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CIIC directors seek $350,000 in damages over defamatory claims
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Man found guilty of rape, burglary
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Tenants face water bill burden
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Parliament’s 12 sitting days sufficient for business: Clerk
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Parliament’s 12 sitting days sufficient for business: Clerk
24 September 2024
Tapaitau and Charlie-Puna released to ‘family jobs’
21 September 2024
Police apprehend four juveniles in connection with motorcycle thefts
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
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MCI rejects ‘dark fleet’ label
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Rising seas, rising costs: Climate impacts on Cook Islands economy
2 September 2024
Inflation eases but concerns remain
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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’
17 January 2023
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
10 August 2024
Diaspora dismayed over lack of Te Maeva Nui livestream
8 August 2024
Everyone is a winner, says Culture
7 August 2024
Local women outshine global peers in business leadership
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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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Features
Master Navigator and Canadian journalist team up on a history of voyaging
It has been almost 40 years since the first ocean-going vaka of the modern age arrived to the Cook Islands. Some readers will remember Hōkūle’a’s first visit in September 1985, and since then a growing fleet of canoes has come and gone from these shores, including several built or based here, such as Takitumu, Te Au O Tonga, Marumaru Atua, Paikea, and canoes built for the Festival of Pacific Arts in 1992. Jennifer Kingsley writes.
Read, read, read
To be a writer, you need to read, read, read, says children’s book author Karen McMillan, who recently wrote Elastic Island Adventures: Rarotonga.
Quiet quest to recoup millions from Chinese firm continues
For nearly two years, Government has been trying to recoup $13 million from a Chinese firm, which is alleged to have carried out shoddy work on the nation’s largest-ever infrastructure project. Its fight continues with no sign of a resolution in sight.
‘Whether we live or die, we are the Lord’s’
More than a person has mentioned to me the high number of funerals we seem to be having this year. I agree. A little surprising in that none of these deaths in the country is from Covid-19. By Bishop Paul Donoghue (Catholic Church).
‘Cook Islanders have served bravely and with distinction’
Local war veterans were remembered at the 102nd Armistice Day commemoration in Rarotonga on Wednesday November 11 - the day when an armistice was signed to end the Great War.
‘To change the world, we must change the way we see it first’ - Photos expose controversial industry
Local photographer Alex King's recent exhibition in Rarotonga sheds light on the environmental effects of the palm oil industry.
Real men do cry and talk
A serious health scare brought Ngatangiia MP Tamaiva Tuavera to his knees. Melina Etches sat down with Tuavera, who openly shared his story in the hope that other men will do the same especially during the month of November.
Jim Marurai: The unexpected prime minister
Former Cook Islands prime minister Jim Marurai passed away peacefully at the age of 73, in his Ivirua home on the southern island of Mangaia, where he was born and raised. Veteran journalist Florence Syme-Buchanan pens a poignant tribute to the former leader.
Age does not matter when God has plans for you, says ordained Reverend
Hard work and sacrifice are the keys to success in any vocation, but commitment to faith and God will give rewards in life that are priceless.
The influence of relationships
When we begin to respect and accept the differences we have with other people, it becomes easier for us to love and appreciate them.
Recipe: Giving fish its rightful place in your dietary habits
For some smooth and moist rukau and succulent fish, try Mereana Hutchinson's recipe for Moana-Roa Mahimahi.
A US election like no other
Former Cook Islands News editor Richard Moore was in Manhattan this week, capturing the mood on the streets of New York.
Sumatra: The last place on Earth
A local photographer hopes to bring Cook Islanders closer to an experience that will open their eyes to what many describe as one of world’s worst industries; the palm oil industry in Indonesia.
An amazing journey of recovery and hope
Cool, calm and collected Mata Pera is a feisty warrior who has battled breast cancer.
Keeping his comics on the down-low
Young Cook Islands comic artist Montel Williams hopes to one day show his art to the world but only when he’s ready.
Transforming our ‘tight spots’ with God’s help
How can God help us when we experience “tight spots” in life? Pastor Eric Toleafoa, of the Cook Islands Seventh-day Adventist Church, explains the Bible’s message.
Chef Phillip Nordt: Don’t muck around with crayfish
RECIPE: Be delicate when dealing with crayfish, writes Executive Chef Phillip Nordt.
‘Island Blues’ at art exhibition
Young and talented Rarotonga artists will be showcasing their unique work this evening at a special exhibition themed ‘Island Blues’.
Family reunion: A chance to know more
The first William (George) Ellis Family Reunion will take place from November 27–29, giving his descendants a chance to explore their roots.
The unexpected weatherman
With piles of weather reports and data sprawled all over his office, Arona Ngari is a weather man through and through, even though it wasn’t his first career choice. Losirene Lacanivalu sat down with him.
Mountain climb no easy feat but worth every step
The hike up Arore mountain in Muri can be quite a walk and is not for the fainthearted. Cook Islands News journalist Losirene Lacanivalu rose to the challenge, and the reward was breath taking.
'Fighting fires ran through his veins … he will be dearly missed'
“When a call comes in that there is a fire on the west side of Rarotonga, chances are Barry Hill would have been first at the scene.”
