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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.
Man pleads guilty to careless driving
Ordain Tutakiao has appeared in court on charges of dangerous driving causing injury and possession of a utensil.
Potential costs for unvaccinated facing medical emergency
Unvaccinated people aged over 18 needing to go to New Zealand for medical reasons may have to cover the cost of their own chartered plane, says Secretary of Health Bob Williams.
Ministry of Health receives Japan and UNICEF Donation
Te Marae Ora have received two 4x4 vehicles and motor vehicle accessories thanks to the Government of Japan and United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF).
MIQ breach charges dropped
A man forced to spend two days in prison has had charges for breaching Managed Isolation and Quarantine (MIQ) order dropped.
Cops to get combat training
Police officers will soon join prison wardens, probation and justice staff in elite close encounter technical combat system classes.
Students happy to be back at school
It’s back to school again with smiles, noise, chatter and shrieks of laughter at schools on Rarotonga for the first day of the new academic year, yesterday.
Woman in serious condition following motorcycle crash
A woman is in intensive care in a serious condition following a crash involving two motorcycles on Rarotonga in the early hours of Monday morning.
Trees toppled and rare wildlife killed during storms
A conservation area on Rarotonga established more than 30 years ago has been significantly damaged by storms which hit the island last month.
Unvaccinated can still fly, just not with Air NZ: TMO
Unvaccinated over 18 who need to go to New Zealand for medical reasons can still get there but not with Air New Zealand, says Secretary of Health Bob Williams.
Pukapuka men meet to review island rules
The island of Pukapuka has its unique customs.
Getting down to business on first day back at school
After a week’s delay to the start of the new academic year to allow five to 11-year-olds to receive their first dose of the Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine, students on Rarotonga were back in the classrooms yesterday.
Business Trade Investment Board undergoes functional review
The Business Trade Investment Board (BTIB) underwent a functional review conducted by the Office of the Public Service Commissioner following resignations of senior staff.
Arson accused to be sentenced
A man facing arson and contempt of court charges is set to enter a guilty plea to the charge of arson following an appearance in the Criminal Court at Avarua on Friday.
Road closure and delays at Empire Bridge
Road users are advised and asked to prepare for the road closure and delays of the main road at the Empire Bridge, from 4am on Monday, February 7 until the evening of Tuesday, February 8.
Crypto group thrives on ‘an element of trust’
A new local Facebook group set up for Cook Islanders to share ideas and advice on cryptocurrency has close to 400 people join since it started four days ago.
Pa Enua show interest in Te Mire ‘Atu event
Singers and composers in the Pa Enua have expressed interest in the Te Mire ‘Atu 2022 competition.
Vairakau Maori – ‘For a better quality of life’
Long before people made appointments and waited in a doctor’s room to be diagnosed and given a prescription, people the world over including people of the Pacific used wild plants with healing properties to treat infections and ailments.
Raro woman pleads guilty to selling cannabis
A woman with name suppression has entered a guilty plea to selling cannabis for the purpose of dealing.
80 percent Rarotonga kids receive first dose
Close to 80 per cent of Rarotonga’s five to 11 years olds have received their first dose of the Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine during the three-day rollout last week.
Second cyclone shelter unveiled
The “beautiful” opening of ‘Te Papa o Savaiki Tere’ Cyclone Shelter for Tetautua, Penrhyn was held yesterday morning with approximately 150 people in attendance, says the island’s executive officer Puna Vano.
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