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National
Matavera’s new two storey commercial hub to open soon
In Matavera, the smallest district by land size on Rarotonga, a new two storey building “Te Waka” is set to redefine the local landscape with its mix of culinary delights, island apparel and commercial opportunities.
Driver ordered to pay over $11,500 in reparations after crash
Terea Ngatokorua Maruaau, who appeared in court yesterday, has been ordered to pay over $3000 in reparations to the Te Aponga Uira (TAU) after falling asleep while driving a rental vehicle and crashing into a power pole in Nikao last month.
Man arrested for stealing a carton of beer
A 21-year-old man is in custody and facing a burglary charge for allegedly stealing a carton of beer.
Health prepares for returning Cook Islands residents
A maximum of 155 returning Cook Islanders and permit holders will arrive in Rarotonga this afternoon in the first of the two repatriation flights from Auckland.
A change of environment for outgoing tourism boss
After 12 years at Cook Islands Tourism, Fua will take on the position of director at the service from mid-January. The board of the Cook Islands Tourism Corporation confirmed it had received and accepted the resignation, effective January 14. Fua will also resign from his chairman role at the Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO). Cook Islands […]
Pukapuka mourns fallen king
The Pukapuka community are mourning the death of their king Aliki Wolo, Pakitonga Tetio Kaitala Paulo Iti.
Judges deliberate on fisheries dispute
The highest court in the Commonwealth has heard submissions and will deliberate on a long-standing dispute involving the Cook Islands Government, William Framhein and Te Ipukarea Society (TIS).
Remedial work at Punanga Nui Playground ‘almost finished’
The team from the Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) has been busy undertaking remedial work at the children’s playground at the Punanga Nui market this week, ensuring that the necessary changes are made so that the playground is fit for the island’s tamariki to once again enjoy.
Empire Bridge report expected next week
Cook Islands National Environment Service has announced an awaited update on the Environmental Impact Assessment regarding the construction of the Empire Bridge will be ready by next week.
Diabetes prevention better than cure
To commemorate World Diabetes Day Te Marae Ora (TMO) is conducting free diabetes screenings for anyone aged 18 years and above.
Air New Zealand flight schedule disappears
Two friends who came to Rarotonga for a working holiday from New Zealand had their December flights cancelled earlier this month leaving them confused.
‘Expect 2400 infections, 100 hospitalisations and ten deaths when Covid-19 arrives’: TMO
Covid-19 is likely to hit the Cook Islands causing multiple deaths, hundreds of hospitalisations and thousands of infections when it arrives.
New standing orders simplified
The new standing orders - the official rules that will regulate the proceedings in parliament - will be made into plain, gender-neutral language, and will follow procedures in line with international parliamentary practice.
Cook Islanders receive Creative New Zealand Arts Pasifika Awards
Cook Islanders have been recognised among Pacific artists at the 25th Creative New Zealand Arts Pasifika Awards.
Cook Islander receives Medal of the Order of Australia
Cook Islander Ngatuaine (Nga) Hosking’s hard work, community spirit and generosity have been recognised with a Medal of the Order of Australia.
Aitutaki One Cook Islands/Demo announce candidates for 2022 Elections
One Cook Islands Party president George Turia has announced confirmation of their candidates for the nation’s 2022 General Elections.
Te Vaerua organises caregivers’ workshop
A practical and theory workshop targeted for caregivers and family members looking after the elderly and disabled starts today, hosted by the Te Vaerua Community Rehabilitation Inc.
Rarotonga prepares with prayer for upcoming cyclone season
Close to 1000 people flocked to the National Auditorium on Sunday evening for the Cyclone Season National Thanksgiving Service.
Doubts over projections to get debt back to ‘normal’
Cook Islands financial secretary Garth Henderson cannot quantify if debt will be back to pre-pandemic levels despite assurances from Prime Minister Mark Brown that it will be.
Police forbid three teen motorists from driving
Three teenagers, all aged 19, were forbidden from driving in the early of hours of Sunday on Rarotonga.
‘Wat-er waste!’
A lobbyist has called out the group responsible for replacing Rarotonga’s water network with claims the new $90 million system has not been designed to respond to the environment.
McDonald shares his love for BBQ
Tom and Lucy McDonald celebrated the official opening of the Paradise Supplies and Uncle Tom’s BBQ Shop on Friday afternoon in the presence of their friends and family who were treated to a celebratory BBQ grilled by Tom himself.
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