TravelRarotonga: Big little paradiseAfter a serve of super-fresh fish, some boutique ale, a snorkel and a scoot around, Ben Chapman-Smith reckons Raro's not so sleepy after all.14 Apr 04:15 PM
TravelCook Islands: Memories of ancient maraeAtiu upgrades its tourist appeal with a revival of the island's historic sites, writes Jim Eagles.13 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandFormer NZ cop jailed on drugs chargesFormer Northland cop Mark Franklin has been sentenced to a year in prison in the Cook Islands for selling drugs.30 Aug 02:47 AM
OpinionHussein Rawlings: Keep NZ land in NZ handsRacism is no part of the issue, writes Hussein Rawlings. Nor should we fear the accusation of "protectionism". Are Indonesia, China, or Thailand challenged on their land ownership laws?07 Aug 05:30 PM
New ZealandAustrian couple rescued from yachtAn Austrian couple have been rescued from their yacht near American Samoa after getting into trouble for the second time in a week.06 Aug 10:35 PM
TravelCook Islands: Heavenly voicesColourful church services are a glorious way to enjoy Sundays in paradise, finds Pamela Wade.18 Jul 11:00 PM
TravelCook Islands: Scenery from the deep seaIsland time A walk in Atiu jungle feels like scuba-diving, says Jim Eagles.21 May 03:00 AM
TravelRarotonga: Came a hot SaturdayPacific-style hustle and bustle attracts Pamela Wade.16 Apr 03:00 AM
TravelCook Islands: A simple lifeDanielle Murray falls under the spell of a remote atoll in the South Pacific.14 Apr 03:00 AM
New ZealandCooks firm named in global tax haven webA company established in the Cook Islands by a New Zealand lawyer is at the centre of a global investigation which has exposed the identities of thousands of people putting money into secretive overseas hideaways.05 Apr 04:30 PM
New ZealandMcCully hosts Cook Islands PM for second joint forumForeign Affairs Minister Murray McCully will host Cook Islands Prime Minister Henry Puna and two of his ministerial colleagues today for the second New Zealand-Cook Islands Joint Ministerial Forum.28 Feb 12:12 AM
TravelCook Islands: Life under the lagoonJim Eagles is surprised to find so many brightly coloured fish as he dives in one of the Cook Islands' new marine reserves.11 Feb 11:00 PM
TravelCook Islands: Such a perfect dayPamela Wade is glad she spent time in the Cook Islands exploring glorious Aitutaki.22 Nov 04:30 PM
TravelCook Islands: no need for traffic lightsRaratonga's buses take 40 minutes to circle the paved rim of the Cook Islands' main isle, passing through tiny coastal villages. Jump on the wrong bus and the worst that happens is that you arrive slightly late.07 Nov 11:00 PM
TravelCook Islands: Tiny designs carved in stoneGifts for family sparked a career-change for Cook Island carver, writes Jim Eagles.17 Oct 11:00 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 ZealandInjured vet denied pensionA New Zealand Army veteran has been refused a pension because he now lives in the Cook Islands.28 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandKey, Gillard discuss asylum seekersPM greets Gillard warmly with a peck on the cheek before they get down to the business of the Pacific Islands Forum.29 Aug 07:24 PM
