Sheridan Graham-Tupaea: Championing Pasifika Women in Rugby Commentary
On Politok, Scott Waide unpacks the story of Lynda Tabuya a private video meant for her husband ends up online. What does her case tell us about cyber intimidation in the Pacific?
Over on Nesian Footy, Sheridan Graham-Tupaea shares her pride in a new course for aspiring sports journalists run by Oceania Rugby and the ABC. It's a game-changer for Pacific storytelling.
And on Nesia Daily, Michael Chow and Jacob McQuire welcome a special guest to help launch this year's Pacific Break music competition live from Samoa.
Relax into your Sunday morning with two hours of the best stories from across the Pacific. Host, Kuntamari Crofts will take you on a Pacific Sundays journey, bringing you stories that will inspire, entertain and inform you.
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