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Cook Islands passport proposal
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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
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’
17 January 2023
PM Brown eager to hand over Forum chair role to Tonga
13 August 2024
Challenging ‘rape culture’
8 July 2024
National
Annual water safety training offers key skills for marine operators
Cook Islands Tourism (CIT) will host its upcoming Annual Water Safety Training, a programme aimed at enhancing the safety skills of water-based operators.
PM Brown confident in Pacific Islands Forum leadership despite political change in Tonga
The sudden resignation of Tonga’s former prime minister Hu’akavameiliku Siaosi Sovaleni had left a temporary gap in the leadership of the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF), but Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown remains confident that the situation will soon stabilise.
Two months of professional services expenses come with a $190,000 bill
Professional services expenses have cost the Cook Islands government nearly $200,000 in just two months.
11 stonefish poisoning cases so far
There have been 11 stonefish poisoning cases reported at the Rarotonga Hospital since January 18 this year. This was confirmed by the outgoing director of hospital health services, Dr Yin Yin May.
MFAI secures seat on NZ flight to bring home remaining residents
The remaining 28 Cook Islands residents in Jerusalem were set to fly out of Tel Aviv early this morning as the Israel-Hamas war enters its eighth day. Rashneel Kumar reports.
Pink Ribbon Day awareness: Early detection is key
In a global effort to raise awareness on breast cancer, October has been designated as Pink Month. During this time, there are efforts to educate the public about the disease, including early identification and the signs and symptoms of breast cancer.
High tropical cyclone risk: Cook Islands braces for two to three cyclones this season
Two to three named cyclones are expected to pass through the Cook Islands this tropical cyclone season.
World Food Day event celebrates Cook Islands produce and culture
The Ministry of Agriculture’s World Food Day event at Terevete Park yesterday drew over 55 stallholders selling a variety of fresh produce, plants, and crafts.
Te Ipukarea Society: Securing our future through ongoing environmental education of our youth
It has been a busy school holiday period working alongside the Cook Islands Voyaging Society, Kōrero o te ‘Ōrau and 40 plus senior ‘Ātui’anga ki te Tango and Mata Nātura students from Aitutaki, Mitiaro, Atiu, Mauke, Mangaia and Rarotonga.
Ministry of Justice building lift and remedial works nearing completion
Following a number of unexpected delays, the lift project at the Ministry of Justice building is set to be completed by the end of this month, Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) said in a statement.
High Court adjourns sentencing to confirm conviction details
The Cook Islands High Court has once again adjourned the sentencing of Joshua Utanga, who is accused of assaulting his ex-partner, to Tuesday, October 17.
New Zealand Election Day: Still time for eligible Cook Islands residents to vote
Anyone on Rarotonga, eligible, wanting to cast a vote in person for the 2023 New Zealand general election, has until 4pm today.
New Ombudsman Office provides inclusive and accessible space for all
In a significant step towards inclusivity and equal access to justice, the new Te Mata Akamoeau Ombudsman Office opened yesterday, providing a warm and welcoming space for everyone, including people with disabilities, to seek and receive assistance.
Solid Hazardous Waste Bill yet to be finalised
The much anticipated Solid and Hazardous Waste Bill is yet to be finalised.
TAU digital billing starts
As of October 4, Rarotonga electricity company Te Aponga Uira (TAU) moved to full digital billing with a combination of actual and estimated metre readings.
Cook Islands joins talks on Global Plastics Treaty
Cook Islands joined Small Island Developing States (SIDS) in Bangkok this week for talks on Global Plastics Treaty, mainly discussing the fine print of the treaty.
Brain damage reported following assault
‘The victim continues to require physical and cognitive assistance’
$33 million boost : Jetstar to add fourth weekly flight from Sydney to Rarotonga
The Cook Islands is set to earn an additional $33 million annually from the fourth weekly direct flight from Sydney to Rarotonga, which will commence from March next year.
Cook Islands welcomes more non-stop flights from Sydney to Rarotonga
Ahead of next year’s Easter holidays, Jetstar is launching a fourth weekly service between Sydney and Rarotonga.
Traditional voyaging revived as Te Puna Marama launches new programme
Vaka Paikea’s scheduled sail from Rarotonga to the island of Mitiaro tomorrow, Friday, will mark the beginning of another voyage for Te Puna Marama Voyaging Foundation UNESCO Teretereanga Vaka programme.
Cook Islands to celebrate World Food Day
‘Water is Life, Water is Food, Leave No One Behind’ is the theme for this year’s World Food Day event which will be held tomorrow, October 13.
Govt in talks with Australia to evacuate Cook Islanders, if situation deteriorates
The Cook Islands government is in talks with Australia to evacuate 28 Cook Islanders and residents sheltering in Jericho if the Israeli-Hamas conflict escalates further. Rashneel Kumar and Losirene Lacanivalu report.
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