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Solid and Hazardous Waste Bill referred to Parliament committee
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DPM defends CIIC finance and travel policies
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Cook Islands has its first mosque
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CI Muslim opens up about her faith and journey
16 November 2024
RAC to address mosque legality
19 November 2024
I don’t expect much change: PM Brown on US Elections
6 November 2024
Fifth weekly Sydney flight to Rarotonga announced
23 October 2024
CIIC directors seek $350,000 in damages over defamatory claims
21 October 2024
Man found guilty of rape, burglary
24 September 2024
Tenants face water bill burden
8 October 2024
Concerns over Minister’s role in inmate work releases: PAC
5 October 2024
Tourism contribution set to surpass half-billion dollar mark
25 September 2024
Parliament Clerk sparks outrage over deep sea mining statement
23 September 2024
Deep sea dilemma: Cook Islanders weigh the cost of mineral riches
21 September 2024
Anxiety on the rise: Cook Islands faces mental health challenge
7 September 2024
Cook Islands deep sea mining poll sparks controversy
7 September 2024
MCI rejects ‘dark fleet’ label
3 August 2024
Rising seas, rising costs: Climate impacts on Cook Islands economy
2 September 2024
Inflation eases but concerns remain
31 August 2024
Prime Minister defends $659,000 MPs travel bill
23 August 2024
Taxpayers foot $659,000 bill for MPs travel and allowance
22 August 2024
Corruption report exposes ‘bribe and sexual favours’
17 January 2023
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Challenging ‘rape culture’
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National
Two men to face Court over Boxing Day incident in Parengaru
A second man will appear at the Criminal Court in Avarua today, as a party to the offence of wilfully damaging a property in Parengaru on Boxing Day.
Ngatoko takes helm as chief of staff for Prime Minister
A new chief of staff to the Office of the Prime Minister has been appointed to lead the team in advancing key national initiatives, including the National Sustainable Development Agenda.
A passion for books
Rarotonga's book club has returned to its new location at Muri Beach Club Hotel after a summer hiatus.
PM in spotlight as charter flight matter back in court
Private criminal proceedings filed against Prime Minister Mark Brown and former Prime Minister Henry Puna highlight the jury trials commencing tomorrow following a gap of over a year caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.
Respecting the voices of Cook Islands women at Parliament
The Australian High Commission celebrated International Women’s Day with 42 students from the mock Youth Parliament yesterday.
More translation courses needed
The Kopapa Reo Maori translation/interpretation workshop course held last week at Sinai Hall was a challenging experience for Michael Moeara from the island of Mangaia.
Incoming passengers
Around 55 passengers are expected to arrive in Rarotonga from Auckland tomorrow.
Akararangi’anga no te iti vaine o te Kuki Airani
The International Women’s Day movement has called upon the global community to “Choose to Challenge” for gender equality this year.
Decrease in Super rates
Lower forecasted investment returns have prompted the Cook Islands National Superannuation Fund to decrease pay out rates for new pensioners.
Action Man helps Creative Centre
Minister George (Maggie) Angene, Member of Parliament for Tupapa, was out with his boys assisting the Creative Centre with their clean up around the compound on Friday.
Public consultations on Covid-19 vaccine this week
Te Marae Ora health ministry is holding consultation meetings this week to advise people on the government’s plans to roll-out the coronavirus vaccine.
From sunny Rarotonga to freezing works
Six of Captain Tama’s Lagoon Cruizes staff are currently in New Zealand under a seasonal work contract – all to support their families here in Rarotonga.
Travel bubble uncertainty in an already uncertain business
As government works towards two-way quarantine-free travel with New Zealand by the end of the month, local businesses are getting desperate and many say they can’t survive much longer without tourists. Yet even with a bubble, they face unprecedented challenges in an uncertain environment.
Mixing science with fun and imagination
Former Miss Cook Islands and Miss South Pacific Joyana Finch recently released a book ‘Buzz the Electron’ on Amazon. Just weeks after its release, Finch saw the book rise to number one in the ‘Children’s electricity and electronic’ category on Amazon. It has received a five-star rating.
Matie Ethical Care – Caring for the land, the people and the future
This week, Te Ipukarea Society is very pleased to share information about a new environmental initiative which has recently been established here in Rarotonga, writes Kate Mckessar.
Respected leader laid to rest
Hundreds of mourners attended the funeral of well-respected paramount chief and passionate cultural expert, Tararo Temaeva Arii Tepoua’e Karati Ariki MBE (Papa Maeva) of Akatokamanava, who was buried at the Avarua Cook Islands Christian Church (CICC) grounds yesterday.
Superwomen to share stories of challenge and perseverance
Six women will be sharing their stories on how they #ChooseToChallenge in their work places and communities in acknowledgement and celebration of International Women’s Day on Monday. March 8.
Learning how to break the mould
Yes they can – a new group of budding young entrepreneurs from Tereora College have now taken on the challenge of completing the Young Enterprise Scheme (YES) programme this year.
Parliament explains delay in appointment of new Clerk
The Clerk of Parliament’s position has been re-advertised due to the small number of applications received, says Cook Islands Parliament.
Border to reopen for incoming passengers
After a week of no returnees, Government will allow incoming passengers on next week’s flights.
Road crashes down to all-time monthly low
Motor vehicle crashes have dipped to an all-time monthly low, as reduced traffic volumes and police checkpoints continue to hold incidents to a minimum.
Invitation to join writing group
Te Vairanga Kite Pakari or the Cook Islands Research Association’s writing group convened this week and an invitation is extended to anyone who is interested to join them.
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