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‘Nothing to worry about’: Prime Minister Brown on China agreement
16 February 2025
‘Serious questions’: Opposition challenges China partnership
15 February 2025
No-confidence motion against PM and his Cabinet faces delays
15 February 2025
Ruta Mave: People’s Republic of China red flag
10 February 2025
No debt in China deal
8 February 2025
Thomas Wynne: Haka with the taniwha or dance with the dragon?
8 February 2025
‘Paedophile’ gets 13 years in prison
22 January 2025
Thomas Wynne: Where were our leaders while children suffered?
25 January 2025
$541.7m tourism earnings
25 January 2025
Cook Islands passport proposal
6 January 2025
Top cop position advertised
7 December 2024
Police need numbers and bigger budget
9 December 2024
Niki Rattle: A call for stronger human rights protections
10 December 2024
Solid and Hazardous Waste Bill referred to Parliament committee
10 December 2024
DPM defends CIIC finance and travel policies
6 December 2024
Cook Islands has its first mosque
14 November 2024
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
23 October 2024
CIIC directors seek $350,000 in damages over defamatory claims
21 October 2024
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
Anxiety on the rise: Cook Islands faces mental health challenge
7 September 2024
MCI rejects ‘dark fleet’ label
3 August 2024
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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.
13-year-old questioned in Rarotonga store burglary and rental car thefts
A 13-year-old is currently being questioned by police in connection with the burglary at the TEM Store Parengaru as well as with recent break-ins of rental cars.
The ups and downs of Raro elevators
Rarotonga couple Allan and Shar Gray have jumped aboard the lift in avoiding the ups and downs of traipsing flights of stairs.
Who cares about locals?: Muri residents upset over delayed whale removal
Local residents in Muri have been concerned at the delay in the disposal of a whale carcass which was brought ashore last Friday morning.
New chapter unfolds for Bounty Bookshop
In the heart of Avarua, the iconic Bounty Bookshop and Pacific Supplies embarks on an exciting new chapter.
‘Time is money’: Push for calendar change to align with NZ, Australia
There’s a call for the Cook Islands to jump a day ahead and align its clocks closer to New Zealand and Aussie.
Rarotonga on sale: ‘Spike’ in flight bookings amidst slow tourism season
Airfares between Auckland and Rarotonga have dipped to under $300 as New Zealand’s flag carrier airline launches a flash sale in the midst of the Cook Islands’ slow tourism season.
Chamber of Commerce calls for widespread CCTV coverage
Cook Islands Chamber of Commerce says, given the number of businesses being targeted by criminals in the past 12 months, street cameras are something that must be considered.
Pero parks his ideas of a North American connection for Cook Islands
Businessman Mike Pero has parked his proposal for a North American connection with the Cook Islands.
Lewis tipped to be new Education Secretary
A new Secretary for Education is set to be appointed this week, with National Olympic Committee (CISNOC) secretary-general Owen Lewis tipped to land the job.
As a politician, you’re involved in drama everyday’: PM Brown
The Kuki Cre8tive students were given the golden opportunity to interview Prime Minister Mark Brown, in his first official engagement for the year, and Pa Marie Ariki during their intensive three-day camp this week at the Pa Ariki Palace, which specialised in training for acting, dance, and camera work. Melina Etches reports.
‘No mass exodus’: Cook Islands population predicted to stay steady
New research into Pacific populations predicts that the local population will remain steady over the next few generations. Candice Luke reports.
Te Ipukarea Society: A healthy ocean, more than just a passing FAD
In today’s column, we aim to shed light on the use of drifting Fish Aggregating Devices (dFADs) in tuna purse seine fishing, emphasising the ongoing environmental impact.
Ngaro family seeks healing, honours mother’s memory
The Ngaro family of Aitutaki have issued a statement regarding a highly publicised incident at the funeral of the late Toko Kirianu Ngaro. Candice Luke reports.
Eggelton appointed new Cook Islands Finance chair
Cook Islands Financial Services Development Authority (FSDA), the government agency dedicated to promoting and advancing the financial services industry, has appointed Karla Eggelton as chairperson of the FSDA Board of Directors.
Twelve new educators join Cook Islands schools and ministry
Te Maraurau o te Pae Api’i Cook Islands Ministry of Education has officially welcomed 12 new employees this week who will soon begin their roles in the islands.
CI Tourism industry presses for answers on immigration policy
Cook Islands tourism leaders are set to meet Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) bosses to keep the pressure on for policy changes.
Rental cars targeted in theft spree
A rental company is calling on the Cook Islands community to help stop a recent trend of car thefts targeting rental vehicles. Losirene Lacanivalu reports.
Cargo ship back in service after fire incident
The Ministry of Transport remains tight-lipped about an investigation into a Taio Shipping vessel fire from early November 2023, which damaged cargo destined for the northern group islands.
Cook Islands prepares for Festival of Pacific Arts 2024 with 100-strong delegation
Cultural experts Mark Short and his partner Jane Rubena will be leading the Cook Islands Performing Dance Troupe to the world’s largest celebration of indigenous Pacific Islanders at the 13th Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture (FestPAC) which will convene in Honolulu, Hawaii, from June 6 to 16 this year.
Cook Islands faces Covid complacency as cases rise
Concerns are mounting about a potential complacency towards Covid safety measures after new cases emerged in Rarotonga and the outer islands.
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