Saturday 1 June 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art, Education, Features, National
A Chinese Bridge Competition held at the University of the South Pacific (USP) Cook Islands Campus this week saw students participating in Chinese language and proficiency and discussing their understanding of the Chinese culture.
Saturday 1 June 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National
Cook Islands National Environment Service’s draft Environment Management Plan for the southern sea passages of Rarotonga, which focuses on addressing matters such as turtle conservation, is expected to be released by the end of June.
Saturday 1 June 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
The case of a juvenile alleged of unlawfully taking a government vehicle has been adjourned to July 4.
Saturday 1 June 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Editor's Pick, Health, National
Cook Islands confirmed one new tuberculosis (TB) case after four cases were reported in 2023, with all but one from last year completing treatment.
Friday 31 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
After a successful opening round of competition, teams are ready to battle in round two of the annual Rising Stars Championship at Raemaru Park in Arorangi today.
Thursday 30 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Other Sports, Sports
Nine schools in the Cook Islands participated in the World Mile Challenge 2024 completing 1610 miles.
Thursday 30 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A man in remand accused of raping minors aged under 14 has had additional charges of indecent assault and inducing indecent act added.
Thursday 30 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Local, National, Tourism
Cook Islands celebrated the first anniversary of their direct flights from Honolulu, hoping to attract more North American tourists despite a slow start.
Wednesday 29 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Tourism
The New Zealand High Commission in the Cook Islands has advised applicants to check the extended processing time (up to 8 weeks) before applying for a New Zealand passport due to system upgrades.
Wednesday 29 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A man with a medical health condition has been ordered not to drive for three years due to health concerns raised at the Criminal Court in Avarua yesterday.
Wednesday 29 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A woman was sentenced to 12 months’ probation supervision, including attending counselling, for assaulting a 69-year-old man in front of his grandchild.
Tuesday 28 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Sports
Cook Islands athletics team, led by top middle distance runner Alex Beddoes and including record-holder Daniel Tolosa, heads to the Oceania Athletics Championship in Fiji aiming for personal bests and medals.
Tuesday 28 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National, Pacific Islands, Regional
Cook Islands Audit believes the new Pacific Association of Supreme Audit Institutions (PASAI) Strategy for 2024 -2034 that was adopted in Rarotonga last week is aligned well with their strategic intent.
Tuesday 28 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Police are investigating a car crash that occurred early yesterday morning in Tupapa. The car collided with a power pole along the main road.
Tuesday 28 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
Cook Islands recorded 13 cancer cases in the first quarter of 2024, with skin cancer being the most common.
Monday 27 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Football, Sports
Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee (CISNOC) president Hugh Graham will step down from his role once the sporting organisation’s membership approves the 2023 financial accounts.
Monday 27 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National
Cook Islands is hopeful for a final agreement on a new global treaty to fight plastic pollution with a focus on upstream measures to limit production and control hazardous chemicals.
Monday 27 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A Pa Enua indecent assault suspect, a man, was transferred to Rarotonga on Thursday afternoon and has been remanded at the Arorangi Prison Services.
Saturday 25 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Other Sports, Sports
The annual Rising Stars Championship started yesterday with students from Rarotonga competing in the rugby and netball competitions at Raemaru Park in Arorangi.
Saturday 25 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Cricket, Sports
Cook Islands Cricket Super Slam competition heads into round two playoff today at the Turangi Oval, starting at 11am.