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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.
Change in pre-departure Covid testing for visitors
Cook Islands will change its pre-departure Covid-19 testing requirement to include rapid antigen tests (RAT) as an option instead of PCR tests which cost around $250.
Record high Covid-19 cases
A record 41 new cases of Covid-19 were announced yesterday, bringing the total number of cases to 247 (as of 6pm yesterday).
Resorts struggling to get enough Rapid Antigen Tests to meet demand
Cook Islands resorts are scrambling to get enough Rapid Antigen Tests to meet the demand of visitors to arrive in the islands in the coming weeks, but health authorities are confident sufficient supplies will be available.
Guilty of rape, indecent acts and indecent assault
A man has been found guilty of rape and other sexual offending against a 15-year-old girl following a three-day jury trial at the High Court in Avarua.
Search underway for missing fishermen
A Cook Islands Police led search party is looking for two fishermen who went missing during a fishing trip off Rutaki on Saturday night.
Prayer evening held for Ukraine
A number of people have attended the Ukraine prayer meeting on Sunday evening, with one of the organisers Jakub Postrzygacz saying the event “was amazing”.
Celebrating women who lead the way in sustainability
Five inspiring women have shared their perspectives on climate change and building a sustainable future at a dinner organised by the Cook Islands Business and Professional Women’s Association (BPW) on Tuesday, in celebration of International Woman’s Day.
Key testimonies in rape trial
The jury trial of a man charged with rape and other sexual related offending against a 15-year-old girl continued on Wednesday as his partner was called to the stand by the Crown.
Kōrero O Te Ōrau’s fishing vaka launched
A vaka built by Kōrero O Te `Ōrau leaders and students with the assistance and guidance of expert boat builder William Powell, were blessed and successfully launched on Saturday at Avarua harbour.
Japan funded project to provide low-cost tractor rental services
Japan has provided the Cook Islands with three tractors in a bid to boost its agricultural sector.
Aitutaki holding tight after detecting first Covid case
As the island of Aitutaki experienced its first Covid-19 case this week, community leaders were doing everything they could to minimise the spread.
Critically endangered turtle found dead
The death of a critically endangered Hawksbill turtle is likely due to pollution in the Avatiu Harbour.
Covid-19: Peak ‘could be in the next three to six weeks’
After recording over 30 daily cases of Covid-19 in the past two days, Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health is bracing for Omicron’s peak while wary of the significant pressure it will have on the workforce.
Chamber of Commerce appoints new chief executive
Rebecca Tavioni is the newly appointed Chamber of Commerce chief executive officer.
No cases of dengue recorded in Cook Islands yet
Dengue fever has remained absent in the Cook Islands this year with the last case recorded in December.
No action taken against ‘family’ who breached isolation rules
No action has been taken following an incident in which a family reportedly flouted Covid-19 isolation rules.
Students pass bill in ‘Practice Parliament’
A special practice parliament was held in celebration of International Women’s Day (IWD).
Rape trial gets underway
The jury trial of a man charged with rape and other sexual related offending against a 15-year-old girl began in Rarotonga on Tuesday.
Cooks and China in ‘people to people links’ discussions
New Ambassador for the People’s Republic of China (PRC) Wang Xiaolong has been on Rarotonga for a whistle-stop visit this week to talk about future co-operation with the Cook Islands.
USP marks International Women’s Day
The University of the South Pacific (USP) recognises the significance of International Women’s Day (IWD), by providing equal opportunities for women’s participation and leadership within the University.
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