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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.
Defendant denies supplying cannabis,
A jury of nine women and two men will decide if an Aitutaki man is guilty of supplying cannabis following a two-day trial on Rarotonga.
Cruise ship makes detour to Palmerston with medical supplies
With the next cargo ship visit to Palmerston two months away, a passing cruise ship will be dropping off medical supplies to the island on its way to Tonga.
Mousing around town: Mickey and Minnie jingle all the way in Rarotonga
Disney’s beloved characters, Mickey and Minnie Mouse, brought cheer to the annual Tropical Christmas float parade yesterday, drawing a respectable crowd to the festive event.
Bread prices rise again
The Price Tribunal has confirmed an increase in bread prices, effective Sunday, December 10. This new price structure applies only to rectangular, sliced loaves produced by Avarua Bakery and Turoa Bakery.
Fisheries commission meeting ends today, decisions on key proposals expected
The 20th Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC20) concludes today at the National Auditorium, with decisions expected on several key proposals.
Santa’s coming to town (and he’s bringing fireworks!)
Rotaract Rarotonga is gearing up for its annual Christmas in the Park event, which will be held on Thursday, December 14, at the National Auditorium.
Raro bound French Navy ship open to public tours
The French Navy ship Arago is in Rarotonga today offering public tours from 2pm to 5pm daily until Sunday.
Government agencies partner to address traffic congestion and improve safety
Police, Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure Cook Islands (ICI) will be taking actions to better manage traffic in the Avarua town centre to reduce risks, improve pedestrian safety and experience as well as measures for public transport.
Aitutaki drug trial delayed over witness incrimination
The jury trial of an Aitutaki man facing a supply of cannabis charge has been hampered by multiple delays on its first day, including a call by the Judge to adjourn on the grounds of a witness incriminating themselves.
Arrest made in fatal accident of beloved Cook Islands pilot
The Royal Solomon Island Police Force (RSIPF) has arrested a 20-year-old male suspect in connection with the fatal accident involving a Cook Islands national in Honiara on December 3rd.
‘Overcrowding and sustainability’ fears cloud turtle tourism industry
A revised Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Cook Islands turtle tour operators and the Cook Islands Tourism Corporation has been proposed as the new guidelines for operations in the Avaavaroa Passage.
Cook Islands youth leaders urged to tap into $16,000 grants
Grants of US$10,000 (NZ$16,239) are up for grabs for Cook Islands alumni of a Pacific youth leadership development programme, to design and implement projects which will help address issues in the region.
PM urges global action at COP28
Taking centre stage at the 28th Conference of the Parties to the UN Climate Change Convention over the weekend in Dubai, Prime Minister Mark Brown called upon world leaders to consider those on the frontlines of an environmental war ‘we did not initiate’.
Pacific police unite to build networks and capability for a safer region
Fifteen Pacific police agencies are attending the three-day Pacific Community for Law Enforcement Cooperation (PCLEC) meeting to discuss the ongoing development and strengthening of its network.
Tourism launches business survey
Cook Islands Tourism is seeking the input of businesses across the country to identify the key challenges and opportunities they face.
Strong winds ravage Penrhyn: Island calls for urgent weather alert upgrade
Penrhyn residents are reeling after strong winds ripped through their homes early yesterday morning, causing significant damage and raising concerns about the lack of timely warnings.
Aitutaki drug trial hinges on cryptic messages, expert analysis
Text messages, drug analysis, and expert testimony are the Crown’s mainstays in its case against an alleged Aitutaki drug dealer, Gray Ronald Pitomaki Turia.
Climate change, overfishing: Pacific tuna faces ‘unprecedented challenges’
The annual regional fisheries meeting to discuss and address crucial matters concerning tuna fisheries and the marine ecosystems they inhabit began yesterday with a traditional welcome and official opening ceremony at the National Auditorium.
Cook Islands and Samsung team up to spark innovation in youth
South Korean mobile phone manufacturing company Samsung aims to foster a culture of innovative thinking and problem-solving among Cook Islands youth through the launch of design thinking innovative Solve for Tomorrow challenge.
Tupapa legacy waste collection dates released
In an effort to rid the island of legacy waste, the ‘Titā ki te Titā kore’ collection project will continue this week in the district of Tupapa, starting tomorrow through to Friday.
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