TalanoaWhat to expect from Pacific region’s big political meeting in RarotongaLeaders remain divided over several key issues heading into next week's meeting.04 Nov 02:58 AM
PoliticsChristopher Luxon won't attend Pacific Islands ForumCarmel Sepuloni and Gerry Brownlee will go in his place.02 Nov 04:07 AM
Talanoa‘Cursed’ Cook Islands hotel to start receiving guests soonVaima’anga’s abandoned hotel in the south of Rarotonga is being renovated.22 Sep 08:45 AM
TalanoaWilliam Kiri Cuthers among WWII Pacific coastwatchers recognised 80 years on"The old man would be...happy other families are starting to celebrate their ancestors."20 Sep 04:25 AM
TalanoaTraditional Cook Islands dance fitness classes keeping culture aliveCook Islands Language Week's theme: Connect me to my homeland's traditions and culture.29 Jul 11:00 PM
TravelJetstar slashes fares by 75 per cent, with $175 tickets to RarotongaAs always, there's a catch to this deal.21 Jul 04:46 AM
TravelCook Islands back on tourist map as Rarotonga gains direct Hawaii and Australia routesWhat do new international routes mean for Cook Islands air travel?07 Jul 02:00 AM
New ZealandAir New Zealand plane struck by lightning en route to Rarotonga, returns to AucklandFlight NZ942 spent an hour circling off Auckland's coast before coming back.22 Jun 12:24 AM
New Zealand'Shocked and saddened': Mayor of Waikato town reacts to local's death in RarotongaKelly Maree Sain has been described as the 'life of the party'.14 Jun 09:52 PM
Talanoa'I couldn't stop crying': Tourist recounts bid to save Kiwi who drowned in RarotongaGuests and staff of the upmarket Edgewater Resort did everything they could to revive her.14 Jun 12:13 AM
TravelEnjoy a winter escape in the achingly beautiful Cook IslandsWhat if we told you there’s a Cook Island to rival Aitutaki...11 Jun 08:00 AM
TravelRarotonga 'ruined' as Jetstar passengers face ongoing luggage issues'We have been here in Raro for 5-6 days now and we are still in the exact same clothes.'22 May 12:20 AM
TravelGetaway finds 5 of the best things to do in RarotongaWatch: Getaway's Catriona Rowntree visits Rarotonga. Plus we find four other things to do.16 May 08:51 PM
TravelGetaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Cook IslandsGetaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Cook Islands.Watch16 May 06:00 PM
TalanoaCook Islands police officer stabbed at popular marketLocal police say the man was armed with a pair of scissors.14 May 09:12 PM
TravelJetstar leaves 50 Rarotonga passengers' luggage behindPassengers said it was 'hugely frustrating' to be left without checked bags.07 May 11:30 PM
TravelHow to nail a perfect week in the Cook IslandsRelaxation and island adventures await on a week of exploring Rarotonga and Aitutaki31 Dec 06:42 PM
TravelHawaiian Airlines returns to Cook Islands as Air NZ retires LAX routeHawaiian Airlines will return to Rarotonga for the first time in 30 years.30 Nov 11:44 PM
TravelRoom review: We find the real winner at this Rarotonga waterfront villaSelf-contained villas in Rarotonga are perfect for doing your own thing.24 Nov 10:00 PM
TravelLeave only footprints, take only... sketches? An alternative way to remember your holidayTop tips for sketching your way around your next tropical holiday.19 Sep 11:45 PM
TravelCook Islands drop last pandemic travel restrictionsThe Cook Islands says it has reverted to pre-Covid-19 travel and entry requirements.16 Sep 02:42 AM
TravelHow to nail a perfect week in the Cook IslandsRelaxation and island adventures await on a week of exploring Rarotonga and Aitutaki15 Jun 02:53 AM
TravelBay dreaming in Paihia: This week's best travel dealsWe bring you the best travel deals going.19 Jan 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumTravelEverything you need to know before booking a Cook Island holidayYour one-stop shop for understanding the new NZ to Cook Island travel bubble in 2022.16 Jan 05:30 AM
New ZealandWoman urges Air NZ to refund cancelled flights for families with children too young to vaccinateMother-of-two fights for a refund on flights because girls are too young for vaccinations.18 Nov 12:27 AM
TravelRaro, ready to go: Travel deals for the Cooks restartWe bring you the best travel deals going.17 Nov 10:04 PM
TravelCook Islands to resume quarantine-free travel: What you need to knowThe Cook Islands say they are ready to reopen to tourists after a turbulent 20 months.07 Nov 10:46 PM
Travel'You're showing too much skin': Air NZ apologises after woman told to cover up"I don't think women's bodies should be policed like this."27 Jul 04:49 PM
New Zealand'She was blue and grey and she wasn't breathing' - holiday nearly ends in tragedy'Another minute and she'd be dead, it was just touch and go.'26 Jul 05:00 PM
TravelThe quiet of Aitutaki lagoon, three waysA family trip to Aitutaki is a reminder of how very lucky we are.25 Jul 05:30 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
TravelAussie tourists could face jail for Cook Islands holidayAustralian travellers could face fines or jail time on return to their home country.04 May 10:42 PM
AirlinesBubble clue: Air NZ ads for Rarotonga flights suggest two-way travel imminentAir NZ's ads point to a specific start date as the Cooks' PM sends out positive signals.07 Apr 02:05 AM
New ZealandAir NZ preparing for Rarotonga travel bubbleThe Cooks Islands has high hopes for welcoming New Zealand tourists.30 Jul 03:20 AM
