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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'.
‘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.
Emerging playwright Poe Tiare Tararo is inspired by the Cooks
Raru e Maruakaītā will debut at Te Pou Theatre in Henderson.
From whales to cocktails: Top tips for cycling Rarotonga’s coastal loop road
The trick is to spend more time off the bike than on it.
Five must-grab travel deals for your next romantic getaway
Travel the world with your other half.
Air NZ flight aborts two landings in Cook Islands before returning to Auckland
Crosswinds caused the Rarotonga-bound Air NZ flight to return to its airport of origin.
‘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.'
Letters: Key points missing from migration debate; the meaning of 'equality'
OPINION: 'For years, many people have used NZ as a way station.'
Kiwi woman dies in water-based incident in Rarotonga
Police received an emergency call from tourist spot just after 3pm.
Cook Islands ban vapes, smoking age raised to 21
Smoking in public places is banned except in limited exceptional cases.
Family of teen who died in Cook Islands fundraising to send body to NZ
The whānau of Drazei Kerehoma want to raise $9000 to send his body to New Zealand.
Drunk tourist spent first two days of Cook Islands holiday in jail
She was fined and banned from drinking alcohol for the rest of her stay.