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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.
Children’s book authors visit Rarotonga schools
Year 1 to 4 students of Apii Te Uki Ou enjoyed an hour of reading and discussion with visiting authors Ana and Olivia Meredith yesterday.
PAC to scrutinise Budget
The Cook Islands 2023/24 Budget to be unveiled today will be scrutinised by a special committee in order to ensure it is watertight before Parliament debates it next month.
Paikea sets sail for Samoa
Vaka Paikea is on its way to Apia, Samoa travelling the 800 nautical miles using traditional voyaging knowledge under the captaincy of master navigator Peia Patai.
Man, 34, gets 15-month prison sentence for series of offences
A man who threatened to burn down a house and car has been sentenced to 15 months’ prison time for a series of offences.
Accused bailed to family home on strict conditions
A man facing a charge of common assault has been granted bail to his grandfather’s house.
Cook Islands youths on Arctic voyage
Two Cook Islanders are on a voyage that they never imagined they would take in their lifetime.
Favourable treatment: PERC report on Penrhyn cyclone shelters project
A report into the awarding of a construction tender for two Penrhyn cyclone shelters has found there was ‘favourable treatment’ in the tender and construction process.
Puaikura Volunteer Fire Brigade proves the Sky’s the limit in charity challenge
The Puaikura Volunteer Fire Brigade members have again done and dusted no ordinary climb after taking part in the Firefighters Sky Tower Challenge in Aotearoa New Zealand on Friday to raise $18,721 in support of Kiwis living with blood cancer.
Momentous occasion: Cooks welcomes Hawaiian Airlines
The Cook Islands tourism industry is hailing the return of flights from Hawaii as a ‘momentous’ occasion.
Counselling services offer their support
Cook Islands counselling services are offering support for initial assessment of victims and offenders in domestic violence matters.
Children’s book author set to fulfil five year dream
A New Zealand mother and daughter will be in Rarotonga this week donating books to Apii Nikao, Apii Avarua and Apii Te Uki Ou.
New Zealand confirms $15m recovery support
New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Hipkins has confirmed $15 million emergency budget support for Cook Islands in its ongoing recovery from the impacts of Covid-19.
Rising Stars Championship kicks off
About 900 players from 75 teams gathered at Raemaru Park in Arorangi yesterday to kick start the 2023 Rising Stars Championship.
Budgetary wish list: Stakeholders share their expectations
The Cook Islands Budget arrives at a precarious time for the country as it takes gradual steps to economic recovery. Senior journalist Matthew Littlewood talks to those interested to find out what they want from it.
Books for St Joseph’s Primary
St Joseph’s Primary School students have been receiving some timely teaching lessons from visiting New Zealander Tyler Thompson who donated a box of new books for the school.
Hawaiian Airlines ‘big deal’ for local tourism industry
Cook Islands tourism industry is looking forward to the arrival of Hawaiian Airlines which makes its inaugural flight into Rarotonga tonight.
Hawaii Senator visits Aitutaki
Cook Islands Tourism played a pivotal role in facilitating the visit of the Hawaii State Senate delegation to Aitutaki, focusing on showcasing the development of the island and its contributions to tourism, as well as its wider economic, social, and cultural benefits, on Thursday.
Te Ipukarea Society : Citizen science to assist turtle conservation
Rarotonga’s passages are key sites for spotting two species of sea turtles, the endangered green turtle and the critically endangered hawksbill turtle.
Roundabout causes confusion, Court hears
A man has blamed the layout of the new Avatiu roundabout for a careless driving incident.
JP surprised at offending
A Justice of the Peace has expressed surprise at one man’s sudden spate of offending.
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