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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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Man found guilty of rape, burglary
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MPs’ travel expenses exceed $350,000 in six months
Cook Islands MPs spent over $350,000 on overseas travel in the first half of the 2024/25 financial year, with a significantly increased budget allowing for further expenditures and calls to upgrade MP travel classes.
Court news
Chief Justice Patrick Keane presided over several criminal matters through an audio-visual link at the Cook Islands High Court yesterday.
Kairua appointed Secretary of Cultural Development
A new Secretary of the Ministry of Cultural Development has been appointed following Anthony Turua’s resignation late last year.
Public lands on runway for Airport Authority’s 50th Anniversary Celebration
Close to 4000 delighted people laughed and beamed as they walked, ran, cycled, and skated along Rarotonga’s International Airport runway on Tuesday in commemoration of its 50th anniversary, to be celebrated on Monday next week.
Visitor arrivals jump 26 per cent in 2023
Visitor arrivals for 2023 have jumped 26.3 per cent of the number recorded in the year 2022, exceeding the expectations of the Cook Islands tourism industry.
High sea swells warning issued
Cook Islands Meteorological Services issued a heavy swell warning for both the Southern and Northern Cook Islands yesterday.
Tourist safe after a night on the mountain
A 40-year-old tourist was located at the Ikurangi track after a night in the cold, and police say it was not exactly a rescue mission for them since the tourist took care of herself and was still fit.
Drink driving accused appear in court
Sailosi Waqalala Ratuvukivuki appeared before Justice of the Peace John Whitta at the Avarua Criminal Court on Thursday last week for a charge of excess blood alcohol and careless driving.
Cooks rates poorly in WHO and World Bank universal health coverage report
Cook Islands has ranked poorly in the Pacific according to a Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Global Monitoring Report, produced by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the World Bank.
Volunteer fire brigade kicks off 2024 with more resources
Puaikura Volunteer Fire Brigade has new resources in the battle against the blaze.
Meteorological Service gets boost for better forecasts
Cook Islands Meteorological Service is among five Pacific islands nations with access to approximately US$50 million (NZ$82m) to enhance its capability.
JP wary of pressuring complainant
An assault on a female case was adjourned after the defence requested time for family mediation, sparking a debate about pressuring the complainant and cultural practices in domestic violence cases.
Airport tour offers rare glimpse into Rarotonga’s travel hub
In the lead up to next week’s 50th anniversary celebration of the Rarotonga International Airport, passengers on “Flight Bus Number 50” public tour broke into heartfelt island songs, cherishing the milestone moment of riding along the airport runway.
Apii Te Uki Ou students take off for new year with Airport Tour
Senior students at Apii Te Uki Ou kicked off their 2024 academic year and first day back at school yesterday with a unique experience – a bus tour on the Rarotonga International Airport.
Immigration policy changes on hold awaiting PM approval, says MFAI
The proposed immigration policy changes considered by the National Labour Advisory Board (NLAB) in September last year are sitting with Prime Minister Mark Brown for his approval, says the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI).
Busy year of bulletins, warnings
The Cook Islands Meteorological Service’s annual report tabled in Parliament last month, highlighted a busy year of weather monitoring and warnings.
Transport sees rise in licence renewals
The Cook Islands Land Transport Authority saw increased licence renewals, policy development, and promising initiatives in Pa Enua, with road safety collaboration and legislative review planned for the future.
Pause on Sydney flights estimated to cost national economy $2.21m
The Cook Islands economy is bracing for a more than $2 million loss in revenue when direct flights from Australia are suspended for the final month of summer.
$1.7 million govt electric cars not compatible with charging station
A $1.7 million fleet of electric cars bought by the government were not compatible with the intended charging station at Te Aponga Uira (TAU), forcing authorities to install two at the Office of the Prime Minister. Al Williams reports.
Lucky escape for driver after van plunges into stream
A 24-year-old male driver escaped serious injury when his van veered off the road in Aroa and tumbled into a stream.
Embracing island life and education
New teachers from Aotearoa New Zealand, Fiji, and Papua New Guinea bring diverse experiences and enthusiasm to Cook Islands classrooms.
Schools gear up for busy year
Schools in the Cook Islands are gearing up for the start of the new academic year, and parents are being advised to support their children with their studies.
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