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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.”
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.
Court briefs
A man has pleaded not guilty to a charge of rape.
Mum’s hope for missing teenage son
A year after a 19-year-old teenager went missing after being dropped off at a bus stop on Rarotonga, his family is still hopeful of finding him.
Tereora College ready to make history at Te Maeva Nui cultural festival
A spirited and enthusiastic 100-member team will be representing Tereora College (Vaka Tereora Team) in their first ever Te Maeva Nui cultural festival this week.
Te Ipukarea Society : Update on the bio-control of the Grand Balloon vine on Rarotonga
Te Ipukarea Society recently guided some visiting scientists from New Zealand up to Tereora Hill to observe any unexpected impacts of an introduced bio-control agent. This article is written by one of those scientists, Alana den-Breeyen.
‘Sleepless nights, difficult days over lack of legal aid’
Legal aid - or the apparent lack of it in the Cook Islands - has been raised as a bone of contention in the High Court.
Police make ruling on controversial raffle draw
After a weeklong inquiry, Cook Islands Police have confirmed that the results of a raffle draw where the top two prizes went to the same ticket holder will stand.
Crankshaft issue on Te Kukupa II rectified: Police
The recent defect discovered on the new police patrol vessel Te Kukupa II has been rectified, says the Cook Islands Police Service.
Te Maeva Nui – ‘the greatest celebration’
Quick Facts Month: July-August Venue: National Auditorium Duration: 10 days Layout: Mix Event Sponsorship Target: $100,000 - $200,000.
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