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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.
Cook Islands United Party to appeal Atiu petition decision
The Cook Islands United Party are taking their electoral petitions alleging treating by two independent MPs all the way to the Court of Appeal.
Schools hold fundraisers
Nikao Primary and Te Uki Ou Primary are among schools organising their fundraisers today. Apii Nikao principal Michael Mokai said from 9am until midday the school would hold its enterprise day.
United States to recognise Cook Islands as a sovereign state
The United States has committed to recognising Cook Islands as a sovereign state alongside Niue, “following appropriate consultations”.
US-Pacific summit: ‘Cooks deserve a seat at the table’
A New Zealand international relationships expert says that the Cook Islands should always have been part of the inaugural United States-Pacific Islands summit, after news that the US overturned its previous omission.
French patrol boat continues strengthening ties with Cook Islands
French Navy patrol boat Bougainville has again been welcomed by the Cook Islands in an ongoing partnership between governments.
New Parliament committee room to be named the Queen Elizabeth Gallery
After about a month of renovations, an unused office in Parliament is ready to be transformed into the committee meeting room and library.
Disabled, LGBTQ+ and children experience human rights violence, says survey
For civil and political rights, Cook Islands is one of the best performers in the world according to the Human Rights Measurement Initiative (HRMI), however, the rights of people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ population could be improved.
Confusion reigns over Queen’s Memorial ‘public holiday’
There appears to be some confusion over the legal framework surrounding Friday, September 30 being deemed a public holiday as a mark of respect to the passing of Queen Elizabeth II.
Repeat child sex offender sentenced to 14 years in prison
A former taxi driver who committed multiple sexual offences against four girls under the age of 12 has been sentenced to 14 years’ imprisonment. Matthew Littlewood reports. (Warning: This story contains graphic descriptions of the offences committed by the defendant).
Amazing Grace: Toroma wins Karaoke Idol competition
Grace Toroma is the new 2022 Karaoke Idol, wowing the audience and judges with her powerful voice on Saturday night taking out the Cook Islands Game Fishing Club organised competition.
Motorcyclist receives multiple injuries in early morning crash
A female motorcyclist suffered injuries to her face, legs and arms following a crash in Rarotonga on Monday morning.
Superfund partners with Smartshares to ‘accelerate global investment portfolio implementation’
Cook Islands National Superannuation Fund (CINSF) will implement its global investment portfolio of NZ$200 million using funds offered through NZX subsidiary Smartshares.
Drowning incident referred to coroner
The medical report for a 58-year old male tourist who is believed to have drowned at Fruits of Rarotonga has been referred to the coroner, says a Cook Islands Police spokesperson.
Cannabis ‘captain’ found guilty
The alleged leader of a cannabis operation is found guilty of drug related charges by a 10-person jury who deliberated for only an hour.
Atiu petitions struck out, United Party ‘looking to appeal’ decision
Petitions alleging that two political candidates in Atiu were guilty of treating during the 2022 general election campaign have been struck out by Chief Justice Sir Hugh Williams.
Judge to make his closing remarks on cannabis trial
A defence lawyer for the alleged ‘captain’ of a cannabis drug operation says the real criminal is currently in New Zealand.
Police investigate suspected drowning
A 58-year old male tourist is believed to be the country’s latest drowning victim.
U-turn: U.S. invites Cook Islands to Pacific Leaders summit
The United States has reconsidered Cook Islands for the inaugural U.S.-Pacific Island Country Summit after earlier snubbing the country from the two-day meeting to be held this week in Washington DC.
Karaoke singers ready to battle in competition final
Nine singers will take the stage tonight competing for the title of Rarotonga’s top karaoke singer in the showdown at the Cook Islands Game Fishing Club in Tupapa.
Cooks set to ban importation of ozone-depleting products
The Cook Islands is pushing ahead with rules banning the importation of all ozone-depleting products by 2030.
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