New ZealandCook Islands and NZ quarantine-free travel bubble from early next yearFancy a trip to island paradise? The Cook Islands awaits - with no MIQ stay on return.11 Dec 08:43 PM
New Zealand'They must hear that once and for all we are (Covid-free)'A travel bubble between NZ and the Cook Islands would be a dream this Christmas.03 Dec 09:22 PM
New ZealandPassengers flying from NZ to Cook Islands put in quarantine over Covid scareOne passenger may have visited the same location as a woman infected with Covid-19.14 Nov 06:57 AM
New ZealandNZ officials in Cook Islands to assess travel bubbleOfficials will look at testing facilities and border defences during the week-long trip.13 Nov 10:27 PM
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 ZealandElection 2020: Our diverse 40 new MPsWho are they? They include our first African, Latin American and Sri Lankan MPs.18 Oct 04:45 AM
New ZealandCook Islands PM hopes for NZ travel bubble within weeksPM Mark Brown said cabinet would meet on Saturday to discuss changing the restrictions.08 Oct 06:30 AM
New ZealandCook Islands travel bubble a step closerKiwis could be lounging on a tropical beach this summer - if four-week milestone is met.06 Oct 05:49 AM
New ZealandSad reality: Air NZ boss says Oz bubble six months away, 'could well be longer''If it comes back quicker, we're going to pop some champagne.'20 Sep 04:51 PM
New ZealandPublic memorial planned for Dr Joe Williams after restrictions liftedPacific health leader and doctor, who died of Covid-19, will be farewelled this week.16 Sep 07:52 PM
New ZealandJail sentence quashed: Auckland man's sex attack on sleeping Kiwi in Cook IslandsThe Court of Appeal instead sentenced the man to 10 months of home detention.14 Sep 03:58 AM
New ZealandDr Joseph Williams: 'He made you feel like you were under his shelter'Dr Joe Williams, 85, died on September 4 after contracting Covid-19 last month.13 Sep 05:27 PM
New ZealandFormer Cook Islands PM hailed as a hero at state memorialDr Williams, who worked as a physician in Auckland, died of Covid-19 last week.12 Sep 01:47 AM
New ZealandFamily forced into quarantine after father breached Covid rulesThe quarantine breach is a reminder to remain vigilant against the virus, authorities say.07 Sep 06:20 AM
New Zealand2 deaths, 3 new cases; Officials probe possible South Is case; 300 yachts in Covid limboIt was a sad end to the week in New Zealand's fight against Covid-19.05 Sep 08:10 PM
New ZealandDouble tragedy: Dr Joe Williams dies 24 hours after brotherFormer Cook Islands PM died in Auckland hours after his older brother died in Brisbane.05 Sep 03:00 AM
New ZealandNZ's 24th Covid death: Family to honour Dr Joe Williams' legacyFamily plan to continue legacy of helping the Pacific community through the health system.04 Sep 11:20 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 reopens borders to New Zealand - but only to returning residentsThe Cook Islands Cabinet allows residents and work permit holders to fly back.31 Aug 08:10 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Staycations the go as Pacific holidays drift further awayEditorial: Developing travel links must continue but plugging border gaps more urgent.19 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'He's still pretty sick, but he's hanging in there': Ex-Cook Islands PM still in hospitalFormer Cook Islands PM Dr Joe Williams remains in hospital after contracting Covid-19.17 Aug 02:22 AM
New ZealandFormer Cook Islands PM Dr Joe Williams in hospital with Covid-19Joe Williams, who is also a prominent doctor, is in hospital after contracting Covid-19.14 Aug 09:16 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 ZealandCovid scare: Air NZ not taking passengers to Rarotonga after doctor tests positiveA prominent Cook Island's doctor based in Auckland has tested positive for Covid-19.14 Aug 07:05 AM
New ZealandThree critical conditions for quarantine-free travelQuarantine-free travel to the Cook Islands may open by the end of the year.10 Aug 11:19 PM
New ZealandCook Islands bubble delay 'very disheartening'Cook Islands Tourism boss says the delay is putting a huge financial burden upon everyone.10 Aug 09:57 PM
TravelCooks bubble could be ready by August 17, says AucklandRNZ: Airport says Cooks air bridge project could be delivered "in 14 days time".07 Aug 01:48 AM
New ZealandOpening a travel bubble between NZ and the Pacific vital - expertsFears the Cook Islands will suffer without tourism has Kiwis pushing for travel bubble.03 Aug 09:44 PM
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
New ZealandAir NZ preparing for Rarotonga travel bubbleThe Cooks Islands has high hopes for welcoming New Zealand tourists.30 Jul 03:20 AM
New ZealandCook Islands to New Zealand air-bridge delayed againGovernments have again delayed announcing details of an air-bridge between two countries.27 Jul 08:34 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
TravelNew airline eyes Cook Islands airbridge for launchReal estate and mortgage businessman Mike Pero says he has an airline ready to fly.19 Jul 11:51 PM
New Zealand'Australia has a real problem': Collins says transtasman bubble not safeNew leader of the National Party has ruled out any quick shift to fling open our border.15 Jul 04:25 AM
