The opening day of Te Emo Aito Māori traditional sports festival was held on Friday at the National Beach Courts in Nikao, drawing enthusiastic participation from teams representing the Pa Enua and ...

The fifth night of Te Maeva Nui 2025 on Thursday saw Te Are Karioi Nui stage come alive with powerful performances celebrating the 60th anniversary of Cook Islands self-governance which will be marked ...

Cook Islands tech company Smartie will officially unveil Smartie Food, a brand-new food delivery and pickup service available across Rarotonga, today.

Media coverage for this year’s Te Maeva Nui and Constitution celebrations has raised questions following the release of the Ministry of Cultural Development (MOCD)’s Media Accreditation Guidelines, ...

Bank of the Cook Islands (BCI) chief executive Jennifer Henry officially opened the Trade Days at the Punanga Nui Market yesterday, calling it ‘a true testament to the entrepreneurial spirit and ...

Warrants for Ariki titles disputed in court have been issued by the King’s Representative after a recent Are Ariki (House of Ariki) decision to endorse traditional leaders with the titles, based on ...

Kia Orana, Following my earlier public concerns regarding the premature warranting of Tangi Napara as Ariki of Manihiki, I now share a critical finding that must not go unspoken.

Hundreds lined up for hours at the Punanga Nui Market yesterday to get their hands on one of Manihiki’s most treasured delicacies- pā’ua, the prized clam that has become the standout favourite at this ...

The Puaikura fire brigade responded to a fire incident which had spread and prompted great concerns in Avatiu yesterday afternoon.

Cook Islands Tourism has announced that the 2025 Cook Islands People’s Choice Awards (PCA) are open for nominations. The PCA are a Cook Islands Tourism initiative that recognises individuals and ...

Kia Orana, I write as a direct descendant of Takai Whakaheo and with deep concern regarding the recent granting of a warrant recognising a holder of the Te Whakaheo Ariki title within the House of ...

Vaka Puaikura has officially opened its new community Police headquarters at the Aroa Nui Hall, marking a significant step in enhancing safety and security under the Vaka Policing Programme.