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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.
Rice shortage rankles eateries
Supplies of rice are dwindling on the island, as providers struggle with supply chain issues.
Expressions of interest sought for naming rights of National Stadium
Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from organisations and businesses for the naming rights and sponsorship of Rarotonga’s National Stadium and Sports Arena.
Drink-driving primary school teacher refused name suppression after blowing four times the legal limit
A drink-driving school teacher of 18 years who blew 1000 micrograms of alcohol per litre of breath has failed in her bid for name suppression.
New Zealand Governor General receives warm Cook Islands welcome
New Zealand Governor-General Dame Cindy Kiro and her delegation were warmly welcomed to the Pa Ariki Palace with a traditional turou by Puati Mataiapo George Ngapare and Paitai Rangatira Steven Kavana.
Students get creative for Apii Avarua’s inaugural art show
The Apii Avarua Dome is a display of colour featuring art and craft pieces designed and made by the students.
EMCI to test emergency sirens
Don’t be alarmed when you hear the emergency sirens located around Rarotonga wailing tomorrow (Friday) at noon. Emergency Management Cook Islands (EMCI) will be testing the sirens to identify which alarms are functioning and those that will need repair work.
New Zealand specialists to probe ‘sudden’ chicken deaths
Cook Islands Ministry of Agriculture has confirmed that a team from New Zealand’s Ministry of Primary Industries will be in Rarotonga next week to investigate the sudden death of chickens on the island.
Thriving gardens on Palmerston Island
School students on Palmerston Islands are developing green fingers.
Young male motorists the main culprits of carnage on our roads
The vast majority of motorists causing trouble and consequently being convicted are aged under 30.
A hard day fishing – 9 kg tuna wins competition
It was a hard day of fishing on Saturday with a beautiful flat sea and no one claiming the $1000 heaviest tuna prize - which had to weigh in at least 20kg in the 14th Don Beer Snr Memorial Heaviest Tuna fishing competition.
New ways to grow organically to be discussed at Fiji conference
Executive members of local organics group Natura Kuki Arani (NKA) hope to bring back new lessons about organic growing after attending conferences in Fiji.
Long weekend ends with noise complaints and motorbike incidents
Police say the long weekend ended with noise complaints, wilful damage and two motorbike incidents.
Official report required on missing Indonesian: Police
Cook Islands Police will require an official report on the missing Indonesian crewman from the fishing company before proceeding with the standard requirements.
Prime Minister gets ceremonial welcome home
Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown got the full welcome when he arrived back in Rarotonga.
Vaka Marumaru Atua back at sea
Vaka Marumaru Atua is back in the water after seven months on dry dock during cyclone season when maintenance work is carried out by the crew.
Turtle tour operators call on community to report suspicious activity
A turtle tour operator is urging the community to work together and report any suspicious activity to the police.
Cook Islands teens on Arctic expedition see puffins for the first time
The Kōrero o te 'Ōrau's 'Ātui'anga ki te Tango students Siana Whatarau and Winton Herman have arrived in Tromso, Norway for their Arctic journey.
Cook Islands calls to rid oceans of discarded fishing gear
Cook Islands has made calls for “ghost gear” to be included in the Plastic Treaty as it impacts marine life and the marine food chain, and is a significant cause of marine litter. By Nannette Woonton/SPREP.
New Airport ID cards for improved safety, security
Safety and security are paramount to Airport Authority Cook Islands (AACI) who have introduced the new identification (ID) card system that will not only strengthen the airport’s defences but also enhance operational efficiencies within its organisation.
Ministry of Health to release Strategic Plan by end of June
Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health is expected to launch a five-year Strategic Plan for the National Health Sector by the end of this month.
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