World‘Shadow fleet’: Nato, EU respond to Baltic power cable incidentFinnish probe targets Russian 'shadow fleet' tanker after Baltic cable damage.29 Dec 12:14 AM
World‘Bad look’: NZ caught up in Cook Islands ship seizure controversyFinns seize Cook Islands ship; NZ distances from sabotage link.28 Dec 08:15 PM
Travel newsCook Islands passport would require giving up NZ citizenship - Winston PetersPrime Minister Mark Brown wants his nation’s citizens to have their own passports.25 Dec 11:41 PM
TalanoaBring the beat back: Efforts to revive forgotten Pacific instruments in new docoSome instruments became so obscure only one person knew how to play them.16 Nov 04:00 PM
TravelPlanning a child-free trip to Rarotonga? We've found just the right placeIf resorts aren’t your vibe, these beachfront villas are a private paradise.12 Oct 11:00 PM
TalanoaKiwi-based DJ convicted in Cook Islands for importing drugsA New Zealand-based Cook Islander was sentenced to 20 months imprisonment.11 Oct 06:33 AM
KahuEmerging playwright Poe Tiare Tararo is inspired by the CooksRaru e Maruakaītā will debut at Te Pou Theatre in Henderson.08 Oct 10:11 PM
TravelFrom whales to cocktails: Top tips for cycling Rarotonga’s coastal loop roadThe trick is to spend more time off the bike than on it.06 Oct 04:00 PM
TravelFive must-grab travel deals for your next romantic getawayTravel the world with your other half.05 Aug 05:00 PM
Travel newsAir NZ flight aborts two landings in Cook Islands before returning to AucklandCrosswinds caused the Rarotonga-bound Air NZ flight to return to its airport of origin.30 Jul 05:01 AM
Travel‘We saw an opportunity’: Air NZ adds extra Pacific seats in response to g-string debate'It’s time to escape to the beach and sunshine.'11 Jul 08:09 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Key points missing from migration debate; the meaning of 'equality'OPINION: 'For years, many people have used NZ as a way station.'13 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi woman dies in water-based incident in RarotongaPolice received an emergency call from tourist spot just after 3pm.22 May 06:22 AM
TalanoaCook Islands ban vapes, smoking age raised to 21Smoking in public places is banned except in limited exceptional cases.22 May 02:24 AM
TalanoaFamily of teen who died in Cook Islands fundraising to send body to NZThe whānau of Drazei Kerehoma want to raise $9000 to send his body to New Zealand.09 May 01:24 AM
TravelDrunk tourist spent first two days of Cook Islands holiday in jailShe was fined and banned from drinking alcohol for the rest of her stay.30 Apr 10:30 PM
TalanoaAppeal date set for ex-Cook Islands deputy PM Robert TapaitauRobert Tapaitau was sentenced to two years and nine months in prison.29 Apr 01:00 AM
Talanoa'Autism is not what defines our daughter'Fa'alili Fa'alili, 10, was diagnosed with autism when she was 2 years old.23 Apr 05:00 PM
KahuMāori king joins Pacific leaders' call for whales to be granted legal personhood'The songs of our ancestor, the tohorā (whale), grow fainter,' says Kīngi Tuheitia.30 Mar 01:46 AM
TalanoaFormer Cook Islands deputy PM jailed for fraudRobert Tapaitau was sentenced along with two other former administration officials.24 Mar 03:10 AM
Talanoa'No child should get sick or die of measles' - World Health OrganizationA priority on Covid-19 vaccinations has led to other routine vaccinations being forgotten.13 Mar 07:55 PM
New ZealandGift for the Taker: Kiwi fan's special taonga for WWE legend‘Well, I really admire this man so much that I’ll give him a part of who we are.'09 Mar 08:08 AM
New ZealandPacific obesity crisis: When big is no longer beautifulA recent study reveals 9 of 10 countries with the most obese people are in the Pacific.08 Mar 05:35 AM
New ZealandWāhine toa inspire South Waikato students for International Women's DayThey will share their journeys with more than 150 Year 12 and 13 students.07 Mar 10:22 PM
TravelHot deals for your next holidayHelpful ideas (and great offers) for planning your next trip overseas.06 Mar 09:19 PM
TravelAir NZ flight to Rarotonga diverts back to AucklandA busy Air New Zealand service to Rarotonga has become a flight to nowhere.21 Feb 12:52 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialThe Uncle Winston effect: Peters a well-respected leader in Pacific regionWinston Peters and Dr Shane Reti's Pacific Mission toured Tonga, Rarotonga and Samoa.17 Feb 04:00 PM
KahuWas Winston Peters missing Shane Jones in the Pacific?The coalition Government has visited three different Polynesian countries in five days.11 Feb 10:22 PM
TalanoaA week on island time with Peters and Reti: Name mix-ups, island banter, suits in 32C weatherThe ministers visited Tonga, Cook Islands and Samoa in a whirlwind Pacific Mission tour.11 Feb 04:00 PM
TalanoaWinston Peters and Shane Reti all about the suits, no matter the heatThe Pacific Mission finishes day two in Rarotonga - next stop: Samoa.08 Feb 05:10 AM
TalanoaWinston Peters deemed as 'action man' in Cook Islands climate announcementA total of $16.5 million is set to go to the Cook Islands to tackle the climate crisis.07 Feb 11:08 PM
TalanoaPeters and Reti touch down in Tonga on first leg of Pacific MissionDeputy PM Winston Peters and Pacific minister Dr Shane Reti are on a Pacific Mission.06 Feb 05:15 PM
WorldTropical cyclone alert issued for Southern Cook IslandsThe tropical depression has been upgraded to category 1 tropical cyclone.05 Feb 09:04 PM
