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Cooks diaspora consultations in New Zealand
This week’s Cook Islands diaspora consultations in New Zealand have amounted to a shotgun approach to current affairs covering a variety of topics of national importance.
Cooks in plastics treaty negotiations
Heads of delegation for about 32 member states met in Glion, Switzerland, to share views and ideas in preparation for the fifth and final session of Intergovernmental Negotiations Committee (INC-5) to establish a legally binding treaty to end plastic pollution, which will take place in Busan, Republic of Korea this November 2024.
Clean up the Cook Islands Day
Te Tu’anga Taporoporo National Environment Service (NES) will coordinate its annual ‘Clean Up the Cook Islands Day’ event this Friday, emphasising the importance of environmental action and also to inspire collective action against waste.
Ngatangiia MP aims to revitalise Muri with police and public toilet
Plans are in place for Ngatangiia and Muri to revive their police post and build public toilets, but both projects depend on funding, according to their Member of Parliament, Tukaka Ama.
Paunu Day keeps Cook Islands toddlers healthy
Babies and infants on the island of Manihiki attended “Paunu” where their general wellbeing was monitored (weighed, measured and assessed) to track their growth and development.
Teenager convicted for stealing government vehicle
A teenager who unlawfully took a government vehicle in April this year has been convicted and given a 16-month suspended sentence.
Tragic past spurs new defibrillator initiative in Muri
Tragic past incidents where a defibrillator could have made a difference are the motivation behind an initiative to install a new defibrillator post in Muri for its community.
Starlink launches in Cook Islands
Starlink officially launched its services in the Cook Islands yesterday, offering the most expensive residential plan in the South Pacific region but still competitive compared to other local providers.
Browne calls for investigation into prison work release programme
Recent reports of a high-profile inmate spotted having breakfast at a well-known café in Arorangi raises serious concerns about the management and oversight of the Ministry of Corrective Services work release programme, says Opposition leader Tina Browne.
Graham takes over as New Zealand High Commissioner to Cook Islands
The newly appointed New Zealand High Commissioner to the Cook Islands, Catherine Graham, assumed the role yesterday taking over from Tui Dewes whose term came to an end on September 8.
Pu Tapere election challenged
An election of a village leader has been embroiled in controversy after claims that proper process was not followed, and only a few were informed, while a meeting organiser insisted that all protocols were adhered to.
Opposition welcomes regulations, warns against premature mining
The Opposition leader has welcomed the regulatory framework for deep-sea mining but maintains the stance against any mining activities until ‘environmentally friendly technology’ is available and Cook Islanders are fully involved.
Pacific nations unite to combat cyber threats at regional meeting
The Pacific Cyber Security Operational Network (PaCSON) is an operational cyber security network that plays a vital role in enhancing cyber security in the Pacific region.
Drunk drivers cause multiple crashes: Police
Police attended a number of road crashes over the weekend, resulting in drivers being taken to the hospital and another being arrested. The incidents are allegedly alcohol-related.
Case of missing Fiji crew member referred to Coroner
Police have completed the investigations in the case of a 22-year-old Fiji crew member of cargo vessel Lady Moana who fell overboard during a return voyage from Mangaia in July.
Court briefs
Keith Adair Mokotupu has been advised to come with his lawyer on the next adjournment date, October 17.
Garment printing campaign raises awareness against deep-sea mining
The upcoming “Sail Out Rally”, calling for a precautionary pause on deep sea mining, is gaining momentum with a “printing for the protection of our ocean” campaign at the Punanga Nui Market.
Charlie-Puna admits to café visit, loses prison privileges
A high-profile inmate’s work release programme was cancelled after she admitted to having breakfast at a popular eatery in Arorangi last Friday.
Te Kainga encourages help for suicidal individuals
“Changing the narrative on suicide” is the theme for this year’s World Suicide Prevention Day.
Ex water boss Manning impressed by TTV’s progress despite past challenges
The progress made by the Rarotonga water authority, To Tatou Vai (TTV), in its bid to deliver quality water service to the residents has left a great impression on its first chief executive.
New mammogram machine by end of this year: Williams
A mammogram machine is expected to be in place by the end of this year, says Bob Williams, Secretary of Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health.
Court briefs
Justice of the Peace Tangi Taoro presided over several assault matters at the Criminal Court in Avarua on Thursday, September 5.
