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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.
Fundraiser sees more than $50k handed over for Cyclone Gabrielle relief effort
Cook Islands people have come to the aid of New Zealand as Operation Tauturu Aotearoa has raised more than $50,000 to assist those in need following the devastating effects of Cyclone Gabrielle.
Pride Cook Islands: ‘We have made history’
The Crimes (Sexual Offences) Amendment Bill 2023 was passed in Parliament on Friday.
Historic day: Cook Islands Parliament decriminalises homosexuality
Cook Islands Parliament has repealed provisions in its Crimes Act that criminalised homosexuality.
Heather reels in winner
For the first time, experienced fisherman Gordon Heather has taken out the top two prizes in the heaviest fish category at a local fishing competition, taking home over $1000 in cash.
Police relaunch Blue Light-led youth training
Youths between the ages of 14 and 17 are encouraged to join a Cook Islands Police Service organised programme which will mark the relaunch of the Blue Light-led youth development training.
Court briefs
Drink driving tradie asks for alternative
Parliament debates ‘Pa Enua $60k tax-free threshold’ Bill
Debate on the Bill creating a tax-free threshold of $60,000 for the Pa Enua residents is underway.
Kiwi firefighters put Cooks counterparts through their paces
Rarotonga firefighters are being put to the test as their Kiwi counterparts undertake a week long exercise in “just about everything we do”.
Parliament briefs
Minister for Health Rose Toki-Brown says Te Marae Ora (TMO) has a plan in place not only for Mangaia but for all Pa Enua to have dentists.
Brown meets with Police and customs on medicinal cannabis issue
Prime Minister Mark Brown says he has met with the Customs and Police departments ensuring that they understand what the law is and what their roles are
$216m debt ‘modest’: PM
Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown says he is satisfied with the country’s ‘modest’ debt levels, but the Opposition are concerned about the fiscal future.
Loud and proud: Nootai wows crowd with powerful pe’e
Nukutere College Year 9 student leader Elijah Nootai proudly showcased his love of culture on stage in front of a packed National Auditorium during the annual Rarotonga Schools Cultural Festival on Wednesday night.
Cook Islands and Saudi Arabia establish diplomatic relations
Cook Islands has formalised diplomatic relations with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia through the signing of the Protocol on the Establishment of Diplomatic Relations in Wellington this week.
Man remanded: Authorities seek medical report
Lucas Kamana was remanded in custody until today as probation had specific concerns about his mental wellbeing.
Airlines required to file departure tax returns monthly under new Bill
A Bill requiring airlines to file Departure tax returns monthly has been passed with unanimous support in Parliament.
$6m programme to improve Rarotonga’s back and side roads
The Cook Islands Government is in the process of a $6 million programme to improve Rarotonga’s backroads and sideroads.
Government to provide $10k for Vanuatu cyclone relief
Prime Minister Mark Brown says he has indicated to his team at the Ministry of Finance that he is more likely to support initiatives that go to countries that are far more in need than New Zealand.
Budget to address inflationary pressures and cost of living issues: PM
Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown says June’s Budget will go some way to addressing inflationary pressures and cost of living issues for the vulnerable.
Opposition raises concern over Government’s push for seabed mining
Opposition leader Tina Browne has spoken out in Parliament about her concerns with the Government’s pace in pushing ahead with seabed mineral exploration.
Tourism to get boost at Pacific Islands Forum
Cook Islands will play a huge role in bringing leaders of all Pacific nations together at this year’s 52nd Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting.
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