Outer Islands
When in Mitiaro, you do as they do
Monday February 10, 2020Mitiaro also known as Nukuroa, is peaceful and precious; like going back in time. Melina Etches shares her experience after her first ever visit to the island.
Seeing is believing for former Penrhyn MP
Thursday January 09, 2020Former Penrhyn MP Wilkie Rasmussen doesn’t have to be told that the weather can’t be controlled.
Penrhyn Christmas out
Tuesday December 24, 2019Weather prevents Tongan ship from going to northern islands in time for big day.
Penrhyn boat trip still unconfirmed
Saturday December 21, 2019Former Penrhyn MP Wilkie Rasmussen is looking forward to spending Christmas in his home island this year.
North islands run out of petrol
Saturday November 02, 2019Northern Group islands are suffering shortages after detention of Taio Shipping boats.
Uncertainty over rhinoceros beetle
Tuesday September 10, 2019There is a growing dispute between Penrhyn islanders and the Agriculture ministry about whether coconut rhinoceros beetles have infested their trees.
Islands group barge is off to the Bahamas
Monday June 17, 2019The Cook Islands barge once named Layar Mas left our shores for the Bahamas.
Mitiaro airstrip closed for maintenance
Wednesday May 22, 2019The Mitiaro island airstrip is closed short term for maintenance work which starts today.
Mitiaro turns out to fish
Friday April 26, 2019The whole island was at the wharf in Mitiaro over two days during Easter to either compete or support the islands’ first official fishing competition.
