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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.
Hard work pays off for Tereora students after annual prize giving awards
Top senior students from Tereora College were rewarded for their exceptional performance in the 2020 academic year.
‘Be in charge of your health’- Free checkups coincide with World Diabetes Day
There are 1600 diabetic patients, mainly adults, in the Cook Islands, says Te Marae Ora health ministry.
Health boss ‘resigns’
Concerns raised over sudden resignation of Secretary of Health amid Covid-19 crisis.
Three arrivals from Friday's flight placed in quarantine
The placing of three arrivals in supervised quarantine on Friday has prompted the Opposition to renew its calls for mandatory supervised quarantine for all incoming international visitors.
Drug case of American citizen adjourned
American citizen Theran Celesta Weaver III is facing a charge of possession of cannabis in the Cook Islands.
Health secretary resigns, will vacate position in February 2021
Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health Secretary Dr Josephine Aumea Herman has tendered her resignation.
Nationwide mayonnaise shortage set to end
A month-long critical shortage of mayonnaise is set to end this weekend with an expected shipment of the popular condiment.
No supervised quarantine for new arrivals
A week-long visit by a New Zealand government delegation to explore the feasibility of a travel bubble with Cook Islands is expected to go forward as details emerge on latest community Covid-19 cases.
Hospital death referred to coroner
The ingestion of Epsom salt as an alternative medicine are being looked at as the potential cause of death of a Rarotonga man, who recently returned from Auckland.
‘When you put God first, He will elevate you’ - Tereora College Dux of the year puts faith above achievements
Adelaida Brown from Anau Te Kou was shocked when she was announced the Dux of the Year 2020 for Tereora College.
Driver disqualified after crashing into hydro pole
Police prosecutor puts damages to power poles from a crash last month in Avatiu to around $13,000.
Cook Islander receives $300k grant to lead study on psychology
Auckland-born Cook Islander and university lecturer, Dr Sam Manuela has been given funding for research into Pacific psychology.
Island welcomes Raro guests, despite Covid-19 concerns
Residents from the outer island of Mauke have raised concerns about the lifting of quarantine requirements for overseas arrivals.
Cook Islands receives $17.6 million grant to fight climate change
The Cook Islands is set to receive a second grant from the Green Climate Fund (GCF), boosting its climate change mitigation efforts.
New community Covid-19 cases in NZ lead to travel bubble uncertainty
Both governments are monitoring two new community Covid-19 cases in NZ that could affect talks on a travel bubble.
New chair’s appointment to key government agency questioned
Questions have been raised over the appointment of ‘controversial’ local broadcaster George Pitt to the role of Business Trade and Investment Board chair.
PM joins vaka voyage to Aitutaki
Prime Minister Mark Brown departed for Aitutaki yesterday on his first voyage aboard vaka Marumaru Atua, which is expected to arrive on the Southern Group atoll midday Thursday.
Water tanks for Mauke
Eight concrete tanks will be constructed on Mauke to improve the island’s water storage capacity.
Tourism industry eager for bubble, ready for visitors
The tourism industry says it’s ready to welcome visitors, but opening borders before Government financial support ends will be crucial for the sector to retain hospitality workers.
‘Turtles like to nest in peace, don’t disturb them’, says local conservation group
It’s that time of the year again when sea turtles come ashore to lay their eggs, and a local conservation group is spreading awareness to ensure they can carry out their important work in peace.
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