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'Scared to death': Former Auck teacher running Cook Islands tour accused of risking lives
A Herald investigation has found allegations of unsafe practices against a tour operator.
'Let's get Kavafied': Kiwi artist joins chorus of support for Pacific drink
We explore how the modern embrace of kava sits alongside its traditional use.
China’s Cook Islands deal could impact NZ security, expert warns
China and the Cook Islands signed a five-year deal for seabed exploration.
Cook Islands and China sign five-year seabed exploration deal
NZ called for a relationship reset after Cook Islands' China deal.
Audrey Young: Health hunger games – is Lester Levy next?
OPINION: The commissioner's turnaround plan is under review and speculation is mounting.
Winston Peters - A to Z in foreign affairs - Audrey Young
Winston Peters' schedule in five countries includes a boxing bout and a big horse race.
Winston Peters calls for ‘reset’ of relationship with Cook Islands
Foreign Minister: there are 'challenges in the Government-to-Government relationship'.
Letters: Crown Law denies justice to iwi; Destiny uproar has whiff of hypocrisy
OPINION: 'When Crown Law can act this way, what faith can any of us have in our system?'
Foreign Minister calls for transparency as Cook Islands-China deal released
The deal has been at the centre of tensions between the Cook Islands and NZ.
‘More questions than answers’: NZ MP on Cook Islands China controversy
Protesters opposed Brown’s China deal, citing lack of consultation.
Cook Islands 'deals' with China – why NZ Government won't comment
Cook Islands officials have discussed seabed minerals research with China.
Cook Islands says its in talks with China on deep-sea mining
Officials say three companies have been licensed to explore the seabed for minerals.
Audrey Young: Seymour sideshow eclipses true political crisis
OPINION: The Cooks' surprise China partnership is a huge deal for NZ and the Pacific.
‘National sovereignty’ central to Cook Islands PM’s discussions with China as deal enters final stages
A deal is expected to be signed within the coming days.
NZ-Cook Islands tensions over China deal could lead to ‘divorce’, expert warns
The Cook Islands PM is accused of bypassing NZ on the islands' China deal discussions.
Why NZ is at odds with Cook Islands over China agreement
The Cook Islands believes it doesn't need New Zealand's approval for the agreement.
Government making it easier for overseas investors | NZ Herald News Update
Government making it easier for overseas investors, little information on proposed Cook Islands and China deal and Health NZ job cuts to be investigated. Video / NZ Herald
'Significant concern': Govt accuses Cook Islands PM of no consultation on China trip
Cook Islands PM Mark Brown left for China without further New Zealand consultation.
‘No need for NZ in the room’: Cook Islands PM hits back over deal with China
Mark Brown says NZ wants too much oversight of a new joint action plan.
Cook Islands reportedly dropping separate passport idea, Peters ‘blindsided’ by China move
A media report has emerged saying the passport won't be progressed.
No worries, be happy: Living on island time in Rarotonga
'In the Cook Islands, there's nothing to do but relax and smile.'
‘Shadow fleet’: Nato, EU respond to Baltic power cable incident
Finnish probe targets Russian 'shadow fleet' tanker after Baltic cable damage.
‘Bad look’: NZ caught up in Cook Islands ship seizure controversy
Finns seize Cook Islands ship; NZ distances from sabotage link.
Cook Islands passport would require giving up NZ citizenship - Winston Peters
Prime Minister Mark Brown wants his nation’s citizens to have their own passports.
Bring the beat back: Efforts to revive forgotten Pacific instruments in new doco
Some instruments became so obscure only one person knew how to play them.
Planning a child-free trip to Rarotonga? We've found just the right place
If resorts aren’t your vibe, these beachfront villas are a private paradise.
Kiwi-based DJ convicted in Cook Islands for importing drugs
A New Zealand-based Cook Islander was sentenced to 20 months imprisonment.