'I did not strike her': Former Nats minister investigated over family funeral fight
Police have interviewed five people and say they expect to lay charges.
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Tributes flow for Cook Islands broadcaster
Bernard (Bernice) Tairea had been in the Pacific broadcasting industry for 30 years.
Kiwi who drowned in Rarotonga was best man at sister's wedding days before
Tony Thorp died in a dangerous rip, his shocked sister Sarah says.
Kiwi man drowns in Rarotonga
Cook Islands police say the man got into difficulty in the water about 4pm yesterday.
Cook Islands bring Māori family closer to their roots
The whānau are living in Rarotonga as they try to preserve their reo.
Nauru President David Adeang 'stormed out' during main leaders conference
There is trouble in paradise following a dramatic walkout by the Nauru delegation.
Social media utilised by Pacific Islands Forum to connect with youth
A young Kiwi is helping to show off the PIF via Facebook stories and videos.
‘Reunited and refocused’: Baron Waqa arrives at Pacific Islands Forum ready to lead
The controversial former Nauru president expected to become the next secretary-general.
Pacific security: Whose strategy is it anyway?
The Pacific Islands Forum is an opportunity to address this widening gap in development.
Christopher Luxon won't attend Pacific Islands Forum
Carmel Sepuloni and Gerry Brownlee will go in his place.
Cook Islands cultural heritage to come alive at Te Maeva Nui festival
Cook Islands heritage is centre stage in a showcase of arts, language, music and dance.
NZDF releases names of WWII Pacific coastwatchers yet to be formally recognised
The Defence Force is looking for the families of World War II Pasifika coastwatchers.
NZ welcomes 'historic' US diplomatic relations with Cook Islands and Niue
Hipkins said both countries are still overseas dependencies of New Zealand.
US to open diplomatic offices in Cook Islands and Niue
President Biden is set to announce the US will open new embassies in the South Pacific.
‘Cursed’ Cook Islands hotel to start receiving guests soon
Vaima’anga’s abandoned hotel in the south of Rarotonga is being renovated.
William Kiri Cuthers among WWII Pacific coastwatchers recognised 80 years on
"The old man would be...happy other families are starting to celebrate their ancestors."
World War 2 Pacific Island coastwatchers recognised
Coastwatchers played an important role in the defence of the Pacific in World War II.
'History': Fiji team welcomed to Aims Games, gets tips from rugby sevens great
“It was cool for them to meet a legend."
Rotorua's Cook Islands shop embraces language week celebrations
"I looked around and saw none of our food. It gave me the passion."
Traditional Cook Islands dance fitness classes keeping culture alive
Cook Islands Language Week's theme: Connect me to my homeland's traditions and culture.
Cook Islands back on tourist map as Rarotonga gains direct Hawaii and Australia routes
What do new international routes mean for Cook Islands air travel?
'Shocked and saddened': Mayor of Waikato town reacts to local's death in Rarotonga
Kelly Maree Sain has been described as the 'life of the party'.
'I couldn't stop crying': Tourist recounts bid to save Kiwi who drowned in Rarotonga
Guests and staff of the upmarket Edgewater Resort did everything they could to revive her.
Enjoy a winter escape in the achingly beautiful Cook Islands
What if we told you there’s a Cook Island to rival Aitutaki...
Rarotonga '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.'
Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Rarotonga
Watch: Getaway's Catriona Rowntree visits Rarotonga. Plus we find four other things to do.
Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Cook Islands
Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Cook Islands.
Cook Islands police officer stabbed at popular market
Local police say the man was armed with a pair of scissors.
Jetstar leaves 50 Rarotonga passengers' luggage behind
Passengers said it was 'hugely frustrating' to be left without checked bags.
'It just wasn't affordable': Childcare costs drive family to leave New Zealand
An expat family says childcare costs were one of the reasons they left New Zealand.
‘Tears always fall’: Anzac in the Cook Islands
The 'boy from Mangaia' left school and signed up for the Royal Air Force.
'Now we are truly equal': Cook Islands parliament decriminalises homosexuality
The passing of the bill reflects the Cook Islands' changing society.
Living like a local in paradise: What to see and do in Rarotonga
Raro's full of fun, from snorkelling with turtles to storytelling cycling tours.
What $680 gets you at an eco-luxury villa in Aitutaki
Slip off your shoes and step into Etu Moana in the Cook Islands.