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$541.7m tourism earnings
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Cook Islands passport proposal
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Top cop position advertised
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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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Fifth weekly Sydney flight to Rarotonga announced
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CIIC directors seek $350,000 in damages over defamatory claims
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Man found guilty of rape, burglary
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Tenants face water bill burden
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Visitor behaviour is a key focus in ensuring travellers engage respectfully with the Cook Islands, says Tourism to PAC
Cook Islands Tourism says that while managing visitor behaviour is an ongoing effort, success depends on delivering clear messaging across multiple channels, reinforcing expectations through consistent signage, and providing accessible guidance.
Celebrating International Women’s Day
The Ministry of Internal Affairs (INTAFF) hosted International Women’s Day at the Punanga Nui Market on Saturday with the theme “Accelerate Action for Gender Equality- for ALL Women and Girls.”
Avarua undergoing $120,000 makeover
Avarua is getting an extensive $120,000, 12-month programme of flora revitalising, tree planting and maintenance.
Prime Minister advocates for climate change action funding
Prime Minister Mark Brown has continued on his mission to advocate for the Pacific Islands Forum’s key priorities articulated in the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent.
No specific details available as New Head of State residence concept goes out to tender
A new Head of State residence is on the table for Rarotonga, but it’s unclear when, where and what it’s going to cost.
VSA celebrates 60 years of service with original volunteer
Sue Ngatokorua, one of the first Volunteer Service Abroad Te Tūao Tāwāhi (VSA) volunteers to be sent to the Cook Islands in 1977, attended the organisation’s 60th anniversary celebration in Avarua yesterday.
Lack of defensive driving courses queried
A visiting Judge has asked why defensive driving is not an option in the Cook Islands following police concerns about the future of road safety in the nation.
Visiting diplomats present letters of credence
Diplomats from four countries presented their letters of credence to the King’s Representative Sir Tom Marsters this week.
Empowering Pa Enua leaders
The biennial Pa Enua Government Forum, held under the theme of “Akamatutu i te turanga o te Pa Enua – Empowering the Pa Enua”, brought together 30 key government officials in Rarotonga last week.
Connecting people and transforming lives: VSA marks 60 years of volunteering
The Volunteer Service Abroad Te Tūao Tāwāhi (VSA) is celebrating 60 years today since the first volunteers were sent out from Aotearoa New Zealand through its programme.
Man acquitted of three charges, fined $550 for assaulting female
A man facing multiple assault charges against women was found guilty on only one charge of ‘low level assault with no injury’ and fined $550.
Cook Islands completes legacy waste collection programme for Vaka Puaikura
Te Titā ki te Titā kore project (whiteware and e-waste collection) for Murienua in Arorangi closed yesterday, completing the collection programme of legacy waste for Vaka Puaikura.
Govt steps up preparations for Forum Meeting, mum on budget
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) says it continues to advance preparations to host the 52nd Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting (PIFLM52) in November but would not say how much it would cost.
Zhuhai Municipal Government assists Cooks with Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting
The Zhuhai Municipal Government, People’s Republic of China has assisted the Cook Islands Government with audio and TV equipment that will be installed for the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting in November.
Man facing multiple male assaults female charges appears before jury
The defended hearing for Okaytime Marsters, who is facing charges of three counts of assault on a female, and one charge of assault with intent to injure continues at the High Court in Avarua today.
Illegal dumping continues to frustrate authorities
Authorities are continuing to grapple with the random dumping of E-waste on Rarotonga following multiple incidents in the past fortnight.
Compensation claims ‘concern’ and ‘disappoint’ MP
Member of Parliament for Ngatangiia, Tukaka "Kaka" Ama, has raised concerns and expressed disappointment around the demand for compensation at Muri.
PM Brown expected to attend Paris Meet
Prime Minister Mark Brown is expected to attend the International Energy Agency (IEA)’s inaugural international summit on critical minerals and their significance in clean energy transitions, scheduled for September 28 in Paris.
PM Brown and Australia Foreign Minister Penny Wong discuss flights and maritime surveillance
An increase in visitor arrivals from Australia and supported direct flights between Sydney and Rarotonga were among the key discussions held between Prime Minister Mark Brown and Australia’s Foreign Minister Senator Penny Wong.
Apii St Joseph’s principal role advertised
Rarotonga’s Apii St Joseph’s Primary has advertised a full time position for the school’s principal.
Policy framework in development as regulations on the table for the management of sea turtles
A senior marine ecologist has confirmed the Ministry of Marine Resources is developing a “comprehensive policy framework” to inform the development of regulations for the conservation and management of sea turtles.
Cook Islands coastwatcher recognised in New Zealand
New Zealand has taken its first step in honouring civilian Cook Islanders who served as coastwatchers in World War II.
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