Bill English has defended his decision to head to the Pacific just before an election.

PM Bill English's four-day trip may feature talk of Donald Trump - but no dancing.

When you land in Aitutaki you're not in Paradise but relax, it's not far away.

Peter de Graaf finds a prime holiday spot on a quiet Pacific island.

Peter de Graaf stays adjacent to some of the best beaches on Aitutaki.

Eye surgeon who travelled via Jetstar to carry out surgery was left with no gear.

Reuniting with family, Jesse Leonard finds his sibling bonds remain strong in Rarotonga.

Same-sex couple won a Rarotonga wedding but couldn't legally claim their prize.

Peter de Graaf enjoys home-brewed bush beer in coconut cups.

NZ artist Michel Tuffery is carving a memorial for the Cook Islands soldiers of WWI.

Lauren Jones looks at some of the Pacific's top events.

The friendly canines that charm many visitors to Rarotonga can have a dog's life, writes Lisa Scott.

As we approach the anniversary of his death, I remember my time spent with him. David Bowie, musician, composer, actor and personality

The Shipwreck Bar is one of the world's best beach bars and Jim, its former owner, was much-loved, writes Steve Braunias.

The Shipwreck Bar was one of the best beach bars and Jim, its owner, was much-loved, writes Steve Braunias.

Artist Michel Tuffery and the New Zealand High Commissioner to the Cook Islands, Nick Hurley, explain what's being created for the RSA Cemetery in Rarotonga.

Family spokesman Patrick Tavai said there were still issues around retrieving the body and waiting for the coroner's report.

The gunman who allegedly shot two people dead had earlier retrieved a gun from a container near his house while on community work with other prisoners.

A nephew of the Cook Islands' PM has lost appeals against his conviction and sentence for trawling malls for young women and filming up their skirts.

Sandy Kilgour checks in at the Nautilus Resort, Muri Beach, Rarotonga.

Shandelle Battersby flies from New Zealand to a tropical holiday in the Cook Island abroad flight NZ748.

Captain Awesome helps Chris Daniels become his sons' coconut hero in Raro.

A rundown beachfront resort in Rarotonga, known for it's unusual history and mafia links, is set to be sold - again.

Two resorts, 10 days, many highlights. Tessa Stockdale has one tough assignment.

Shandelle Battersby takes refuge from Raro's heat at a secluded beachfront spot.

We don't need to tell you that July in New Zealand is a weather bomb.

Nautilus, at the top end of Muri Beach, is one of the newer luxury resorts on the island.

There are plenty of options to choose from on Rarotonga, from manicures and facials to acupuncture and full-on indulgent spa ritual experiences.

A relative of the Cook Islands' Prime Minister has been jailed for trawling malls for young women and filming up their skirts.

In the heart of Muri village, known for its beautiful beach - one of the jewels in Rarotonga's crown.