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MFEM reforms aim to prevent repeat of costly Sheraton project

The Ministry of Finance and Economic Management (MFEM) has taken valuable lessons from the controversial Sheraton deal, reinforcing its financial policies and procedures to prevent similar issues from occurring in the future.

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Facebook group admin responds to police caution on posting personal IDs

The administrator of the private Facebook group, Rarotonga Community and Beyond, has clarified the group’s stance on posting personal identification items online, following a police caution about the potential risks of such posts.

Cook Islands, China to sign comprehensive strategic partnership on Friday

The comprehensive strategic partnership agreement between the Cook Islands and China will be signed this Friday (Thursday, Cook Islands time).

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Aitutaki water crisis: Resident disputes ICI’s claim of well-functioning galleries

An Aitutaki resident and contractor disputes the claim that most of the island’s water galleries are functioning well, citing ongoing water shortages and criticising the spending priorities of Infrastructure Cook Islands.

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Cook Islands, UN collaborate on sustainable development priorities

Cook Islands hosted one-day workshop aimed at enhancing the collaboration between the United Nations (UN) and the country which took place yesterday at the Crown Beach Resort.

National


Katoa’s contract with Cook Islands Investment Corporation ends

Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) has confirmed that Romani Katoa’s contract with them for the Arutanga Harbour project in Aitutaki has been terminated.

Business


Opposition files no-confidence motion against Prime Minister

A vote of no confidence motion has been filed against the Prime Minister and his Cabinet following the recent fiasco involving the now-abandoned Cook Islands passport proposal and the comprehensive strategic partnership the country will sign with China this week.

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Hercules, Boeing 757 visit Rarotonga on New Zealand Defence Force missions

Three New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) flights are visiting Rarotonga this week as part of pre-planned visits.

National


Home cooks to battle for Kuru Trophy and $1000 cash prize

Home cooks in the community will have the opportunity to display their tiopu kuru (breadfruit stew) culinary skills at Te Mato Manava Turoto/Cook Islands Tourism’s “Takurua – Taste of the Season”, an annual celebration of cuisine that highlights local ingredients and their cultural significance.

Agriculture


PM Brown ‘should be taken at his word’ on China deal: Mahuta

New Zealand’s former foreign minister Nanaia Mahuta says the Cook Islands Prime Minister “should be taken at his word” that the comprehensive agreement he’s signing with China will not affect the constitutional arrangements with New Zealand.

Economy


NZ waits to see China deal before deciding next steps

New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says they will have to assess the proposed agreement between the Cook Islands and China before determining their next course of action.

Economy


Cook Islands Cabinet backs China deal, Prime Minister Brown

Cook Islands Cabinet Ministers have confidence in Prime Minister Mark Brown’s leadership and have endorsed the comprehensive strategic agreement the country will sign with China this week. Losirene Lacanivalu reports.

Economy


'Matter is getting worse': Opposition leader on Cook Islands-NZ relations 

Opposition leader Tina Browne, who is concerned with the latest statement from New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister about the lack of consultation over Cook Islands' strategic deal with China, says the relationship between the Cook Islands and New Zealand is getting worse.

Economy


Men alleged for a series of burglary adjourned

The court matter of the two men who are alleged to have committed a series of burglary in Rarotonga last year has been adjourned to March 7.

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Businesswoman allowed interim name suppression

A businesswoman who is accused of failing to comply and failing to pay superannuation contributions has been allowed interim name suppression until March 7.

Court


Prominent PMN broadcaster promotes Cook Islands culture

Cook Islander Tauraki Rongo a prominent Pacific Media Network broadcaster based in Aotearoa New Zealand is known for his efforts in promoting and preserving the culture, heritage and language of the Cook Islands.

Culture


Cook Islands ‘failed to properly consult’ on China deal, says New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister

The diplomatic row between the Cook Islands and New Zealand over the China deal the Cook Islands is set to sign in the coming week continues despite brief talks over the phone between the leaders from the two countries.

Economy


No debt in China deal

The comprehensive deal the Cook Islands will sign with China in the coming week will not involve any borrowing, the Prime Minister confirmed this week.

Economy


Cook Islander challenges nationality argument for passport

Cook Islander Joe Caffrey, who opposed government’s proposal for a national passport, is querying the validity of the Cook Islands identification card which was issued to him over 30 years ago.

Local


Businesswoman convicted in hit-and-run

Businesswoman Vaiana Dance has been convicted on three charges related to a hit-and-run incident in 2024, where she failed to stop, ascertain and render assistance to two teenagers.

Court


Bail denied in fatal hit and run, manslaughter charge possible

The bail application for the alleged Arorangi fatal hit and run accused has been denied.

Court


New pumps installed in Aitutaki water project

Aitutaki is prone to water shortages given that it is reliant on rainwater for its potable water supply and the non-potable water supply which is sourced from groundwater infiltration water galleries.

Local


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