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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.
Scammers tricked local company to transfer $71k
Hackers have recently infiltrated the email system of a local company resulting in a multinational investigation to recoup funds, prompting a call by investigators for public awareness of suspicious activity and potential scams.
Covid response meeting with Chinese govt
Ten Pacific nations including Cook Islands participated in a meeting with China on Sunday, where the global Covid-19 pandemic was discussed.
Vaka Pride prizes shared during Te Kara Run
The two remaining Vaka Pride prize categories for round 17 of the competition was distributed during Te Kara Run event on Friday.
Infirm benefit doubles for vulnerable in community
Infirm benefit to Cook Islanders will double from $200 to $400 per month from December 1 after endorsement and support by Cabinet and Executive Council.
Mitiaro turns focus to domestic tourism
With visitors from Rarotonga and Aitutaki heading to Mitiaro, the island’s mayor believes domestic tourism is what they need for much-needed economic development.
‘NZ extra protection for Cooks’
A potential travel bubble between New Zealand and the Cook Islands is “still being worked through”, says New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, who offered no timeline for the implementation of quarantine-free travel between the two countries on Sunday.
Cook Islander name NZ Soldier of the Year
Cook Islander and Staff Sergeant Tokahaumata Oltaches-Tagavaitau, who received the award a week ago, hopes she can pass her own inspiration on to Pasifika youth.
Hope amidst despair
A latest survey shows 74 per cent of businesses in the Cook Islands are confident that they will survive the Covid-19 crisis.
Herman nominated for Deep Sea Heroes
Alex Herman, the Cook Islands Seabed Minerals Commissioner, has been shortlisted for the Deep Sea Heroes Award in the Innovation for The Depths category.
‘Agent Tetava’ at your service
Prime Minister Mark Brown was recognised as the new leader of the country and Minister of Police at a special parade in his honour.
Barge crew return negative Covid tests
Crew onboard MV Taunga Nui all returned negative results after being tested for Covid-19 yesterday.
Finance ministry defends tender process
As a review takes place by the Audit Office after a public complaint, a government official has come out in defence of the tendering process for the Penrhyn Cyclone Shelter project.
Face masks included in Covid-19 law
The country’s ongoing response to Covid-19 was front and centre at the last Parliament sitting for the year.
Getting ready for a Tropical Christmas
Despite Covid-19, the annual Tropical Christmas festive events will be going ahead this year.
An extra special day for Nukutere College prize giving
Layered in a tower of ei’s, Nukutere College Dux of the Year Zhera Moetaua had to be guided back to her seat by classmates at the school’s prize giving day. The annual awards held at the St Joseph’s Hall yesterday was no different from any other. Parents, families and friends who attended the special day […]
Stepping up their ‘floral game’
Nine schools participated in the Mire Tiare competition that wrapped up on Thursday.
MPs attend intake tour
Elected officials and landowners were given a tour of the Avatiu intake on Thursday where trials are underway to test the recently completed water treatment system, but one opposition MP wasn’t impressed with what she saw.
Navy aircraft conducts repatriation of French nationals to Tahiti
Three French nationals, who were stranded on Rarotonga due to Covid-19, boarded a repatriation flight to Tahiti yesterday morning.
French national denied travel
An hour before a repatriation flight to Tahiti was due to depart, the High Court denied bail to a French national after he failed to pay a bond of $60,000.
Lawyer charged with indecent assault bailed
Cook Islands lawyer Wilkie Rasmussen, who is facing indecent assault charges, has been granted permission to travel to Tongareva after agreeing to pay a bond of $5000 to the Ministry of Justice.
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