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Niki Rattle: A call for stronger human rights protections
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Solid and Hazardous Waste Bill referred to Parliament committee
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DPM defends CIIC finance and travel policies
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Cook Islands has its first mosque
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CI Muslim opens up about her faith and journey
16 November 2024
RAC to address mosque legality
19 November 2024
I don’t expect much change: PM Brown on US Elections
6 November 2024
Fifth weekly Sydney flight to Rarotonga announced
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CIIC directors seek $350,000 in damages over defamatory claims
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Man found guilty of rape, burglary
24 September 2024
Tenants face water bill burden
8 October 2024
Concerns over Minister’s role in inmate work releases: PAC
5 October 2024
Tourism contribution set to surpass half-billion dollar mark
25 September 2024
Parliament Clerk sparks outrage over deep sea mining statement
23 September 2024
Deep sea dilemma: Cook Islanders weigh the cost of mineral riches
21 September 2024
Anxiety on the rise: Cook Islands faces mental health challenge
7 September 2024
Cook Islands deep sea mining poll sparks controversy
7 September 2024
MCI rejects ‘dark fleet’ label
3 August 2024
Rising seas, rising costs: Climate impacts on Cook Islands economy
2 September 2024
Inflation eases but concerns remain
31 August 2024
Prime Minister defends $659,000 MPs travel bill
23 August 2024
Taxpayers foot $659,000 bill for MPs travel and allowance
22 August 2024
Corruption report exposes ‘bribe and sexual favours’
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PM Brown eager to hand over Forum chair role to Tonga
13 August 2024
ICI explains road works delay in front of old Sheraton site
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Housing crisis hits tourism industry
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MCI rejects ‘dark fleet’ label
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Challenging ‘rape culture’
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Articles by Supplied
Building resilience against trafficking in fishing sector
Wednesday 11 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) participated in a two-day introductory workshop on Identifying and Referring Victims of Trafficking and Labour Exploitation in the Context of the Fishing Industry.
Niki Rattle: A call for stronger human rights protections
Tuesday 10 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion
National Human Rights Day is observed annually around the world on December 10. It commemorates the anniversary of one of the world’s most groundbreaking global pledges: the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). The Cook Islands Ombudsman Office celebrates this International Human Rights Day by recognising what is being done to uphold the state obligations and continue to oversee what is yet to be achieved, writes Ombudsman Niki Rattle.
Letter: Ruta’s column
Tuesday 10 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, I only know of the Cook Island News via the roving opinion pieces by Ruth Mave.
Letter: ‘Akamanako o’onu - think deeply!
Tuesday 10 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, Reflection after reading ‘Deep-sea promotion, not consultation’, Monday, 25 November.
Cook Islands participate in inaugural ASEAN maritime and connectivity conference
Tuesday 10 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in National
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) director of International and Trade Division, Mackenzi Wichman, participated in the inaugural Maritime Cooperation and Connectivity Conference, an implementation project of the ASEAN Outlook on the Indo-Pacific in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Cooks volleyball team compete in Matariki Cup Comp
Monday 9 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Sports, Volleyball
Cook Islands National Volleyball mens and womens teams left for Tahiti in the weekend to compete in the Matariki Cup Challenge against Aotearoa Māori Poirewa and Volleyball Tahiti from December 9 to 14.
Letter:
Monday 9 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor. The Government and TTV says, “it will bill the registered owners of the connection". What connection? Rarotonga has never had registered water connections before! How is the connection identified? Please, tell us.
Cook Islands at the International Court of Justice
Monday 9 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands has made history by concluding its participation in the oral hearings at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) regarding the request for an advisory opinion on the obligations of States in relation to climate change.
Man hospitalised after crashing into a power pole
Monday 9 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Crime, National
A 34-year-old man was admitted to the Rarotonga Hospital after he crashed in Muri on Sunday morning. It is a suspected alcohol-related incident.
Cooks delegation returns from roundtable talks
Saturday 7 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National
Australia recently hosted a Cook Islands delegation, under a tailored programme themed around connectivity, with delegates traveling to Sydney, Uluru, Canberra, Brisbane, and Lady Elliot Island to share perspectives and strengthen ties.
Vitues in Paradise: Best Holidays Ever!
Saturday 7 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise
Preparations for the holidays are now underway, and rellies are already arriving. We all start out with high hopes for a memorable and enjoyable family celebration, yet there are often disruptions that pop that bubble of hope, resulting in disappointment and disillusionment about the magic of the season, writes Linda Kavelin-Popov.
2024 CIFA Knock-Out Comp set for action today
Saturday 7 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The much-anticipated semi-finals of the 2024 CIFA Knock-Out competition have arrived, promising an exciting day of football as teams from across the island vie for a coveted spot in the finals.
Smoke signal: Funding priorities
Friday 6 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Smoke Signals
It would appear that the Prime Minister / Minister for Police is satisfied with the New Zealand funded Police staff retraining/ upskilling program…problem that the Minister does not appear to realise that the Police Force is still 30 to 40 personnel short, so clearly being so short staffed , they are unable to cover all the daily critical areas that Policing usually covers.
Captain Ian Finley receives International Maritime award
Friday 6 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Captain Ian Finley, Permanent Representative of the Cook Islands to the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), who has represented the Cook Islands with distinction on the international stage, received the International Maritime Prize on December 2, at the IMO headquarters in London.
Police attend to 181 incidents in November
Friday 6 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Crime, National
Cook Islands Police have reported that last month closed off with a monthly total of 181 incidents reported.
ABC Radio now in the Cook Islands
Friday 6 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
For the first time in a decade, the Australian Broadcasting Corporation’s international radio service – ABC Radio Australia – has returned to Rarotonga on 91.5FM.
Teremoana signs with Matchroom
Thursday 5 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Boxing, Sports
Aussie heavyweight knockout machine, Cook Islander Teremoana Teremoana has signed with global boxing powerhouse Matchroom, joining the likes of Jai Opetaia, Liam Paro, Skye Nicolson and George Kambosos in the promoter’s stable.
‘It Starts with Me’: Ending the cycle of violence
Thursday 5 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
The 16 Days of Activism against gender-based violence began last week. Te Punanga Oraanga Matutu’s Rowena Manning reflects on the campaign and White Ribbon Day, and the underlying causes of violence in our society, writes - Rowena Manning.
Letter: Take your rubbish home with you
Thursday 5 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, I am writing this letter with the hope that this letter reaches those who need to know. I am a very proud Tupapa Maraerenga resident who has lived in this village for most of my 62 years. My family has been a part of this village for over 70 years.
Grassroots football kicks off CIFA Knock-Outs semi-final
Wednesday 4 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Today marks an exciting milestone in the 2024 CIFA Knock-Outs Competition as the grassroots teams step into the spotlight for the semi-finals.
