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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.
Driving behaviour presenting ‘unnecessary stress’, say Police
Police are concerned that the driving behaviour on Rarotonga is presenting unnecessary stress on frontline medical efforts, especially as Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health deals with the ongoing pressures of Covid-19 infections and testing.
Covid-19: Fourth case recorded
The Cook Islands has recorded its fourth Covid-19 case, says a statement from Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health.
Pledge to promote inclusion
The Pride Pledge Cook Islands programme – an initiative for a safe and inclusive workplace for all – launched on Tuesday evening, was declared a “milestone moment” for the organisation.
PM ‘disappointed’ by lack of consultation
Prime Minister Mark Brown says he is disappointed that no prior consultation was made with the Cook Islands regarding Henry Puna’s exit as secretary-general from the Pacific Islands Forum in June.
Resort loses $7000 from three-day closure
Travel to Aitutaki is now open after being suspended since Sunday’s confirmed Covid-19 case.
Cabinet approves Seabed Minerals Exploration Licences
As anticipated, the Cook Islands Cabinet has formally approved the three seabed minerals (SBM) exploration licence applications from CIC Limited, CIIC Seabed Resources Limited and Moana Minerals Limited.
Head Hunters gang ‘active’ in the Cooks
Notorious New Zealand-based Head Hunters gang has been labelled active in the Cook Islands, according to a report from an ‘independent, nonpartisan’ Sydney-based international policy think tank.
‘Show the community you believe in equality’
Pride Cook Islands launched its Pride Pledge programme on Tuesday evening – a values-based commitment that organisations and individuals can take to implement a safe and inclusive culture and environment for LGBQTI+ employees and customers.
Covid-19: Close contacts test positive, may not be 'very infectious' - Baker
Cook Islands Covid-19 count has moved from one to three after close contacts of the country’s first community case returned positive.
Reports on SG Puna stepping down ‘premature and puzzling’
Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown says any discussions relating to the Pacific Islands Forum Secretary General Henry Puna stepping aside are “premature and puzzling”.
Close Contacts of Original Case Test Positive
Health Ministry Te Marae Ora (TMO) has confirmed that the two travelling companions (close contacts) of the case first confirmed on Sunday 13 February, have tested positive for Covid-19.
‘Thankful for the support’
The voluntary fire service is expecting its first round of government funding.
Puna to ‘step down’ as Pacific Islands Forum secretary-general
A number of pacific island nations have temporarily rescinded their withdrawal from the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) in expectation of Henry Puna’s departure as secretary-general.
Mangaia serious about TMO protocols
Since the detection of the first community case of Covid-19 on Rarotonga two days ago, a Ministerial Order was issued suspending all passenger air and sea travel to the Pa Enua.
High risk of tropical cyclone
The risk of a tropical cyclone in the Cook Islands is high for the rest of February, says Cook Islands meteorological service director.
‘Kind-hearted and hardworking’
Cook Islander and second-year Wellington law student Tearoa Atama Kairua has been recognised for her excellent work as a residential advisor at Victoria University’s student accommodation Stafford House.
Nukutere College prefects inducted
Since the first term of school started last Monday, schools have been preparing for the indictment ceremonies for their respective perfects.
Calls to formalise high level dialogue mechanism with the Pacific
Cook Islands, through Associate Minister for Foreign Affairs and Immigration Tingika Elikana has called on the United States to formalise a high level dialogue mechanism with the Pacific if it is committed to deeper engagement with the Pacific.
Authorities explain delay in Covid-19 announcement
The Prime Minister and Secretary of Health say they were waiting for more information before they made the public announcement that a visitor tested positive to Covid-19.
Covid tests come back negative
All 424 Covid-19 tests on Monday have come back negative but the virus could still be spreading in the community, says the Secretary of Health.
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