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Parliament Clerk sparks outrage over deep sea mining statement
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National
Youngsters learn from the best at Junior Rugby League Clinic
More than 100 children gathered at the National Stadium in Nikao yesterday to learn from the best of Cook Islands Rugby League international stars as part of the Cook Islands Athletic Development Junior Rugby League Clinic.
Tropical Cyclone Pita downgraded to a low pressure, strong winds and heavy rain continue
Cook Islands Meteorological Service has confirmed this morning that Tropical Cyclone Pita has now been downgraded to a low pressure.
Tourist arrivals slump in Feb
Tourism operators have been bracing themselves for the downturn after a quiet couple of months.
Maritime Surveillance Centre upgrade celebrated by Cook Islands and Aussie
Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown says the opening of the upgraded Police Service Maritime Surveillance Centre is a sign of the enduring relationship between the Cook Islands and Australia.
Kiwi youth with disabilities bond with Rarotonga dogs
Groups of Kiwi young people with disabilities became “honorary volunteers” for the SPCA this week, taking the dogs for their morning walk during a field trip to the Cook Islands.
The winners from Polyfest 2023: Cooks take the stage
Five secondary schools (division one and two) performed including defending champions Māngere College, but it was the students from Auckland Girls Grammar School who showcased the beautiful dance styles of the Cook Islands.
Busy schedule ahead as Parliament resumes following months of delays
Parliament is due to resume sitting next week after months of delays.
Aotearoa New Zealand Citizenship certificates presented
Nine Aotearoa New Zealand Citizenship certificates were presented at a special ceremony yesterday afternoon at Ngātipā.
Serving coffee the old fashioned way at Aitutaki’s new hangout spot
At Kofi Bar located in the village of Amuri in Aitutaki coffee is served the old fashioned way – in a mug topped with freshly squeezed coconut cream gently stirred in.
Court briefs 13.03.23
Ponipate Draunimasi Naisulu entered a guilty plea to excess breath alcohol in the Criminal Court on Thursday last week. The court heard Naisulu drove on March 4 and recorded an alcohol breath reading of 690 micrograms per litre of breath. Justice of the Peace John Whitta advised Naisulu legal advice was available. Naisulu was fined […]
Arorangi blaze being treated as suspicious
A blaze in Arorangi late on Sunday night is being treated as suspicious. Emergency services were called to the Back Road property just after 11pm.
New generator to solve Pukapuka’s inconsistent power supply problem
The island of Pukapuka has a new generator to help with its power issues.
Japan provides over $313k grant
A school and a volunteer fire service have received Japan’s Grant Assistance for Grass-Roots Human Security Projects.
Jury trial for man charged with intent to injure starts
A jury has heard the opening statements in a case against a man accused of assaulting a woman.
Veteran Manihiki composer here to entertain
Veteran composer Ruhau Tamaunu from the island of Manihiki is returning to the stage this Thursday night to perform in The Edgewater Resort and Spa Te Pae Tai Nui' Te Mire Atu competition.
Atiu set to go ‘smoke free’
Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health is looking to turn the island of Atiu into Cook Islands’ first smokefree island.
PM issues new warrants to members of Marae Moana Technical Advisory Group
Prime Minister Mark Brown has issued new warrants to eight representatives for the Marae Moana Technical Advisory Group.
PM calls out CI News over negative online comments
Prime Minister Mark Brown has called out Cook Islands News following widespread negative online comment about Chinese billionaire Jack Ma’s visit to Rarotonga.
Police and Customs ‘need to work together’: PM Brown
As confusion around the importation of medicinal cannabis continues at the border, Prime Minister Mark Brown has confirmed he is aware of the situation and says it is a case of ‘individuals interpreting their roles correctly’.
Police arrest five, record new high for breach of alcohol limit
Police arrested five people over the weekend, including one male suspect, who is alleged to have threatened a shopkeeper with scissors on Friday evening.
Cooks to host visiting Diplomatic Envoys
Diplomatic Envoys from the Republic of France, the Republic of Korea and the State of Kuwait, will visit Rarotonga this week to present their letters of credence to King’s Representative, Sir Tom Marsters, during a ceremony facilitated by Te Kauono Tutara e te Mana Tiaki – Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI).
Fighting for every visitor as new flights on the horizon
About 134,000 people are forecast to holiday in the Cook Islands this year, a 22 per cent drop on the 171,000 visitors in 2019.
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