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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.
Cannabis accused gets letter of support from Aitutaki MP
A man arrested and charged with dealing cannabis has received letters of support from a Member of Parliament, a former Cabinet Minister and a doctor.
Thorp wins popular fishing contest
Cameron Thorp won the 2022 Gordon Murray Memorial Fishing Tournament after landing a 183.6kg Blue Marlin – the heaviest fish of the tournament – and an impressive catch of 165kg in the aggregate section.
Top cop ‘will not debate policing in public arena’
High profile Cook Islands lawyer Mark Short says Police Commissioner James Keenan is reviewing all areas of policing following concerns of the handling of minor traffic infringements but police media remain tight lipped.
Girls outnumber boys in Apii Arorangi student leader’s group
Girls have dominated the selection of prefects for Apii Arorangi with eight receiving the badges of distinction from 12 inducted into leadership roles.
Fisheries dispute dismissed
The highest court in the Commonwealth has dismissed a long-standing dispute involving the Cook Islands Government, William Framhein and local environment group Te Ipukarea Society (TIS).
Covid-19: Children under five test positive
Seventeen more cases of Covid-19 as part of a single cluster identified on Sunday was confirmed yesterday, bringing the total number of positive cases in the Cook Islands to 42 (as of 2pm yesterday).
Cook Islands to get new border patrol duo
Cook Islands probationary police constable Saitu Saitu, pictured left, with drug detection dog Hoss and Detective Sergeant Vainenooroa Ngametua, has made a commitment to strengthening border security.
Building assets for the nation and for people
Cadetships are a tried and proven way of introducing and training new staff into an industry; and a good way of teaching the skills that industry really needs, around the world. In Rarotonga Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) has just taken on two cadets and Derek Fox caught up with them to see how they ended up where they are and how they are settling into life at CIIC.
Record participation at annual fishing comp
A record number of 41 boats registered and took part in the annual Gordon Murray Memorial Fishing Tournament that was held on Saturday.
Former environment worker pleads guilty to theft charges
Axed deputy National Environment Service (NES) director pleaded guilty to stealing over $12,000 from the public purse, however, the defendant’s lawyer says the guilty plea was made only to put an end to the case.
Record rise in Covid cases
Three schools – Te Uki Ou, Tereora College and Nikao Maori – will be closed today after ‘at least one new positive Covid-19 case each’ have been identified at these schools yesterday.
Lawyer calls out authorities on minor breaches
A high profile Cook Islands lawyer has called out authorities for their handling of minor traffic infringements.
Raro visitors ready to roll Covid-19 dice
Some tourists planning a trip to the Cook Islands are unaware of the risks associated with Covid-19 - which includes bearing isolation costs if they test positive while on holiday here – while others are prepared to roll the dice.
Setting example for others
Newly-inducted Imanuela Akatemia prefect is looking forward to the responsibilities and challenges that comes with the role.
Cook Islands farewell police patrol boat Te Kukupa
There were emotional and humorous moments at Avatiu Harbour as Te Kukupa was officially farewelled by friends, family, crew and dignitaries on Friday.
Apii Avarua inducts thirty student leaders
With the largest primary school roll of just under 400 students, Apii Avarua inducted their 30 prefects at the school’s Punanga o Matakura Dome on Thursday morning.
Cooks confirm first Covid-19 community case
Cook Islands has today confirmed its first community case of Covid-19, bringing the total number of positive cases to nine.
Nikao seawall mural ‘longest in the South Pacific’
Marae Moana – the largest multi-use marine park in the world that covers the whole of the Cook Islands – is the inspiration for the Nikao Seawall mural.
Public bid final farewell to police vessel
Members of the public got the opportunity to get up close to Te Kukupa at Avatiu Harbour for one last time on Thursday as she prepares to say farewell to the Cook Islands for good.
Cooks’ first Covid-19 case leaves isolation
The active number of Covid-19 cases in Rarotonga now stands at seven after the first positive case finished her 10-day isolation period this week.
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