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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.
Sludge solution canvassed
To Tatou Vai (TTV) – the agency responsible for Rarotonga’s water supply, is in the final stages of finding a solution to dry the sludge that’s a by-product of filtering the island’s water supply.
Matariki dinner with Aotearoa Minister
The Aotearoa Society celebrated Matariki, the beginning of Aotearoa New Zealand’s new year in the Māori lunar calendar with the presence of Minister for Māori Development, Broadcasting and Media Willie Jackson.
Drought preparedness steps up as ‘very dry’ conditions present ongoing concern
Technical training on drought triggers based on metrological information, have started this week amid forecasts of likely “very dry” conditions, while work continues on the National and Rarotonga Drought Plan’s response processes, actions and responsibilities of stakeholders.
Refurbished computers, boost for school computer classes
ANZ Bank handed five refurbished computers to Imanuela Akatemia yesterday to assist students with their computer classes.
Aitutaki taskforce members receive warrants
Three members of the Arenikau Taskforce have been warranted as Honorary Constables and sworn in by Inspector Maeva Kirikava.
Cardiovascular leading non communicable disease related deaths
According to Te Marae Ora, Ministry of Health quarterly report, cardiovascular diseases is the leading cause of non-communicable diseases (NCD) related deaths in the Cook Islands.
Meeting house reopened with grand ceremony
Te Kapua’anga O Te Evangelia’ Meeting House in Takuvaine, a special gathering place which was built to commemorate Gospel history, has reopened its doors following a two-month-long renovation project.
Cook Islands to get visit from high profile China delegation
Special Envoy for Pacific Island Countries Affairs and the Government of the People’s Republic of China, Qian Bo, is scheduled to arrive in the Cook Islands today.
Driving towards a more accessible environment for individuals with various disabilities in Cooks
Paving the way for inclusion and equality for people with disabilities, the Disability Inclusive Programme is driving awareness and empowering private sectors, government agencies and organisations to create accessible workplaces.
Deep tones of the oud fascinates students
Tereora College students had the honour of welcoming two visiting distinguished guests who are making a unique music video about the global impacts of climate change.
Obsolete notes bounce back on Raro
A number of NZ$20 notes which are not accepted by the banks have been circulating on Rarotonga.
Cook Islands and other Pacific nations call for support in transforming agrifood
The Cook Islands has joined in a call for global action to make agrifood systems more efficient, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable.
Robotics competition puts young brains to the test
Cook Islands Robotics Competition held at the Cook Islands Centre for Excellence in Information Technology (CEIT) University of the South Pacific (USP) yesterday, saw a number of students gather to showcase their knowledge in robotics and eagerly learn more.
Decision paves way for treated radioactive water long-term release plan into the Pacific Ocean
Pacific Islands Forum Chair and Prime Minister of the Cook Islands Mark Brown has received the comprehensive International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) report on the Safety Review of the ALPS-Treated Water at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant in Japan.
Smooth road for Gospel celebrations
Bumps in a small stretch of the main road in Arorangi (from the Raemaru Park driveway to the Arorangi CICC Mission grounds) have been smoothed out and hot mix sealed in preparation for the Bicentennial Arrival of the Christianity celebrations to Arorangi/Puaikura in a few weeks’ time.
Cook Islands to work with other Pacific Island nations to sustainably use fisheries
The Cook Islands has teamed up with five other Pacific Island nations to develop a framework for the sustainable use of a “key” fishery.
Reports finds arching solar panel connectors triggered Rarotonga International Airport blaze
Electrical arching from the solar panel connectors have been found to be the cause of a blaze that tore through the roof of the Rarotonga International Airport.
More carnage on Rarotonga roads as Police left to clean up the wreckage
The stockpile of car wrecks on Rarotonga has just been added to following more weekend incidents on the island.
Brown confirms International Atomic Energy Agency mission to Rarotonga
The Pacific Islands Forum Chair, Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown will receive a high-level mission from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) led by Director-General Rafael Grossi in Rarotonga today.
Te Ipukarea Society : Innovative fundraising opportunity for your group
Te Ipukarea Society has been trialing the rent a plate portable dishwashing trailer at the Muri Night Market for several nights over the past two months. The more nights the rent-a-plate is operating, the less rubbish from disposeable plates and cutlery ends up in our landfill.
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