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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.
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.
Children’s books teach traditional knowledge of natural disasters
A series of children’s books has been published to entertain and inspire children and families to rediscover and learn the value of traditional knowledge.
Cook Islands, US deepen maritime cooperation
The Cook Islands and the United States have strengthened maritime cooperation through US Coast Guard engagement.
Airport marks 51 years, Cook Islands’ 60 years of self-governance
Airport Authority Cook Islands (AACI), the nation’s gateway to the world, celebrated its 51st anniversary yesterday, marking 51 years since its opening by the late Queen Elizabeth II on January 29, 1974.
Hit and run in Arorangi claims life
An elderly woman died in a hit and run incident in Arorangi, on Tuesday night, marking the second road fatality in the country this year.
Debt servicing a concern
Cook Islands faces rising debt servicing costs, projected to reach 16 per cent of revenue by 2029/30, prompting concerns about cash flow and the management of its $253.8 million public debt.
Health news in brief
January 29, 2025
Pride Cook Islands celebrates ‘From Struggle to Strength’
Pride Cook Islands is proud to announce the return of Anuanua Week from April 11 – 14, 2025, a celebration of pride, unity and resilience.
Cook Islands Tourism embarks on community consultations for sustainable future
Embracing the vision of ‘Love Our Little Paradise’, the Cook Islands Tourism Corporation is once again reaching out to the community with its first of several public consultations this week for the ‘Our Paradise, Our Promise’ initiative.
‘We are letting people down’: Peters cautions Cook Islands of passport risks
Cook Islanders have been reminded of the stakes involved in the ongoing talks for a Cook Islands passport, spearheaded by Prime Minister Mark Brown.
US Coast Guard vessel visits Rarotonga, crew joins reef conservation efforts
The United States Coast Guard vessel USCGC Joseph Gerczak (WPC-1126) docked at Avatiu Harbour on Monday for a five-day rest visit with her 27 crew members on board.
Cook Islands Tourism celebrates local changemakers
The 23rd round of Cook Islands Tourism’s Te Vaka O Ru programme, held in Aitutaki in December, recognised the exceptional contributions of local changemakers during the period of July to October 2024.
Te Tau Papa O Avarua on track for 60th Constitution celebrations
Te Tau Papa O Avarua project is progressing towards achieving several key milestones in stage one of the physical works.
‘First 1000 Days’ focus for annual health conference
Te Marae Ora, the Ministry of Health, is focusing on reducing the rate of childhood obesity, with the goal of ensuring that today’s children are free from non-communicable diseases (NCDs) from 2030 onwards.
ADB dominates Cook Islands debt portfolio
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has provided the largest proportion of lending to the Cook Islands, accounting for 81 per cent of the debt portfolio in 2024/25.
‘It takes a village’: TePOM urges community action on child protection
Protecting children from harm is a “vital responsibility” for parents and the community as a whole, says Te Punanga Ora'anga Matutu (TePOM), the Cook Islands men’s counselling centre.
In honour of late Henrica Wilson Marona
President of the Cook Islands World Day of Prayer since 2019, Luduina Williams, praised the efforts of the late Henrica Wilson Marona who successfully advocated for the nation to host the 2025 World Day of Prayer.
Bail granted for indecent assault accused
A man whose details have been suppressed by the High Court was granted bail on Friday.
Health Ministry increases due diligence on medical clearance for expatriate workers
Te Marae Ora (TMO), Ministry of Health has increased due diligence assessments of medical clearance for expatriate workers to ensure that they are HIV negative.
Ministry confirms 46 per cent pass rate for NCEA Level 1
The Secretary for Education, Owen Lewis has confirmed that the NCEA Level 1 pass rate is 46 per cent which can eventually change as the results are only preliminary at the moment.
Cook Islands establishes Destination Stewardship Advisory Group
The Cook Islands Government has taken a bold step towards a sustainable and inclusive future with the establishment of the Destination Stewardship Advisory Group (DSAG).
