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MPs’ travel expenses exceed $350,000 in six months
Cook Islands MPs spent over $350,000 on overseas travel in the first half of the 2024/25 financial year, with a significantly increased budget allowing for further expenditures and calls to upgrade MP travel classes.
Court news
Chief Justice Patrick Keane presided over several criminal matters through an audio-visual link at the Cook Islands High Court yesterday.
Sisters graduate together
It was a double celebration for Toru family this Christmas after Rarotonga sisters achieve their university dreams together.
A hub to empower Cook Islands youth
With the purpose to engage, embrace, evolve and empower young people, the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Empower Me Inc. last week launched its official Empower Me Youth Hub.
Ten year economic plan in final stages
With the conclusion of a nationwide public consultation process, government will now be looking to put the final touches on a 10-year economic plan that aims to address a range of social and environmental issues and provide a blueprint for economic growth.
Eight arrested during Xmas weekend
Police arrested eight people for driving-related offences during the Christmas weekend.
Health secretary appointment questioned
Former police officer Bob Williams has been appointed the acting Secretary of Health while the hunt for a permanent head of ministry continues.
Renewed call to curb plastic pollution in oceans
Waterwoman and renowned photographer Charlotte Piho has made renewed calls to end ocean plastic waste after a turtle found to have ingested a plastic bag was found dead on a Rarotonga beach last week.
Local doctors recognised
Four Rarotonga doctors have completed their postgraduate training programme run in partnership with New Zealand.
The joy is in sharing
Rarotongans have found joy in the spirit of giving during the holiday season. Here are three stories of community members going the extra mile to share with those in need.
Save money and lives, don’t drink and drive
“Drive safely and plan your day properly.” That’s the message from Road Safety Council president Danny Mataroa.
Positive Movember campaign for men’s health
After a successful Movember campaign last month, organiser George George thanked those who assisted with the promotion of more awareness about men’s health.
One way Cooks-NZ bubble likely in January, government spokesperson says
The arrangement will allow Cook Islanders travelling from Rarotonga to Auckland to not have to undergo 14-days of mandatory quarantine at a managed isolation facility.
Hope for elderly care centre
Community members have come forward to answer the call to help Are Pa Metua, an elderly care centre in Rarotonga.
Expatriate worker served removal order
The Fijian national was expected to have left the Cook Islands yesterday after a removal order from the Ministry of Immigration was issued against him.
Runway renovations set for 2021
Specialist machinery and equipment to replace cracked slabs on the runway at Rarotonga Airport has arrived with work set to start in January 2021.
Health secretary to vacate position on Christmas Day
Public Service Commissioner Russell Thomas has announced Dr Josephine Aumea Herman will be standing down as Secretary of Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health on Friday.
Christmas church services for Rarotonga
Your guide for Christmas church services in Rarotonga.
Providing access for people with disabilities
The Nikao Tepuka Health Clinic now features a wheelchair access ramp that enables the centre to be easily accessible to the elderly, persons with a disability and children.
Christmas stock arrives in time
Cargo vessel Liloa II arrived in Rarotonga this week, bringing joy to businesses and customers who were worried about meat and other supplies being in short supply for the Christmas weekend.
Cut-throat discounting among tourism operators discouraged
Tourism operators are being advised not to compete against each other if an expected travel bubble with New Zealand comes to fruition in the first quarter of 2021.
Bringing smiles to the less fortunate during the holiday season
Movember Cook Islands used the funds raised through various activities it ran last month to buy some essential equipment for Rarotonga’s Creative Centre.
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