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
TravelAir bridge speculation sees Raro top Kiwi travel wish listProposed travel links are causing interest in the Cooks to spike.15 Jul 12:40 AM
TravelCook Islands' plea for travel bubble with NZThe Cook Islands looks set to be the first country Kiwis can travel to overseas.14 Jul 01:26 AM
TravelTo deny Cook Islands travel bubble is 'criminal'Rarotonga resorts are on the brink of collapse and will take a reliant economy with them.10 Jul 05:15 AM
OpinionMike Pero: An air bridge to the Cook Islands, why not?Comment: Why would we stand by and watch the Cook Islands go begging to other nations?08 Jul 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandChoosing childcare: From daycare to kindergarten - what are the options?A guide to a bewildering menu of childcare options.29 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionComment: Why is Covid-free Pacific locked out?Comment: These islands will need trade or aid when open tourism could fix it today.24 Jun 05:00 PM
WorldCook Islands PM set to stand down in SeptemberHenry Puna has been the Prime Minister of the Cook Islands for nearly a decade.17 Jun 01:47 AM
New ZealandMore calls for New Zealand to include Cook Islands in 'bubble'The Aotearoa Society of the Cook Islands has joined calls for NZ to open up its borders.15 Jun 02:49 AM
Airlines'We're frustrated too': Air NZ boss says no chance of ticket refunds, gives Tasman timeframeAir NZ boss Greg Foran says the airline needs to save even more costs.11 Jun 08:50 PM
LifestyleKate Hawkesby: Open Pacific Island bordersComment: Cook Islands and Niue have no cases, we have no cases, why are we still waiting?11 Jun 06:57 PM
New ZealandCook Islands to open border to some Kiwis as pressure mounts for travel bubbleKiwis can go to Rarotonga next week, but it'll mean a two-week quarantine upon return.11 Jun 05:19 AM
New ZealandResort owner calls for Cook Islands bubble with NZThe Cook Islands has not recorded a single case of the coronavirus.10 Jun 10:39 PM
OpinionShould the Pacific be included in New Zealand's travel bubble?COMMENT: Can the Pacific Islands safely become a part of NZs travel bubble?07 Jun 11:39 PM
New ZealandRaro-based Kiwi teacher critically ill with listeriaIt's the first case of listeria in the Cook Islands for more than a decade, officials say.16 May 04:32 AM
TravelListen: The legendary characters of Rarotonga"Jim's voice was like a man trying to touch his nose and hop on one leg at the same time."04 May 07:00 PM
New ZealandToo soon? Level 2 rules decided today, start may be delayedHowever, Kiwis' complacency could hinder further relaxation of lockdown conditions.03 May 07:43 PM
WorldCovid-19: The countries without cases - stillAs the world deals with the pandemic, a few have managed to escape it so far.30 Apr 04:55 AM
