Dateline Pacific evening edition for 12 October 2016

Samoa's largest employer is to close its doors next year leaving hundreds without jobs; Tonga's prime minister is criticised for making poor excuses for government failures; Half of Manus Island detainees are taking medication for their mental health; A rare shark attack in Papua New Guinea prompts a mercy helicopter dash; The first Papua New Guinea cardinal says the Pope is looking to the developing world; Two Fijian referees are selected for the upcoming World Sevens Series.