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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.
Palmerston blasted by high winds during "strong squall" event
Palmerston Island has been hit by a short and sharp blast of high winds causing damage at the northern tip of the island.
Cook Islands suffers biggest GDP contraction in history
Cook Islands suffered the largest financial contraction among Pacific member countries in the fiscal year to June 30 2021 - its largest loss on record.
In brief: Court news
Police have received a letter of withdrawal from the partner of a man charged with assault on a female.
Aitutaki prepares for Anzac Day services
People attending the ANZAC Day services in Aitutaki had rapidly declined over the years but organisers are hoping for a better turnout this year.
Marumaru Atua ready to return home to Raro
After months on dry dock (during cyclone season) at Arutanga harbour in Aitutaki, Vaka Marumaru Atua is back in the water preparing for her return to Rarotonga next weekend.
Covid requirements ‘will be relaxed as cases decline’
The daily Covid-19 case numbers continue to decline in Rarotonga and Aitutaki, and the health secretary Bob Williams is hinting at further relaxations of restrictions.
Strong winds, flooding, heavy swell warnings
Strong winds, flooding and heavy swell warnings are in place across the Southern Cook Islands as unpredictable weather conditions persist.
Lady Moana to the rescue
Along with petrol which the Southern Group island of Mangaia has run out of, more than 100 cartons of chicken and an “old school” type tractor was loaded onto the MV Lady Moana yesterday morning.
Mangaia out of petrol
Mangaia’s gas stations have run dry of petrol with some workers deciding to go on ‘petrol leave’ because they don’t have enough fuel to get to work.
Mauke ready to tackle Covid-19
Officials in Mauke are looking to use community centres as places for people with Covid-19 to isolate.
Cook Islands considers new sea container cleaning system
The Sea Container Hygiene System used by Australia and New Zealand as a strategy designed to manage the biosecurity risks associated with sea containers at the port of loading and implementation is being considered in Rarotonga.
Workshop teaches traditional voyaging navigating skills
Teaching should and must be taught in Te Reo Maori, says Cook Islands master navigator and captain Peia Patai.
Businesses ‘pay above minimum wage’
There is a need to protect low-income earners but the removal of government work subsidies timed with the slow return of tourism is not ideal for minimum wage reviews, says Cook Islands Chamber of Commerce.
Atiu hopes for ‘return to normal’ after reopening
As Atiu and other islands in the Pa Enua begin to open, tourist operators are hoping for a ‘return to normal’.
New speed guns on hold
Speed guns donated last month to Cook Islands Police are still not in operation as officers are yet to be ‘certified’ before the devices are deployed.
Autism Cook Islands holiday programme kicks off
Autism Cook Islands holiday programme got underway with a drawing class hosted by local artist Hori Miller on Tuesday at Avarua School Hall.
Easter incidents ‘eerily’ similar to 2021: Police
The long weekend wrapped up with the Easter holiday period showing little signs of change or improvement over last year, police say.
Fundraiser launched for Raro’s remaining horses
An international Givealittle page has been launched for the last two surviving horses of Rarotonga.
Confusion over reparation costs
There was confusion in the Criminal Court over how much reparation needed to be paid following a motor accident.
Health staff ‘mobilised’ as Covid-19 makes its way through Pa Enua
As Covid-19 makes its way through the Pa Enua, Cook Islands Secretary of Health Bob Williams says Te Marae Ora (TMO) staff have been mobilised.
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