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DPM defends CIIC finance and travel policies
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CI Muslim opens up about her faith and journey
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RAC to address mosque legality
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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
21 October 2024
Man found guilty of rape, burglary
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Tenants face water bill burden
8 October 2024
Concerns over Minister’s role in inmate work releases: PAC
5 October 2024
Tourism contribution set to surpass half-billion dollar mark
25 September 2024
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
2 September 2024
Inflation eases but concerns remain
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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’
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Challenging ‘rape culture’
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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.
TikTok no place on government platforms
Social media technologies like TikTok do not have a place on government platforms.
National Environment Services director Halatoa Fua voices Cook Islands concerns
National Environment Service director, Halatoa Fua has made a plea at the second Intergovernmental negotiating committee to develop an international legally binding instrument on plastic pollution, including in the marine environment in Paris, France.
Arorangi CICC on track for June rededication
The Arorangi CICC church renovations team are steaming ahead in their preparations for the 200-year Arrival of the Gospel commemoration in Arorangi, which will be completed in time for the rededication of the church on Thursday June 22.
‘Big win’ for consumers as new meat import rules come into effect
The Cook Islands Prime Minister’s Office and Ministry of Agriculture have come to an agreement to allow cheaper imported food products from New Zealand.
Outer islands children get mobile on new wheels
Children in the outer islands are getting a balance on two wheels thanks to a regional project set up by a former Bank South Pacific (BSP) director.
Weekend crash report
Police responded to three motor vehicle crashes over the weekend.
Stay warm, stay hydrated, says Health
Te Marae Ora (TMO), Ministry of Health is advising the public to stay warm and stay hydrated.
New player Lynk Global enters telecommunications market
Satellite internet connections are coming to the Cook Islands, but it is unknown what form they will take initially.
Suwarrow park rangers to monitor visiting vessels
The Cook Islands Suwarrow National Park will open its maritime borders to visiting international vessels tomorrow after having closed its entry for a few years since the outbreak of Covid-19.
MP wants 'golden mile’ shining for Pacific leaders
The Member of Parliament for Ngatangiia says he wants a stretch of road known as the “Golden Mile” fixed and resurfaced before the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting on Rarotonga in November. Rod Henderson reports.
JP gives defendant ‘benefit of the doubt’
Okirua Manuela has been given the benefit of the doubt by Justice of the Peace Tangi Taoro as he was sentenced to appear in court in six months if called upon, a week ago.
Defendant facing raft of charges ‘out of control’
A man facing multiple contempt of court charges has again been described by his lawyer as “out of control”.
Reparation amount disputed in careless driving case
A defence lawyer has challenged the amount of reparation her client has been asked to pay in a careless driving matter.
Deputy PM Tapaitau to attend Samoa’s 60th/61st Independence Celebrations
Deputy Prime Minister Robert Tapaitau will represent the Government of the Cook Islands at Samoa’s 60th/61st Independence Celebrations to be held in Apia this week.
Deny funding if govt agencies don’t file annual reports on time, committee recommends
A special committee is recommending that Crown agencies and Ministries that don’t file their annual reports on time should be denied their funding.
Culture head suspended
Ministry of Cultural Development secretary Anthony Turua has been suspended pending an investigation by the Public Expenditure Review Committee (PERC). Turua has labelled his suspension ‘micromanaging’ and said it could have been dealt internally.
Budget draws mixed reactions: ‘Not enough’, says Opposition
The 2023/24 Budget attempted to offer something to the vulnerable while also reining in on expenditure. Cook Islands News senior journalist Matthew Littlewood talks to various stakeholders about their take on the Budget.
Avaavaroa experience gives birth to new passion project
Award-winning Cook Islands photographer Alex King has embarked on a new journey involving something she is passionate about – protecting the environment. King talks to Cook Islands News online editor Losirene Lacanivalu about “Te Ara o te Akau – The Meaning Behind the Reef” and the role the country’s newest non-government organisation (NGO) can play in fulfilling her passion.
Te Ipukarea Society: Some concerning aspects around deep sea mining
Proponents of mining our deep ocean seafloor justify the need for this hugely destructive process, largely by claims that the minerals from the deep are needed for batteries for electric vehicles.
Rape accused told to seek ‘legal aid’ as additional charges added
A man with a long criminal history, charged with multiple offences including rape and indecent assault, has appeared in court on additional charges.
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