TalanoaWorld War 2 Pacific Island coastwatchers recognisedCoastwatchers played an important role in the defence of the Pacific in World War II.18 Sep 07:50 PM
New ZealandFaith healer said massages were on God’s instruction, but jury told they were sexually motivatedNga Teiri gave 'unblocking' massages that prosecutors say were sexually motivated.16 Aug 08:00 AM
TalanoaRotorua's Cook Islands shop embraces language week celebrations"I looked around and saw none of our food. It gave me the passion."03 Aug 11:45 PM
TalanoaCook Islands Māori in decline as English language dominates in NZCook Islanders' knowledge of their native tongue is waning.03 Aug 09:35 PM
TalanoaAku Yanga reconnects NZ-born Cook Islanders to their heritageAku Yanga coincides with Cook Islands Language Week.31 Jul 10:45 PM
TalanoaSunny skies forecast for last day of PolyfestThe venue is packed-out for the final day of the hugely successful Polyfest 2023.10 Mar 09:35 PM
TalanoaPolyfest food stall holders happy to be back in businessThe secret to great Cook Island cuisine? It's all in the hands - and heart.09 Mar 02:38 AM
New ZealandPasifika Fusion festival to provide hope for Cyclone Gabrielle-hit communityPasifika people experience many cyclones in their home countries.21 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘A very big heart’: Children’s tribute to mum who died a hero saving daughterSon says Memory Peu died as she lived her life, always putting others' needs first.05 Jan 11:39 PM
TravelCook Islands reopens its borders to vaccinated KiwisThe Cook Islands is well-placed to bounce back to a strong position if it gets tourists.13 Jan 07:59 PM
New ZealandEducation needs to accompany Dawn Raids apology - petition"We hope this is the beginning of more to come."23 Jun 04:00 AM
New ZealandFlava comp win means woman can take baby's placenta home to RarotongaMati Faaeteete will be able to return home to bury her newborn's placenta and see family.28 May 01:17 AM
Travel'Aere mai' Rarotonga: Airlines welcome one-way Cook Islands bubbleThe first quarantine-free flights are being prepared for next week.15 Jan 03:09 AM
New Zealand'Tears of joy': One wedding and a funeral - parents marry the day they buried teen daughterParents buried their daughter, then surprised mourners with their marriage ceremony.07 Nov 07:14 PM
New ZealandNZ's 24th Covid death: Ashley Bloomfield's tribute to Dr Joe WilliamsHe held many senior roles in the health sector in New Zealand.04 Sep 09:30 PM
New ZealandCook Islands close border to all incoming flights due to New Zealand's Covid-19 outbreakThe decision comes after a flight from Auckland tomorrow has Covid-19 risk.14 Aug 10:25 AM
New ZealandKia orana! Museum lights up for Cook Islands Language WeekThe Auckland War Memorial Museum has a colourful welcome for the week.02 Aug 02:01 AM
TravelJet Raro swoops on old Virgin route, despite no Cooks air bridgeAlthough the air bridge is nowhere to be seen, the Cook Islands may gain an airline.24 Jul 04:30 AM
New ZealandCustoms busts family-based tobacco smuggling ringThe activity involved 79.6kg of intercepted tobacco and $113,422 in evaded duties & GST.13 Nov 04:32 AM
New ZealandPacific preschools 'set back 30 years'Teachers now have to have better English than doctoral students at NZ universities.14 Jan 10:10 PM
KahuPasifika's joy will shine in any weatherWestern Springs Park will come to life with the sounds, smells and sights of the Pacific.24 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandGrant ends war vet's NZ 'jail sentences'Cook Islands war veteran Bill Framhein feels as if he has just been let out of jail after a surprise pre-Christmas Cabinet decision to grant him a special annuity. Mr Framhein, 70, served in the NZ Army in Malaya and Borneo14 Dec 04:30 PM
OpinionTime to change rulesCook Islanders are legitimate New Zealand citizens, so why can't retirees draw their pensions there, asks Peter Calder.02 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandRecord numbers of NZ gay, bisexual men diagnosed with HIVNew figures reveal HIV amongst gay and bisexual men in NZ is at its worst level since the virus entered NZ in the 1980s.06 Mar 11:45 PM
EntertainmentTalented line-up for Pacific awardsThere are some serious match-ups at this year's Pacific Music Awards.22 Apr 04:00 PM
New Zealand<i>New Year Honours:</i> Lighting the way for Pasifika people chasing their dreams30 Dec 05:00 PM
