Politics • Tonga • Cook Islands • KiribatiTonga PM advocates for unity amid Pacific diplomatic tensionsDr ‘Aisake Eke, who is also chair of the Pacific Islands Forum, dismisses fears of mass migration and defends his government’s efforts ahead of November’s general election.'Alakihihifo VailalaFri, 11 Apr
Pacific Region • Cook IslandsCook Islands group fears its Christian state push ‘watered-down’ A religious movement advocating for a constitutional amendment to declare the country a Christian state is concerned its plan will fall short.Losirene Lacanivalu, Cook Islands NewsThu, 10 Apr
Sports • Kiribati • Cook Islands • AustraliaRising stars showcase skills in Oceania beach volleyball competitionTeams from Kiribati to Australia have hit the sand running as the Oceania Under-18 Championships pushes regional growth in the sport.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 08 Apr
Pacific Region • Cook Islands • United StatesCook Islands braces for economic ripple effects from US tariff increasesThe 10 per cent tariff on imports from Rarotonga has officials concerned about indirect impact on local economy despite minimal trade between both nations.Losirene Lacanivalu, Cook Islands NewsMon, 07 Apr
Business • Cook IslandsDiaspora urged to invest back homeCook Islanders abroad are being urged to reinvest in homeland industries such as construction, healthcare, and culture.Khalia StrongThu, 03 Apr
Sports • Cook Islands • Fiji • AustraliaBoxing mismatch: Teremoana finishes 'Flabby Fijian'Cook Islands-Scottish-Australian power puncher Teremoana Teremoana takes out Fiji's James 'The Beast' Singh in less than two minutes.Christine RovoiSun, 23 Mar
Pacific Region • Cook IslandsTransforming futures: Advocate launches youth initiative on Mangaia IslandTuiane Papatua shares his journey of establishing a group for young people in the Cook Islands alongside his late wife, Kathy.Susnation SetaFri, 21 Mar
News • Cook Islands • Sāmoa • Aotearoa New ZealandFaith, family, and flight: A Pacific engineer’s sky-high callingFrom setbacks in school and doubts from teachers to setting records in aviation, Elisa Niovara is encouraging young Pasifika to believe in themselves.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 18 Mar
Sports • Cook IslandsRaetea Rongo: Rising tennis star from Cook Islands shines on international stageThe 16-year-old recently competed against players from 14 countries across Asia and the Pacific, inspiring young Cook Islanders. Matt ManukuoThu, 13 Mar
Sports • Cook Islands Historic triumph: Cook Islands quartet shatters national recordFour young athletes from the Cook Islands have made history by breaking the national record for the 4x100 men’s relay at the NZ championships.Susnation SetaWed, 12 Mar
