Cook Islands, NZ reaffirm strong ties on Waitangi Day celebration. New Zealand and the Cook Islands commemorated Waitangi Day and the Cook Islands' 60th anniversary of self-governance on Thursday, highlighting their unique bond and dedication to navigating the future together through continued partnership and respect, despite issues surrounding the now abandoned proposed passport and the ...

Aug 3, 2024 · 'Matter is getting worse': Opposition leader on Cook Islands-NZ relations Opposition leader Tina Browne, who is concerned with the latest statement from New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister about the lack of consultation over Cook Islands' strategic deal with China, says the relationship between the Cook Islands and New Zealand is getting worse.

Jan 4, 2025 · An elderly tourist died in Aitutaki after being struck by a motorcycle, marking the second road-related fatality on the island within two weeks, prompting calls for increased road safety measures.

16 hours ago · Cook Islands signed a number of bilateral cooperation documents with China following a meeting between Prime Minister Mark Brown and Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Friday in Harbin, China.

Jan 8, 2024 · The Cook Islands government will manage the operations of an inter-island vessel that it hopes to receive this year. In an interview with Cook Islands News late last month, Prime Minister Mark Brown said the government secured an inter-island vessel for domestic shipping through an agreement signed with the government of Japan last year.

Nov 19, 2022 · Avana Harbour on the eastern side of Rarotonga has been in the spotlight this week as residents awoke on Monday to find a digger dredging in the narrow stretch of water. Al Williams investigates what this project is all about.

Dec 24, 2024 · A 49-year-old man tragically lost his life in a motorcycle accident in Aitutaki on Saturday, marking the second road fatality in the Cook Islands this year, as the country enters the festive season.

Feb 7, 2025 · New Zealand provides over $2 million in salary support to Cook Islands. Monday 16 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in BREAKING NEWS, National, Politics. New Zealand has provided over $2 million in salary support to the Cook Islands since 2020, funding various positions in government agencies and supporting initiatives in health, education, tourism, climate change and ...

6 days ago · Cook Islands ‘failed to properly consult’ on China deal, says New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister. Saturday 8 February 2025 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, Local, National, New Zealand, Regional. The diplomatic row between the Cook Islands and New Zealand over the China deal the Cook Islands is set to sign in the coming week continues despite brief talks over the phone ...

1 day ago · Seabed Mining Authority (SBMA) says it will be reaching out to the community, especially older generations, to consult with them about their preliminary findings from the ongoing seabed minerals exploration.