Stories by Tiana Haxton

Health officials in the Cook Islands are taking steps to improve the health of the nation's youngest citizens, turning their focus to the critical first 1000 days of a child's life.

Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown is not surprised at the swell of opposition against the Treaty Principles Bill in Aotearoa.

Mana Castledine kicked her way into the world, weighing only 653 grams and four months premature, after her mum, Louisa, was medevaced to Aotearoa. Audio

A new musical version of Tolkien's epic novels is an all-singing, all-dancing immersion into Middle-earth.

Established in 2016, Tautua Dance Academy quickly gained recognition for its traditional Siva Samoa programs in schools.

Pasifika opera singers say there is a demand for Polynesian talent in the prestigious art form after tear-jerking performances at Opera in Rarotonga event. Audio

The sold-out show at Eden Park was full of energy, from both the rapper and the 50,000 strong crowd.

From emotional ballads to powerhouse performances, from soul-felt guitar to traditional ukulele showcases, the competition uncovered hidden gems in the island community.

Four thousand athletes and staff participated in 25 sports, including beach handball, volleyball, rugby, athletics, speed coconut husking, and tree climbing.

Over 3000 athletes, representing 11 islands, will be participating in the third edition of the two-week multi-sport event, which kick off in Rarotonga this weekend. Audio

President David Adeang has told global leaders at the United Nations that the world will miss out on decarbonising the planet if deep sea mining does not start immediately.

A new weather radar installed at the at Fua'amotu Airport is expected to empower Tonga to issue crucial early warnings, reducing the impact of severe weather on vulnerable communities.

The Fijian PM joins other Pacific leaders, from the Solomon Islands, Vanuatu and Nauru, who have had the red carpet rolled out by Beijing this year.

Hawaii's new legislation banning seabed mining has come into force Tuesday after it was signed into law by Governor Josh Green. Audio

Regional 'Safe Schools' lead John Lilo said Pacific school children are particularly vulnerable to the impacts of natural disasters. Audio

More than 500 young people were part of delegations representating 25 nations. Miss Pacific Islands Moemoeana Schwenke says it's time for youth to take the lead. Audio

Master carvers from across the region have spent the week side by side, carving giant exhibition pieces to be displayed this weekend.

The declaration solidifies their commitment to strengthen relationships and share knowledge on how to collectively face challenges confronting Pacific people.

A community elder from Guam says the Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture event is about more than "revitalising cultures". Audio

It was a sentiment echoed loudly and proudly by all other parading nations at the official opening of the 13th Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture in Hawai'i.

Hundreds of indigenous Pacific islanders are gathered in Hawai'i for the 13th Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture. Audio

Small Island Developing States (SIDS) from around the world are in Antigua and Barbuda to develop a 10 year prosperity and sustainable development plan. Audio

This brings the total cases reported since November last year to 250. Audio

The country's inaugural Pride Week - Anuanua Week - was full of colourful activities and events exploring the diversity of LGBTQIA+ communities and their rights across the Pacific. Audio

Drumcliffe, a high-value debt collector specialising in international asset seizure, hired at least two Cook Islands-based lawyers to draft the Tainted Cryptocurrency Recovery Bill 2023. Audio