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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.

Court

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.

Failure to advertise postpones Rarotonga Land Court sittings

Judge Wilson Isaac has adjourned until further notice the land court sittings that were scheduled to be heard this week and next, due to the lists not being published in accordance with the High Court’s Code Civil Procedure.

Local

Smooth sailing on vaka Marumaru Atua

Father Freddy Kaina conducted a blessing of Vaka Marumaru Atua before she was relaunched into the waters of Avatiu harbour yesterday.

Local


Bookings explode with bubble date

Thousands of flight bookings have followed Sunday’s announcement of a Cooks-NZ travel bubble start date. Tourism industry stakeholders say they are ready to accommodate the incoming tide of sun-hungry kiwis.

Economy

Warm welcome awaits visitors, resort owner says

A leading resort group welcomes the re-opening of the New Zealand – Cook Islands borders for safe, two-way, quarantine free travel from May 16.

Economy


Candidate says airport on voters’ minds in advance of Manihiki by-election

The Independent candidate in tomorrow’s by-election in Manihiki believes the sealing of the Northern Group island’s airport is foremost in the minds of voters, and not policies or manifestos.

National


The ocean welcomes back Vaka Marumaru Atua

After nearly five months on dry dock for safety throughout the cyclone season and maintenance tasks, Vaka Marumaru Atua is now planned to return to the water at Avatiu harbour this afternoon during high tide.

Local


Concerns over border opening

The May 16 two-way quarantine free travel announcement brings mixed feelings; people are pleased that businesses will receive the much-needed boost but are concerned it’s putting the health of Cook Islanders on the line.

Health


Youth course teaches life skills, builds confidence

Youth on Mangaia took up all 40 places in a course designed to provide them with skills to help them excel in a work environment and in a modern society, by building on their confidence, self-esteem and motivation.

National


Air NZ announces Raro flights, Jetstar on hold

Local tourism industry is expecting a gradual growth in visitor numbers when two-way quarantine free travel between the Cook Islands and New Zealand commences on May 16.

Economy


Amazing dancers make judges’ work hard

Nine talented dancers lit up the stage on Friday evening in the intermediate section of the National Dancer of the Year event.

Culture


Cultural workshop for tour guides hailed a success

Tauranga Vananga - the Ministry of Cultural Development, and the Cook Islands Tourism Corporation joined forces last week to run their first cultural tour guide workshop.

Economy


"Today we start our journey of recovery", PM says

The Cook Islands will open its border to Kiwi tourists in a fortnight after the announcement of the two-way quarantine-free travel between the two countries starting on May 16 (Cook Islands time).

Local


Travel bubble to begin May 16 pending final health checks

Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown and New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern have announced two-way quarantine-free travel will commence between the two countries on May 16.

Local

Court briefs for week of April 26

A weekly roundup of cases heard in Cook Islands Court.

Crime

Rarotonga traveller in quarantine after breach

With a traveller from the Cook Islands in quarantine in Western Australia, the Opposition is re-iterating its call for a nation-wide vaccination programme before a bubble is established with New Zealand.

Local


Stage set for anticipated Manihiki by-election

One hundred and thirty voters are listed on the electoral roll for the Manihiki by-election to be held on Wednesday, May 5.

National


Support for climate change research

The procurement of new technology will help local conservationists monitor how warming oceans are affecting the marine environment around the globe.

Environment


Major announcement imminent, sources say

Sources are speculating an upcoming announcement could see either a date set for a travel bubble with New Zealand or solid plans put in place for a Covid-19 vaccination programme, but the Government is staying tight-lipped for now.

Local

Tax law change impacts offshore sector

A law that is beginning to take effect aims to preserve the country’s reputation in the offshore financial services sector, however it remains to be seen if it will stall efforts to grow the industry.

Economy

PM Brown gets big welcome in Nukuroa

Prime Minister Mark Brown is on his first official visit to the Southern Group island of Mitiaro.

National


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