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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
16 November 2024
RAC to address mosque legality
19 November 2024
I don’t expect much change: PM Brown on US Elections
6 November 2024
Fifth weekly Sydney flight to Rarotonga announced
23 October 2024
CIIC directors seek $350,000 in damages over defamatory claims
21 October 2024
Man found guilty of rape, burglary
24 September 2024
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
7 September 2024
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
31 August 2024
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’
17 January 2023
PM Brown eager to hand over Forum chair role to Tonga
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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.
Police investigate homicide, off duty officer stabbed
Police are continuing with a homicide investigation after a 29 year-old man was fatally stabbed on Saturday night.
Police criticised in handling of fraud matter
Cook Islands Police have been criticised over their handling of a French national who had fraud charges against him thrown out.
Te Ipukarea Society: 27 years of protecting our Ipukarea
It has been almost 12 months since the last Te Ipukarea Society Annual General Meeting (AGM). As usual, before our AGM, we look back over the activities of the Society for the preceding 12 months.
Exploration study shines light on seabed minerals
A major minerals assessment carried out by Seabed Minerals Authority has reaffirmed where the highest concentrations of nodules are expected to be within the Cook Islands exclusive economic zone.
End of a Covid era: PM surprised by WHO declaration
Prime Minister Mark Brown says he was surprised by the World Health Organization’s declaring the end of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Cops find one in five vehicles non-compliant
More than one in five four-wheeled vehicles are estimated to be non-compliant on Rarotonga.
Drink driving accused ‘out of control’, says lawyer
A man who has entered guilty pleas to multiple drink driving offences has been described by his lawyer as “out of control”.
Importation rules a meaty issue
A Cook Islands supermarket boss is calling on the Government to remove some of the barriers preventing the country from accessing cheaper imported meat from New Zealand – and he appears to have the support of the Prime Minister.
Solar panels removed, investigation into ‘sudden’ airport fire continues
The cause of a sudden fire that broke at Rarotonga International Airport terminal on Wednesday is still unknown as authorities yesterday removed the solar panels from its roof for ‘safety reasons’.
Teens bailed on burglary charges
Three teenagers facing multiple burglary charges have been released from custody following a court appearance in Rarotonga on Thursday.
Assault accused remanded back into custody
A man facing a charge of common assault has been placed back in custody on the recommendation of his lawyer.
‘Our Nurses, Our Future’: Cook Islands to celebrate International Nurses Day
The 113 nurses in the Cook Islands will be celebrating International Nurses Day with special birthday cakes today and a church service at the LDS church in Avarua on Sunday.
Preparations well underway for Bicentennial Celebrations in Atiu, Mitiaro and Mauke
A group from Aitutaki is preparing to attend the 200th Anniversary of the arrival of Christianity on the neighbouring islands of Atiu, Mitiaro, Mauke and Rarotonga.
Melvin appointed CIIC chairman
Businessman Fletcher Melvin has become the new chairman of the Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC).
Rubbish, degradation concern
Tourists to the Cook Islands still travel here for its beautiful environment, but some are concerned about the rubbish and signs of degradation, according to a major survey.
PM welcomes $2b Australian funding package
The Australian Government has announced a major funding package to the Pacific totalling over A$1.9 billion (NZ$2.02b) over the next five years.
Authorities investigate Rarotonga International Airport blaze
A fire broke out at Rarotonga’s International Airport terminal midday yesterday which was swiftly contained by the Airport Authority Crash Fire stationed next door.
Try Alcoholics Anonymous, serial drink driver told
A man facing his sixth charge of excess breath alcohol has been told Alcoholics Anonymous is an option for him after pleading with the court that he wants to turn his troubled life around.
Working together for the animals of the Cook Islands
As you read this I will be in Mauke, thanks to Air Rarotonga and the New Zealand High Commission, both of whom have supported our work in the pa enua.
Widespread floods cause supply and cost issues
Inflation continues to skyrocket as weather events have contributed to ongoing supply chain issues in the Cook Islands.
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