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Cook Islands passport proposal
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Top cop position advertised
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Police need numbers and bigger budget
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Niki Rattle: A call for stronger human rights protections
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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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Cook Islands has its first mosque
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CI Muslim opens up about her faith and journey
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RAC to address mosque legality
19 November 2024
I don’t expect much change: PM Brown on US Elections
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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
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Tourism contribution set to surpass half-billion dollar mark
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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
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MCI rejects ‘dark fleet’ label
3 August 2024
Rising seas, rising costs: Climate impacts on Cook Islands economy
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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’
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Cook Islands establishes Destination Stewardship Advisory Group
The Cook Islands Government has taken a bold step towards a sustainable and inclusive future with the establishment of the Destination Stewardship Advisory Group (DSAG).
Nukutere inducts 14 new prefects
Families, friends and loved ones of 14 Nukutere College students gathered together yesterday to celebrate their induction as newly-selected prefects for this academic year.
DPM defends CIIC finance and travel policies
Deputy Prime Minister, Albert Nicholas has defended Cook Islands Investment Corporation’s (CIIC) financial practices and travel policies which were raised in the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) annual review report for 2022-2023.
Bike rally for White Ribbon awareness
The Ministry of Internal Affairs hosted a bike rally on Thursday as part of its 16 Days of Activism for White Ribbon, a global movement to end domestic violence.
Goldsworthy shines at Apii Te Uki Ou prize giving
Yesterday, Te Are Karioi Nui domes came alive with entertaining cultural performances by the Apii Te Uki Ou students and academic award presentations to celebrate the school’s Prize Giving Day.
New cargo-passenger vessel to arrive in July 2025, confirms PM
Prime Minister Mark Brown has announced that the new cargo-passenger vessel funded by the Japanese government is set to arrive in July 2025.
Year-long legal battle ends in $100 fine for nightclub brawl
After a year on bail and seven days in custody, local plumber Tangimetua Tangimetua, a father of two, has been convicted and fined $100 for his involvement in a nightclub brawl in November 2023.
Evening Paunu sessions prove popular
More than 70 babies and toddlers aged 10 weeks to five years received Paunu health checks at the various clinics across the island last month.
Autism students serve up a delicious experience
Autism Cook Islands (ACI) is forging ahead with their student training programme at their Studio Blue centre in Nikao having catered for 17 invited guests.
Gribble named Dux of Apii Takitumu
Apii Takitumu held its annual prize giving awards yesterday, bringing together parents, families and the community to celebrate the achievements of their students.
Parliament forms committee to examine religious restrictions
A special select committee has been formed to examine the Religious Organisations Restrictions Act 1975 and address issues related to the introduction of new religious organisations in the Cook Islands.
Stage set for White Ribbon events
The White Ribbon’s Free Family Concert and Motorbike Rally, which were postponed last week due to wet weather conditions, will be held today and tomorrow, respectively.
Whooping cough alert: Ministry of Health increases border vigilance against illness
Cook Islands has increased border vigilance against pertussis (whooping cough) following outbreaks in New Zealand and Samoa.
Fishermen question fairness of Port Authority’s $50 monthly water fees
For the first time, fishermen operating out of the Avatiu harbour will be required to pay for water usage, a move driven by the newly established water tariffs set by the local water authority, To Tatou Vai.
Cook Islands strengthens maritime capacity at regional workshop
A multi-agency Cook Islands delegation participated in the International Maritime Organization (IMO) SMART-C Leadership Programme: Regional Workshop on the Implementation of IMO Instruments.
Ei katu helps cancer survivor shield loved ones
A New Zealand cancer survivor used the traditional Cook Islands headwear, ei katu, to conceal her illness from her elderly mother for 18 months, highlighting the emotional toll of cancer and the importance of support systems.
Police strengthen force amidst staffing challenges
Despite continuing to deal with challenging staff numbers, the Cook Islands Police are upskilling more officers.
Environment groups demand proper public survey on seabed mining
Local environmental groups are urging the Government to conduct a comprehensive survey to determine public support for seabed mining before further action is taken.
Committee reviewing water petition: Vainerere
The Bills, Petitions and Papers Committee is still working on its final report on the Keep Our Water Free Petition.
Minister Elikana cautions against limiting religious organisations
Minister of Foreign Affairs Tingika Elikana fired back at the Opposition Member of Parliament (MP) for Matavera, Vaitoti Tupa, on his suggestion to revisit the Religious Organisation Restrictions Act 1975 to further limit religious organisations in the country.
Cook Islands Government withdraws controversial Cryptocurrency Bill for ‘redrafting’
Cook Islands Government has withdrawn the Tainted Cryptocurrency Recovery Bill 2023 following widespread criticism and a recommendation from the special select committee to remove the controversial bill.
Aitutaki water crisis: Government and contractor clash over solutions
A local contractor and the government disagree on the best solution to Aitutaki’s water shortage, with the government favouring pump upgrades and the contractor advocating for additional water galleries.
