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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.
New Zealand funded ‘Tivaivai Taorei Revival Project’ proves successful
The New Zealand High Commission funded “Tivaivai Taorei Revival Project” to teach women and girls the fading intricate artwork skills, has proven to be a success.
Sharing the gift of music
Motivated to leave a legacy behind, the ambitious, vivacious and talented recording artist, Cook Islander Vaniva Tixier has released six albums of CD’s all in one hit.
Cook Islands’ human rights measurement to continue
A New Zealand-based human rights initiative is once again looking for buy in from the Cook Islands to ensure the rights of people are not breached by the state or other people in power or with authority.
Security patrol service ends on Rarotonga. . . Where to next?
Chris Denny has ceased his security patrol services that he established four years ago. Seeing a downturn in his business services to accommodation owners, Denny said it was a sad day.
PR recipients join in ceremony on Rarotonga
Fourteen remaining recipients of permanent residency (PR) have be awarded their PR certificates during a ceremony to be held at the VIP lounge of the Rarotonga International Airport.
Men’s health advice . . . look in the mirror
The Cook Islands Men’s Health has received $800 cash which will assist with health awareness programmes to better men’s health and fitness in the country.
Happy on Penrhyn Island after 160 days at sea
After 160 days at sea in a 24 foot ocean rowing boat, Australian Tom Robinson was brought ashore to Omoka, the capital of Penrhyn/Tongareva island on Friday afternoon.
Rain arrives, but water conservation message remains
Catchment intakes are looking healthier after a major dump of rain in the past week, but people are still being advised to conserve water.
Historic assault case thrown out after five years
An assault case stretching back five years has been thrown out of court following lengthy correspondence between the defence and the victim.
Aloha greets Kia Orana as Hawaiian Airlines prices go online
Tourism operators now have the North American market in their sights, with the first airfares of the Honolulu- Rarotonga flight going online this week.
Expo offers Antarctic experience to islanders
Being able to step from the sweltering sandy climate of the Cook Islands into the freezing environs of the Antarctic will be a novelty for the community of Aitutaki.
Using nature to hold it all together
Almost two years ago to the day we completed construction of a 45 metre stretch of geotextile sand bag (geobag) revetment wall at Avana Harbour, to help protect the foreshore from erosion.
Retiring Chief Justice on his time here, suggestions for law reform
Retiring Chief Justice Sir Hugh Williams KNZM, KC has spoken with Cook Islands News and shares some insight into our judiciary.
Former Tereora College students reunite, reminisce
Tereora College students from the 1950s and 1960s reconnected with one another sharing an evening of laughter, songs and nostalgia, indulging in enjoyable recollections of their past at the country’s national college.
JP: ‘This matter has become really, really messy’
A Justice of the Peace has expressed frustration as a case stretching back close to two years is dragging on.
Refreshing rain and flowers for prize giving day
The refreshing rain didn’t dampen the high and happy spirits of children, parents and families at the popular well attended annual prize giving day events held this week for some schools on Rarotonga.
Police seek second driver involved in Avarua car crash
Cook Islands Police are seeking a person who fled from a car crash in Avarua on Thursday morning.
Conservation successes in the Cook Islands
The delightful little kākerōri, or Rarotonga flycatcher, has been brought back from the brink of extinction in a Cook Islands conservation success story.
Back home after a ‘surreal’ four years as high commissioner
Elizabeth Wright-Koteka is back in Rarotonga after a busy four years as our country’s High Commissioner to New Zealand. She talks to Cook Islands News journalist Matthew Littlewood about her time in that role.
‘Study hard and do your best’
Apii Avarua’s dux of the year Teiva Nanai is pictured with her younger Year 5 brother Avaikibo – who won an award for the most outstanding student in his class – and their proud parents Teeiau and Teava Nanai.
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