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23 October 2024
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Man found guilty of rape, burglary
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Tourism contribution set to surpass half-billion dollar mark
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Parliament Clerk sparks outrage over deep sea mining statement
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Deep sea dilemma: Cook Islanders weigh the cost of mineral riches
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Cook Islands deep sea mining poll sparks controversy
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MCI rejects ‘dark fleet’ label
3 August 2024
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Prime Minister defends $659,000 MPs travel bill
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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.
More Covid-19 cases confirmed as ‘variant soup’ hits New Zealand
There are now six reported cases of Covid-19 in the Cook Islands but Government remains confident as New Zealand battles with a new ‘Variant soup’.
Covid-19 case confirmed in Cooks as reported reinfections in NZ skyrocket
A Covid-19 case has been reported on Rarotonga at the same time risk of reinfection is on the rise as immunity begins to wane.
Petitions alleging treating goes to Court of Appeal
Petitions accusing independent candidates of treating should not have been struck out, lawyer for the Cook Islands United Party argues.
‘We’re after the same thing’ - PM Brown reacts to NZ’s call for ban on seabed mining
As the New Zealand government moves towards a moratorium on deep sea mining in international waters, Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown claims both governments are actually after the same thing. Matthew Littlewood and Caleb Fotheringham report.
$200k support to host regional Forum meeting
Cook Islands received financial boost from New Zealand to support the hosting of the Pacific Island Forum Leaders Meeting in 2023.
Put wellbeing of tourism workers first, panelist tells industry bosses
Tourism industry has been urged to value its people first at the Pacific Sustainable Tourism Leadership Summit held at The Edgewater Resort on Wednesday.
Rarotonga-bound Jetstar passengers vent frustration following Auckland incident
Rarotonga-bound Jetstar passengers have been offloaded causing frustration among the airline’s customers.
Climate change conference details sketchy as PM leads delegation to Egypt
As Prime Minister Mark Brown leads a significantly-sized delegation to a climate conference in Egypt - specific details surrounding the trip are sketchy.
Pa Enua set to get online upgrade
The Outer Islands online connectivity is improving with authorities looking to have it on par with Rarotonga in the next six months.
PM to lead Cook Islands delegation to COP27 summit
Prime Minister Mark Brown is heading up a Cook Islands delegation to Egypt this week, where leaders from around the world will be gathering for the 27th annual United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27).
Cook Islands hosts tourism meetings
Cook Islands is hosting the annual Pacific Tourism Organisation Board and Council of Minister’s meetings today at The Edgewater Resort. The country is also hosting the Pacific Sustainable Tourism Leadership Summit on Wednesday.
Man guilty of drink driving ordered to pay $840 in fines and reparation costs
Samuela Ratulele was ordered to pay $840 in the Criminal Court in Avarua in fines and reparation costs for a drink driving offence.
Cook Islands return below par pass rate in NCEA pilot
Cook Islands returned only 16-17 per cent pass rate in the latest National Certificates of Educational Achievement (NCEA) literacy and numeracy pilot conducted in New Zealand and its realm countries.
Media not notified of senior officials’ court appearances
Cook Islands courts are under no legislative mandate to notify the media of upcoming cases, says the Secretary of Justice.
Woman pleads guilty to drink driving charge
A woman was caught over three times the legal breath alcohol limit, the Criminal Court heard on Thursday.
Are Ariki members agree to resolve traditional title disputes outside of court
The 51st Are Ariki (House of Ariki) Assembly closed yesterday with the attendance of Ui Ariki, Ui Mataiapo, Ui Rangatira, Putokotoko/Kauono and Aronga Mana and the Minister of House of Ariki, George (Maggie) Angene at the National Auditorium.
Trust formed to eradicate pests on uninhabited atoll of Manuae
A new charitable trust with the ambition of turning the uninhabited atoll of Manuae into a pest-free sanctuary has just been established.
Warrants presented at Are Ariki Assembly
The 51st Are Ariki (House of Ariki) Assembly opened with the recognition of official warrants which were presented by the King’s Representative Sir Tom Marsters to three Ariki on Monday.
Culture head’s drink driving case adjourned
The drink driving matter of the secretary of Ministry of Cultural Development has been adjourned for December but his lawyer told the court a guilty plea is likely.
Tourist due in court following alcohol fuelled incident
A tourist accused of damaging holiday accommodation on Rarotonga while under the influence of alcohol has a date in court today.
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