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Focusing on the Pacific region, the program brings you interviews with leaders, newsmakers, and people who make the Pacific beat.

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Samoa's Prime Minister La'auli Schimdt says his government will draft legislation requiring Members of Parliament to undergo drug testing.

The Australian government has refused to release internal documents about Tuvalu's trust fund after an investigation by French international news agency AFP found that funds have been invested into fossil fuels.

Thousands of people have turned out at Dili's international airport to honour the late former president of Timor-Leste Francisco Guterres as his body was flown in from Malaysia.

A 100-metre cargo ship, suspected of being involved in transporting more than three tonnes of illicit drugs to Australia, has been intercepted by Solomon Islands authorities.

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Recent Guests

Kane Evans
Former NRL player who publicly came out as gay
Episode: Solomon Islands PM returns from relationship reset missions with AUS and NZ
Malone Wilson
Vice President of Youth Oceans, Oceanic Consortium for Engagement, Advocacy, and Networking in Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights
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Episode: Solomon Islands PM returns from relationship reset missions with AUS and NZ
Dr. Margot Whitfield
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Siva Gounden
Greenpeace's head of Pacific
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Episode: Volcanic pumice surrounds Manus Province islands
Helena Suisa
ABC Indonesia journalist
ABC Indonesia
Episode: West Papuan 'Pig Feast' documentary subject files police complaint against director
Yacinta Moewin
Indigenous community member featured in Pig Feast
Papua, Indonesia
Episode: West Papuan 'Pig Feast' documentary subject files police complaint against director
Dandilak Sonar
Director of Pig Feast
Pig Feast film project
Episode: West Papuan 'Pig Feast' documentary subject files police complaint against director
Esau Kahol
Nephew of Yacinta Moewin
West Papua family
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Oliver Nobutau
Director of the Pacific Islands Program at the Lowy Institute
Lowy Institute
Episode: Solomon Islands and Australia to negotiate a security deal after leaders talk

Hosts

Richard Ewart
Host featured across multiple Pacific Beat iterations.
Kyle Evans
Co-host mentioned during the program; multiple entries indicate a central role.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 65 ratings
  • Brilliant presenter

    Love this show, so insightful!

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    Cat_Run_Run
    Australia2 years ago
  • Great show!

    I love Aggie!

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    storytime1982
    Australia3 years ago
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    Do we need anything for the kids and we can get a few more things to get back together for a little while back to get back together and get back to work together for yyytyttt

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    Australia3 years ago
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    Apple Podcasts
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    her bad
    Australia3 years ago
  • Thank you

    We appreciate what your doing...thank you for keeping us informed...thank you very much and keep this going please

    Apple Podcasts
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    Micronesians
    United States16 years ago

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Positive remarks about timely updates and credible context on Pacific affairs.
Listeners praise clear, insightful regional coverage and strong host presence.
Some feedback notes high engagement but requests for more on-the-ground voices.
Fans enjoy varied guest lineups and the mix of news and analysis.

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Fiji's Environment Ministry slams waste project's environmental impact assessment
Q: What does this mean for the project going forward?
The rejection is a major hurdle but not necessarily the end; the proponent can appeal the decision, potentially before an environmental tribunal, and if successful, the ministry could also appeal, possibly escalating to the high court.
Constitutional crisis in Chuuk as two men claim governorship
Q: What is the role of the parliamentary and court system in resolving this dispute?
The experts suggest that the matter could end up in FSM national courts or Chuuk State Supreme Court, depending on jurisdiction readings of the Constitution and election law, making a decisive resolution dependent on which court takes up the case.
Constitutional crisis in Chuuk as two men claim governorship
Q: Is the swearing-in seen as legitimate, and who is considered governor at this point?
There are conflicting signals on the ground, with swearing-in claims and ongoing court challenges leaving the situation unresolved and contested by both sides.
PNG Chiefs likely sign NRL stars, but club stays silent
Q: What's the status of the PNG Chiefs' signings and how are officials responding?
Officials have not formally confirmed any deals yet, but there is mounting media chatter and expectations of announcements soon, with some players posting hints on social media.
Jone Vakarisi's death in Fijian military custody classified as a murder
Q: What are the immediate legal implications of designating Vakarisi's death as a murder?
Officials indicate that the designation will trigger formal investigations and potential suspects in custody, while emphasizing ongoing due process and legal procedures.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pacific Beat

What is Pacific Beat about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show focuses on Pacific region news, governance, security, development, and culture, mixing on-the-ground reporting with expert analysis. Episodes frequently cover Solomon Islands politics, Fiji security dynamics, PNG policy and sports governance, climate-related migration, and regional diplomacy, often weaving in NGO and academic perspectives alongside political commentary. Listeners can expect a steady stream of timely regional updates, insightful interviews with ministers, journalists, and subject-matter experts, and a pulse on how regional developments affect communities across the Pacific. A notable strength is the blend of politics, policy, and human-interest stories, plus sport and cultural angles that broaden appeal for professi... more

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2. Malone Wilson
3. Dr. Margot Whitfield
4. Siva Gounden
5. Helena Suisa
6. Yacinta Moewin
7. Dandilak Sonar
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