[1][2] The Cook Islands participated in the 2021 Women's Rugby League World Cup which, after a delay due to the Covid-19 pandemic, was played in November 2022.

[3] The withdrawal of intended hosts France, in August 2023, prompted a review by the governing body, which resulted in a reduction in the number of teams, from sixteen to eight.

Cook Islands women's teams participated in the mid 1990s Oceania Cup tournaments in New Zealand.

[5] After a loss by a large margin in their opening fixture against New Zealand, Cook Islands won their second game against Tokelau.

[7] After losses by large margins to New Zealand and Australia, the Cook Islands team had an upset victory over England.