Women’s Pacific Championships Highlights: Papua New Guinea v Cook Islands

Māori ocean rights under threat: Why Pasifika should be paying attention

A controversial move by the New Zealand Government to tighten laws around customary marine title is sparking growing concern among Māori, and Pacific communities are being urged to pay close attention. The coalition government’s proposed changes...

Bula scores four tries to help Fiji Bati thump Cook Islands

Jahream Bula scored four tries to help the Vodafone Fiji Bati defeat Cook Islands 44-24 in their opening Pacific Championships Bowl clash in the men's rugby league competition at Port Moresby last night. The Wests Tigers fullback was in impressive...

League: Jahream Bula scores four tries as Fiji's Bati defeat Cook Islands

Fiji Bati rugby league players Kurt Donoghoe (left) and Michael Jennings (centre) celebrate Jahream Bula's try against Cook Islands. Photo: FNRL Jahream Bula scored four tries to help Fiji defeat Cook Islands 44-24 in their opening Pacific...

PNG Orchids Suffer Heavy Loss to Cook Islands Moana in Pacific Championships Opener

The PNG Orchids endured a tough 34–6 loss to the Cook Islands Moana as the Pacific Championships Women kicked off at Santos National Football Stadium on Saturday. Papua New Guinea opened the scoring through Emily Veivers, who converted her own try...

Halftime: Cook Islands lead PNG Orchids

At halftime of the women’s opening match of the Pacific Championships, the Cook Islands Moana lead the PNG Orchids 20–6 at the National Football Stadium. The Moana capitalised on early possession to build their lead, while the Orchids managed to...

PNG Orchids Outplayed by Cook Islands Moana in Santos Stadium Clash

The PNG Orchids were overpowered 34–6 by the Cook Islands Moana in their Pacific Championships Women’s Round 1 clash at Santos National Football Stadium on Saturday. Emily Veivers gave Papua New Guinea an early glimmer of hope, scoring and...

Little Polynesian Resort Named Cook Islands’ Leading Boutique Hotel 2025

Rarotonga, Cook Islands – October 2025 – Rarotonga, Cook Islands – October 2025 – Pacific Resort Hotel Group is honoured to announce that Little Polynesian Resort has been voted Cook Islands’ Leading Boutique Hotel 2025 at the World Travel Awards....

Brendan Piakura embraces Cook Islands return after premiership glory

Brendan Piakuru in training session with the Cook Islands Aitu in Port Moresby (Image: Supplied) Fresh off a historic NRL Premiership win with the Brisbane Broncos, Brendan Piakura is set to pull on the Cook Islands jersey once again in an...

PNG Builds for World Cup glory as Kumuls blend youth and experience

PNG Kumuls members during training yesterday (Image: Supplied) Papua New Guinea Kumuls head coach Jason Demetriou says the 2025 Pacific Championships will be the foundation for PNG’s bold push towards the 2026 Rugby League World Cup. As the Kumuls...

Cook Islands marks historic debut at 2025 Virtus World Athletics

The Cook Islands is marking a momentous milestone in inclusive sport, with its first-ever team to compete at the 2025 Virtus World Athletics Championships in Brisbane, Australia. The moment represents more than just athletic achievement; it is a...

Pacific activists protest deep sea mining as U.S exploration vessel enters port

Greenpeace Australia Pacific RAROTONGA, Wednesday 22 October 2025 — Cook Islanders holding a banner reading “Don’t Mine the Moana” have confronted an exploration vessel as it returned to Rarotonga port today, protesting the emerging threat of...

12 notable ‘Survivor’ contestants who came out as LGBTQ+

Outwit, outplay, outlast. Erika Casupanan; Zeke Smith; Parvati Shallow; Spencer DuhmCBS; Network 10Hosted by Jeff Probst for a milestone total of at least 50 seasons now, Survivor hasn’t necessarily been outwardly marketed for LGBTQ+ viewers, but...

Kamikamica takes commandas youthful Fiji Bati dominate Bowl opener

FIJI Bati captain Tui Kamikamica says the team’s blend of youth and experience is energising camp after their 44-24 win over the Cook Islands Aitu in the Pacific Bowl Championships opener at Santos National Football Stadium, Port Moresby. The...

Pacific Latter-day Saint women build faith, self-reliance and hope through service

20 Oct 2025, 7:00 a.m. MDT Your browser does not support the audio element. Play audio Listen to this Article Audio quality:| Skip back 15 seconds Play audio Skip forward 15 seconds Decrease playback rate 1.0x Increase playback rate 00:00/00:00...

Cook Islands dance connects cultures at Te Maeva Nui NZ 2025

The world’s largest Cook Islands festival kicks off in Tāmaki Makaurau this Friday, celebrating culture and heritage for everyone, Kūki or not. Modeled on the original festival in Rarotonga, Te Maeva Nui NZ (TMNNZ) engages communities from across...

Te Maeva Nui unites Cook Islanders in Aotearoa

In a vibrant display of cultural pride, Cook Islanders gave their all on stage at the Te Maeva Nui New Zealand. Thousands of performers making up ten teams have been preparing for months on end, culminating in two days of energetic performances....

Moana extend lead over Orchids: Women’s Match Update

The Cook Islands Moana remain dominant in the second half of the 2025 Pacific Championships Women’s opening match at the National Football Stadium in Port Moresby. Kerehitina Mayuta added another try for the Moana early in the second half,...

The 2025 Pacific Championships: Women’s Match Update

The second half of the women’s clash between the PNG Orchids and the Cook Islands Moana is now underway. In the first half, the Orchids displayed strong defensive efforts in the opening 10 minutes. However, the Moana managed to break through with...

Fiji Take Third Place With Penalty Shootout Win Over Cook Islands

Press Release – Oceania Football Confederation Fiji and the Cook Islands played out a tense goalless draw in the bronze medal match at the OFC U-19 Womens Championship 2025, with Fiji holding firm to claim third place on penalties. The Young...