Abstract
This study investigates the realization of informational focus in Drehu, an Oceanic language from New Caledonia. Stress in Drehu has informally been described as being demarcative and always falling on the first syllable of words. Our analysis of post-lexical accentuation shows a tendency for salient cues
to be realized on a phrasal level. Results show a preference for marking the right edge with longer acoustic duration of final syllables and more extreme pitch movements. This evidence stands in contrast with the stress pattern reported in the literature and suggests a more detailed investigation of stress realization
in Drehu is needed.