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National
Airport marks 51 years, Cook Islands’ 60 years of self-governance
Airport Authority Cook Islands (AACI), the nation’s gateway to the world, celebrated its 51st anniversary yesterday, marking 51 years since its opening by the late Queen Elizabeth II on January 29, 1974.
Hit and run in Arorangi claims life
An elderly woman died in a hit and run incident in Arorangi, on Tuesday night, marking the second road fatality in the country this year.
Living off the land and sea
A 69-year-old father, Nato Temu Junior, and his 80-year-old sister, Fever Teira Tana, who live alone at their family home in Tupapa, are living happily and unbothered by the ongoing rise in inflation, which has increased by 2.8 per cent this year.
Te Ipukarea Society: Ī’oi project takes flight
This week marked an exciting milestone for the Ī’oi project led by Te Ipukarea Society, as researchers successfully captured and tagged the first ī’oi in the Takitumu Conservation Area.
NES reviews national biodiversity strategy
The National Environment Service (NES) will be seeking the public’s, government agencies and non-governmental organisations’ perspectives on plans to update the Cook Islands National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP).
Paikea unveils new star compass and oe
Te Puna Marama Voyaging Foundation welcomed onboard Vaka Paikea outgoing New Zealand High Commissioner to the Cook Islands, Tui Dewes, for the blessing of their new carved etu marama star compass and the naming of their oe “inuinutai”.
Woman fined for drunk driving
A woman who has been convicted and ordered to pay a fine of $218 for excess blood alcohol and careless driving charges has also been disqualified from driving for 12 months.
Accused burglar denied bail
Nineteen-year-old Melvin Eli, one of the accused alleged to have been involved in the recent break-in reported around Avarua, has been denied bail as police prosecution revealed he could face up to nine burglary charges.
‘His legacy is one of unity and strength’: Cook Islands mourn the loss of Māori King
The Cook Islands community is deeply saddened by the passing of Kīngi Tūheitia Paki, the Māori King, who was a frequent and cherished visitor to the islands.
MoE committed to supporting students amid NCEA concerns
Cook Islands students are ‘outperforming’ the Pacific and Māori cohorts in New Zealand in the new National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) literacy and numeracy tests.
A father’s wish: Naea’s unfulfilled dream
Okirua Naea’s greatest wish is that his children had met the man who raised him into the father he is today.
Tararo’s commitment to God and family
A 29-year-old father of two, Bernard Tararo, is setting an example for all young fathers in the Cook Islands that commitment and faith are key to building a successful family.
The General’s greatest gift
A former Cook Islands rugby star and grandfather of 11, reflects on his journey as a father and husband, emphasising the importance of love, support and equality in family relationships
Dr Nio honoured for dental excellence
A proud dentist from Tai-Ote-Papa on the island of Pukapuka, Dr Kirianu ‘Dash’ Nio, has made history by becoming the first Cook Islander and the eighth in the Pacific region to be recognised as a Fellow of The International College of Dentists (ICD).
PM Brown pushes for more funding for Pacific Resilience Facility
The Pacific Resilience Facility (PRF) which was initiated under Prime Minister Mark Brown’s leadership as the chair of the Pacific Islands Forum, is currently sitting at approximately US$200 million (NZ$317.84m), only 13 per cent of the initial US$1.5 billion target.
Sand build-up hampers Vaka Paikea’s return
Vaka Paikea arrived in Avana Harbour earlier this week after departing Aitutaki earlier than expected due to unfavourable weather conditions.
Alcohol-related crashes claim 25 lives between 2014 and 2023
Twenty-five people lost their lives in alcohol-related crashes in the Cook Islands in the last 10 years, according to a recently released Te Marae Ora’s (TMO) 2021-2023 National Health Bulletin report.
Cook Islands named the world’s fastest-shrinking nation by CIA
Cook Islands has been named as the fastest-shrinking nation among 40 countries globally with a 2.24 per cent annual population decline, according to the data collected by the United States Central Intelligence Agency (CIA).
Island teams prepare for Cook Islands Games
Island teams have started fundraising for the Cook Islands Games that will be held from October 4–19, 2024.
Cook Islands discusses statehood with New Caledonia
Prime Minister Mark Brown met with President of New Caledonia, Louis Mapou, this week to strengthen support and discuss future collaborations.
Fishing community reels in success
Rarotonga has retained the annual Gary Parlour Wahoo Fishing Competition, now in its 27th year, as well as the Goldy Goldie/Ms Ben Mahimahi Fishing Tournament over the weekend.
Police probe serious rape allegation
Cook Islands Police are investigating a rape allegation and inappropriate sexual contact during the weekend labelling it as “serious incidents”.
