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‘Nothing to worry about’: Prime Minister Brown on China agreement
16 February 2025
‘Serious questions’: Opposition challenges China partnership
15 February 2025
No-confidence motion against PM and his Cabinet faces delays
15 February 2025
Ruta Mave: People’s Republic of China red flag
10 February 2025
No debt in China deal
8 February 2025
Thomas Wynne: Haka with the taniwha or dance with the dragon?
8 February 2025
‘Paedophile’ gets 13 years in prison
22 January 2025
Thomas Wynne: Where were our leaders while children suffered?
25 January 2025
$541.7m tourism earnings
25 January 2025
Cook Islands passport proposal
6 January 2025
Top cop position advertised
7 December 2024
Police need numbers and bigger budget
9 December 2024
Niki Rattle: A call for stronger human rights protections
10 December 2024
Solid and Hazardous Waste Bill referred to Parliament committee
10 December 2024
DPM defends CIIC finance and travel policies
6 December 2024
Cook Islands has its first mosque
14 November 2024
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
Anxiety on the rise: Cook Islands faces mental health challenge
7 September 2024
MCI rejects ‘dark fleet’ label
3 August 2024
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Cook Islands voyagers share skills, strengthen ties in Hawai’i
Cook Islands Voyaging Society crew members are visiting Hawai’i to enhance, teach and explore their navigational skills and seafaring techniques, as well as to strengthen ties with the Polynesian voyaging community.
Crown Law Office on track for record number of lawyers
The Crown Law Office is on course to have its highest number of lawyers ever, a significant improvement from just five lawyers in August last year.
Budget draws mixed reactions: ‘Not enough’, says Opposition
The 2023/24 Budget attempted to offer something to the vulnerable while also reining in on expenditure. Cook Islands News senior journalist Matthew Littlewood talks to various stakeholders about their take on the Budget.
Avaavaroa experience gives birth to new passion project
Award-winning Cook Islands photographer Alex King has embarked on a new journey involving something she is passionate about – protecting the environment. King talks to Cook Islands News online editor Losirene Lacanivalu about “Te Ara o te Akau – The Meaning Behind the Reef” and the role the country’s newest non-government organisation (NGO) can play in fulfilling her passion.
Te Ipukarea Society: Some concerning aspects around deep sea mining
Proponents of mining our deep ocean seafloor justify the need for this hugely destructive process, largely by claims that the minerals from the deep are needed for batteries for electric vehicles.
Rape accused told to seek ‘legal aid’ as additional charges added
A man with a long criminal history, charged with multiple offences including rape and indecent assault, has appeared in court on additional charges.
Gospel examples and Covid lead Cook Islander to greater public service
While the coronavirus outbreak caused many to isolate and stay away from others, for one member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Cook Islands it was a catalyst to a greater level of service in his community and nation.
PM Brown to attend inaugural Republic of Korea-Pacific Islands Summit
Prime Minister Mark Brown has accepted an invitation from the Government of the Republic of Korea to attend the inaugural Republic of Korea-Pacific Islands Summit.
Apii Te Uki Ou celebrates 30th anniversary
Apii Te Uki Ou started its journey in 1993 with one teacher, Kathy Nooroa and 15 students, using the LDS hall in Avatiu as their classroom.
Tapaitau, Charlie Puna and Puna elect Judge alone trial
The nation’s Deputy Prime Minister and two former senior government officials have appeared in court and have elected a Judge alone trial on theft, conspiracy and fraud charges.
Avarua CICC collects $520k
Donations from CICC Ekalesia members, Cook Islanders and families in Australia and New Zealand have raised $520,900 towards the re-build of the Avarua CICC Ziona Tapu which is on track for its opening on July 7.
Air NZ forced to do U-turn
An inbound international flight from Auckland to Rarotonga was forced to turn around on Thursday due to technical difficulties.
Development partners provide NZ$112m over past four years
Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown has paid tribute to the countries which gave significant funding towards the recent Budgets.
Super disappointed: CINSF member loses $10k in negative return
Cook Islands National Superannuation Fund (CINSF) has been exposed to ‘multiple shocks’ in the market, but a member has expressed his disbelief at the size of the losses.
Air New Zealand Akld-Raro flight forced to turn around due to ‘air conditioning issue’
An inbound international flight from Auckland to Rarotonga has been forced to turn around due to technical difficulties.
Cruise ship passengers lap up Rarotonga’s attractions
Around 240 passengers on board the cruise ship Paul Gauguin made their way to downtown Avarua, Rarotonga yesterday making the most of their short visit.
‘Your EBA is quite possibly the highest I have ever seen’: JP
A motorist who blew a record 1730 micrograms of alcohol per litre of breath – nearly seven times the legal limit – has been disqualified from driving for 18 months and fined $1050.
Burglary matter adjourned for defence to prepare submissions
A man charged with burglary sits on a “razor’s edge” of supervision or prison.
Stakeholders welcome $9 minimum wage rate
The minimum wage has been raised to $9 per hour – effective from July 1, 2023 – as part of the latest Budget.
Health ministry urges Cook Islands parents to get their babies vaccinated against measles
Te Marae Ora (TMO) Ministry of Health says approximately 150 babies are due for their 12- and 15-months vaccine against measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR).
Facebook page using Cook Islands govt emblem active since 2012: Hilyard
A Facebook page called “Cook Islands Government” that uses the government’s emblem as profile picture was created over a decade ago.
Focus on the vulnerable
An increase to the minimum wage and more money for caregivers and destitute beneficiaries are some of the key initiatives in the Cook Islands 2023/24 Budget.
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