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National
Jewels of the Cook Islands ready to shine at Dine and Dance event
A New Zealand-based Cook Islands entertainment group is on the island and is set to perform tonight in what they say will be a magical night of dining and dancing in Rarotonga.
Aitutaki community re-establishes traditional ra’ui to protect marine
The Aitutaki community has re-established a traditional ra’ui, a temporary fishing ban, in their lagoon to protect marine life and ensure sustainable resource management, with support from the National Environment Service.
Emergency services call for more care from Raro motorists
A senior fire officer has called out Rarotonga motorists following hold ups during an emergency on the island.
PM in Fiji for bilateral, regional engagements
Prime Minister Mark Brown arrived in Nadi, Fiji, on Sunday for a series of bilateral and regional engagements focused on the Cook Islands and the Pacific economic resilience and partnerships for prosperity priorities, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration said in a statement.
$40k in annual legal aid budget ‘limited’
Cook Islands receives $40,000 annually for legal aid, ‘limited in the amount of funding available and the scope of legal matters it can apply to’.
Te Ipukarea Society: Extraction or protection? The dual mandate dilemma of the International Seabed Authority
The International Seabed Authority (ISA) has the dual mandate of regulating mining of the seabed and also protecting that same seabed in areas beyond national jurisdiction (also known as international waters, high seas, or simply the area).
Cook Islands Māori declining as English dominates in NZ
Thousands of Cook Islanders across Aotearoa New Zealand are celebrating their language this week, but for the majority, their knowledge of Cook Islands Māori is declining. Rachael Nath, RNZ Pacific journalist, reports.
Audit points the finger at suspended Culture secretary
Suspended Ministry of Cultural Development secretary Anthony Turua has been found to have spent close to $16,000 of taxpayer money without consideration for public interest.
Cook Islands natural skincare products a hit with customers
Locally made oils featuring in the ‘Maruoi Natural Skincare & Cosmetics’ range is becoming increasingly popular among locals and visitors attending the annual trade show due to their natural ingredients.
Nikao home damaged in second house fire in a week
Fifteen firefighters and five fire trucks responded to a residential property fire yesterday morning behind the National Sports Arena in Nikao.
Offender gets chance to turn his life around
A 22-year-old facing burglary and willful damage charges was handed a 12 months supervised probation sentence with first six months to be served on community service.
Sedimentation concern: Local marine biologist sounds alarm over dredging in Aitutaki harbour
A recent dredging operation in Aitutaki’s Arutanga Harbour has had a devastating impact on the surrounding reefs, says a local marine biologist.
Te Maeva Nui 2023: A celebration of ‘who we are and where we come from’
A small respectable crowd attended the official opening ceremony of Te Maeva Nui – the 58th Cook Islands Constitution Celebrations – which marks the beginning of week-long events at Te Are Karioi Nui (National Auditorium).
Promoting local businesses
Over 80 vendors set up their stalls in the light rain as customers flowed into the Punanga Nui Market for the biggest Bank of the Cook Islands (BCI) trade show.
Book inspired by ‘miracle turtle’ to be launched today
The journey of Ponu, the miracle turtle, to Rarotonga has been such an inspiring story that Discover Marine and Wildlife Eco Centre boss Stephenie Jansen felt she had to write a book about it.
School holiday programme gives students hands-on experience with local resources
The first day of the Kōrero o te ‘Ōrau ‘Ātui’anga ki te Tango school holiday programme for Rarotonga, Atiu and Mangaia kicked off yesterday morning when all 30 senior students teamed up for introductions.
Court briefs July 27
On Thursday, July 27, Justice of the Peace Georgina Williams heard eight cases on the Criminal List.
Record vendors for Trade Days
The Bank of the Cook Islands (BCI) Trade Days Expo is proving popular, this year a record number of 84 vendors have signed up to showcase locally made products and home-grown produce.
Immigration Regulations to be reviewed: PM Brown
The controversial Immigration Regulations will be reviewed after a push from the Cook Islands business community who are not happy with some of the newly implemented provisions.
New book shines light on the life of Cook Islander Missionary in Papua New Guinea
A new book was presented to the Cook Islands National Library, shining light on the life of Orometua (pastor) Tumupu Kea, who lived in Papua New Guinea over a century ago, spreading the message of the Gospel.
Aitutaki accused makes surprise appearance on Rarotonga
A man facing cannabis charges and understood to be under strict bail conditions on Aitutaki has turned up in court on Rarotonga.
Man enters guilty plea to escaping from prison
A man has admitted his guilt in escaping from jail on Rarotonga three years ago.
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