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A gust of laughter: Cook Islands Met Service uses humour to brighten up forecasts
The Cook Islands Meteorological Service has been adding a dash of humour to its weather updates on Facebook, and the strategy is paying off.
Cool waters and fast movement cause ex-TC Pita to weaken, says Vaiimene
As the Cook Islands weathered what was initially anticipated to be a more severe storm, Tropical Cyclone Pita, formerly a Category 1 storm, unexpectedly downgraded and spared the islands from major impacts.
New equipment to detect foreign diseases in Cook Islands livestock
New equipment donated to the Ministry of Agriculture will help detect any foreign diseases potentially present in Cook Islands livestock.
Name suppression granted to assault, drink driving accused
Name suppression was given to two defendants who appeared in the Criminal Court at Avarua on Thursday.
Crackdown on unapproved helmets
Anyone selling non approved motorcycle helmets in Rarotonga will face prosecution if they don’t comply with legislation.
PM retracts on Crown Law advice
Prime Minister Mark Brown last night admitted he did not receive any ‘formal’ advice from Solicitor General Graham Leung regarding lifting the suspension of Deputy Prime Minister Robert Tapaitau, who is facing corruption charges.
Pride and passion
Te Mire Ura senior dancers hit the stage at the National Auditorium last night for an evening of competitive cultural dancing.
Avarua Bakery part of ACI transition programme
Autism Cook Islands (ACI) visited Avarua Bakery on Tuesday as part of this month’s Autism events to promote awareness, acceptance and inclusion of people living with autism here in the Cook Islands.
AA looking to ‘restructure’ in Rarotonga
Alcoholics Anonymous is looking to restructure as an increasing number of people here are reaching out for help.
Over 200 applications received for Cook Islands PR
More than 200 Expressions of Interest (EOIs) for Cook Islands Permanent Residence has been received by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) with 71 online submissions pending.
Covid cases sporadic in Pa Enua
Covid-19 daily case numbers remain sporadic in the Pa Enua (outer Islands), with the island councils confident they have contingency plans in place should the pandemic rear its head.
Fuel prices go up
The price at the petrol pump has increased substantially, with supply issues and Russia’s conflict with Ukraine being two major factors.
Champion dancer planning to bring the ‘wow’ factor
Cook Islands cultural dancers will hit the stage tonight for the best, competitive and most entertaining Te Mire Ura Senior dance competition.
New Bill to regulate state owned service providers
Government agencies are set to discuss a proposed Bill that aims to regulate state-owned monopoly service providers.
Maru reappointed as head of Marine Resources
Secretary for the Ministry of Marine Resource (MMR), Pamela Maru has been reappointed for another three-year term.
Crown Law denies advising PM on Tapaitau’s reinstatement
Cook Islands Solicitor-General Graham Leung has denied giving advice to Prime Minister Mark Brown over the reinstatement of Deputy Prime Minister Robert Tapaitau, who is facing corruption charges.
‘High number of inmates suffering with Dyslexia’
Dyslexia advocates are calling for better care of inmates dealing with the disorder.
Covid-19 breach accused to appear in court next week
A man will be sentenced on May 25 in the Criminal Court for breaching the Covid-19 Act.
Aussies go to the polling station in Rarotonga
Australians living in Rarotonga voted in federal elections for the first time in person.
Friends of Fiji to take Government to court
Friends of Fiji President Tangaroa Vakalalabure says he has no choice but to take the Cook Islands Government to court for what he views as discriminatory and racist permanent resident (PR) application rules.
Government tight lipped about Tahiti travel costs
Prime Minister Mark Brown travelled to Tahiti to meet French Polynesia President Edouard Fritch but Government has not disclosed related costs or answered specific questions.
Tapaitau reinstatement could bring nation into ‘disrepute’: NZ academic
A New Zealand political scientist has described the situation of Robert Tapaitau’s reinstatement as a cabinet minister as “highly unsatisfactory”.
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