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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.

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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.

Runway repairs at Rarotonga International Airport to begin early December

Long-awaited runway repairs at Rarotonga International Airport are finally set to begin as talks for a Cooks-NZ travel bubble take shape.

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‘Face yourself, love yourself’ - Student art event about self-expression

Visual Art students showcase their work at Tereora College’s informal art event yesterday.

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Solving Avatiu’s flooding problem

Drainage works around the Avatiu roundabout is being hoped to solve flooding problems that continuously occur during heavy rain. Cole Hunt, the managing director of Pandanus Petrol and Oil Limited that has suffered damages from flooding, says the work has partially helped ease water flow but hasn’t solved the problem altogether. “It has been a […]

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Local youth among world’s heaviest, study finds

An international study paints a stark picture for youth in the Cook Islands, who are found to be among the most overweight in the world.

Health


Use it, don’t abuse it! Petrol station asks public to respect free tire pressure service

A local petrol station is calling on the public to take good care of a free service they are providing or risk losing it. Pandanus Petrol and Oil Limited is disappointed at the lack of care for their tyre pressure gauges which were found broken again. Company managing director Cole Hunt said they have had […]

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Police arrest young man in theft case

A young man alleged to have stolen a large sum of cash from a Matavera property will appear in court on Thursday. Cook Islands Police said the man was arrested on Friday and is remanded at the Arorangi prison. Police also received report of a break-in at Packed Rite Store in Titikaveka, on Friday at […]

Crime

Supporting the drive for men’s health

The Cook Islands Prostate Cancer Foundation has received a timely boost in their drive for men’s health in Rarotonga.

Health


Cooks top choice for Kiwi travelers

Survey reveals traveler preferences in the Covid-19 era will include upmarket accommodation options, flexible booking arrangements, and a need for strict hygiene practices.

Local


Questions raised over recruitment for key public service roles

Government assures they are following due process for the advertising, selection and appointment of two senior government positions.

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Recently installed automatic weather stations in northern group aim for more accurate forecasts

Recently installed automatic weather stations in several northern group islands will allow Cook Islands Meteorological Service staff to make better forecasts.

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Drive for better tourism stats begins

The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) is leading an effort to improve the gathering of data that can properly evaluate the impact tourism has on the environment and people’s lives.

Economy

‘Failing and outdated’ public health laws need a makeover, health secretary says.

Public health laws are critical to the physical, mental, social and economic wellbeing of individuals and the community and the Public Health Act 2004 just doesn’t cut it, says Health Secretary Dr Josephine Aumea Herman.

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PM Brown says travel bubble talks "moving positively", as NZ officials plan to inspect Cooks

Quarantine free travel between Cook Islands and New Zealand likely to start “a couple of weeks” after both sides have reached an agreement.

Economy


Prime Minister and Opposition leader congratulate Biden and Harris on election victory

PM Mark Brown and other Pacific leaders have offered words of congratulations to the newly elected President and Vice President.

National


Dengue fever defeated

With no confirmed cases since early September, Te Marae Ora health ministry has officially declared that the dengue outbreak in the Cook Islands is over.

Health


Local storyteller puts energy into new book to overcome isolation during pandemic

Being away from his grandchildren when the borders closed earlier this year, Tuhe Piho decided to redirect his energy and put his stories to print. His first book, ‘Magical Cook Islands Sunrise’, written in both Cook Islands Maori and English is the result.

Culture


‘Equal human rights for all Cook Islanders’

Elected officials and members of the public will take part in a global digital event promoting equal rights for LGBT+ community

Local


Low tides possible cause of coral bleaching, says ministry

Government scientists believe stormy weather and extreme low tides may be causing corals in Rarotonga’s lagoon to bleach.

Environment


Lawyer to file ‘sine die’ application

Defense lawyer asks court to put assault and driving case to rest due to accused's battle with leukemia.

Crime

Taking art to a whole new level

Local school Apii Te Uki Ou collected $35,000 from the ‘Iconic Kia Orana’ art auction.

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