climate issues. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Vanuatu honours lives lost in MV Matui tragedy; Pacific leaders renew calls for UN access to West Papua; First US deep-sea mining lawsuit filed over American Samoa plans; PINA president calls for greater support for Pacific newsrooms. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Pacific media leaders call for stronger support across the region; Vanuatu joins global push to protect children from climate crisis; The Pacific faces a renewed threat from measles. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Naoero, Palau take Pacific issues to UN Assembly; NZ study highlights the impact of nurse understaffing; Pacific maritime safety under scrutiny amid deadly incidents; First Samoan astrophysicist speaks up for Pacific pathways.. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details