Regional
Puna’s final mission as head of PIF
Tuesday 14 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Pacific Islands, Regional
Henry Puna is on his final mission as the Pacific Islands Forum Secretary General in the country where it all began – his homeland, the Cook Islands.
Domestic market reeling from Air Vanuatu fall-out
Monday 13 May 2024 | Written by RNZ | Published in Regional, Vanuatu
The domestic air market in Vanuatu is reeling from the fall-out at Air Vanuatu, which has also stranded international passengers.
Former Fiji PM Bainimarama sentenced to year in jail
Friday 10 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Fiji, Regional
Former Fiji Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama has been sentenced to one year in prison.
New Zealand family devastated by teenager’s sudden death
Tuesday 7 May 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in BREAKING NEWS, Health, Local, National, New Zealand, Regional, Tourism
A teenager from New Zealand tragically died in his sleep during a family vacation in Rarotonga, leaving his family heartbroken and seeking support for repatriation costs.
NZDF helps Cook Islands agencies support vulnerable youth
Thursday 2 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National, New Zealand, Regional
Members of the New Zealand Defence Force’s (NZDF) Youth Development Unit (YDU) have returned back from a rewarding deployment aimed at helping the Cook Islands Police and Prison and Probation Services support vulnerable Pasifika youth.
Telco company launches money transfer service to Fiji
Thursday 2 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Fiji, National, Regional, Technology
The launch of Vodafone Cook Islands’ E-Moni transfer service has been welcomed by many who frequently send money to Fiji.
Sogavare bows out of Solomon Islands prime ministerial race
Tuesday 30 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Regional, Solomon Islands
Solomon Islands' pro-China leader, Manasseh Sogavare, has withdrawn from the race to be the next prime minister following the country’s national election.
Kiribati MPs vote to remove High Court Judge from office
Friday 26 April 2024 | Written by RNZ | Published in Kiribati, Regional
Kiribati MPs have voted to accept a recommendation from a tribunal that Kiribati High Court judge, David Lambourne be removed.
Pacific Island nations are moving to gain control over their labour drains
Friday 26 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional
For Maurice Masuino, recruiting a new electrician will take an international search.
Surprise second chance for disgraced Fiji MP Radrodro
Friday 26 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Fiji, Regional
Fiji has been thrown yet another curve ball in the world of politics. Newly elected SODELPA leader, Aseri Radrodro has been reinstated as the Minister for Education just three months after Fiji's leader Sitiveni Rabuka sacked him.
Prolonged drought impacting food, water across Micronesia
Monday 22 April 2024 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional
Extreme droughts in the Western Pacific region are expected to persist over the next three months.
Solomon Islands PM retains seat, vote counting continues
Saturday 20 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Regional, Solomon Islands
Solomon Islands’ pro-China Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare has retained his seat in the national election, according to local media reports, but it will take days to know if his party has won enough support to form the next government.
MP Utikere: A privilege to serve his community
Saturday 20 April 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, New Zealand, Regional
The visiting New Zealand Parliamentary delegation includes a Cook Islander who is making his first ‘official’ visit to his homeland.
Local MPs discuss challenges with NZ Speaker Parliamentary delegation
Friday 19 April 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, New Zealand, Parliament, Regional
Cook Islands parliamentarians engaged in open discussions with Aotearoa New Zealand’s Speaker of the House of Representatives Gerry Brownlee and his delegation at Parliament House yesterday morning.
New Caledonian pro-independence activist issues dire warning to France
Tuesday 16 April 2024 | Written by RNZ | Published in New Caledonia, Regional
A pro-independence activist in New Caledonia is warning France to immediately halt planned constitution amendments or face "war".
Regulator defends Starlink users
Tuesday 9 April 2024 | Written by RNZ | Published in National, Regional, Technology, Vanuatu
Cook Islands telecommunications regulator head Bernard Hill said regional regulators who are banning the use of Starlink might have an “overinflated view” of their importance.
Teen pregnancy is high in Pacific countries, so what are the options for young mums?
Tuesday 2 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional
Leading the way for women in the Pacific
Tuesday 2 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Pacific Islands, Regional
Maria Ioane-Matua share her journey from a young Customs Officer to becoming the first female Chief of Customs for the Cook Islands Customs Service.
Kiribati judge hopes to finally have day in court
Monday 25 March 2024 | Written by RNZ | Published in Kiribati, Regional
An expatriate judge in Kiribati hopes he will get a chance to make his case on Tuesday over his controversial suspension three years ago.
Aussie nursing students get a tropical dose of healthcare
Wednesday 20 March 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Australia, Health, National, Regional
Eight University of South Australia Bachelor of Nursing third-year students are visiting Rarotonga for a two-week study programme, immersing themselves in a different culture, a different health setting, and acquiring unique experiences.
