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National
Social Impact Fund awards $199,825 to 14 community projects
The Cook Islands Social Impact Fund approved 14 proposals totalling $199,825.20 from 21 applications, supporting community initiatives across Rarotonga and the Pa Enua, with a focus on sports, wellness and youth development.
Christmas in the Park brings festive cheer to Rarotonga
Hundreds of locals, visiting families, and tourists gathered at the National Auditorium and Domes on Thursday evening for the annual Christmas in the Park event, hosted by Rotaract Rarotonga.
Power cuts loom for a quarter of TAU customers with overdue bill
A quarter of Rarotonga’s electricity customers face disconnection for overdue bills over 90 days.
17-year-old artist supports family with stunning pareu paintings
At 17, Jeremiah Tangianau from Rutaki is making life easier for his family, not just with his paintbrush but with his commitment to his parents.
Cook Islands shares progress on gender equality at regional meetings
A Cook Islands delegation led by the Minister for Internal Affairs attended the Women’s Triennial Conference and Women Ministers Meetings in Marshall Islands this week.
Missing teen: Police exhausted efforts to locate him, says Pitt
Cook Islands Police say they have exhausted all efforts to locate a Kiribati national who has been missing since 2022.
Budget woes stall road markings
Infrastructure Cook Islands (ICI) will use the newly approved budget to complete painting road shoulders from Maii to Avana and around Tupapa Health Clinic.
Private health clinic expands services to include dentistry
The Rarotonga Health Clinic’s long-time plan to extend its services to dental care is about to become a reality, offering the community more healthcare options.
Former Tereora College students encouraged to attend buffet dinner fundraiser
More than 120 former students of Tereora College will be attending the College Projects Fundraiser Dinner at The Islander Hotel tomorrow night (Friday).
KR attended taxpayer funded Samoa school reunion in ‘official capacity’
The King Representative’s attendance at a Samoa agricultural college anniversary was an official trip funded with public money, despite initial claims it was a personal reunion.
Search called off for missing crew member of Lady Moana
Cook Islands Police are expected to finalise their investigations into the missing crew member of the inter-island vessel Lady Moana and submit their report to the coroner.
Cook Islands Police mourn Samoan detective killed in line of duty
The Cook Islands Police Service has paid tribute to one of Samoa’s long-serving police officers, Detective Sergeant Peniamina Perite who died in the line of duty earlier this week.
No footpaths or parking planned for ‘congested’ Muri 30km/hour zone
Infrastructure Cook Islands (ICI) has no plans to construct footpaths or additional car parks in the Muri 30 kilometre/hour zone.
Inaugural Taki Tahi Summit tackles challenges faced by women in business
The inaugural Taki Tahi Women in Business Summit has been successful in reaching its goal of encouraging and inspiring women in business and entrepreneurs while also helping them overcome the challenges they face daily.
PM Brown to lead Pacific effort to find peace in New Caledonia
Prime Minister Mark Brown will be part of a high-level delegation to New Caledonia to help resolve the political crisis facing the French territory since May this year.
‘Can’t help falling in love’ with this cause: Elvis tribute to raise funds
Two Elvis impersonators from New Zealand will perform in the Cook Islands to celebrate a local Elvis artist’s 60th birthday and raise money for charity.
Expatriate workers urged to review contracts for repatriation coverage
The recent death of an expatriate worker has highlighted the importance of having clear provisions in employment contracts and insurance plans to cover repatriation of human remains in case of unforeseen circumstances.
Growers receive training in plant health
Local growers gathered at a Plant Health Clinic on Friday last week, designed to offer expert diagnosis and management of weeds, insects and diseases.
Drivers back to bad habits, man arrested with 71 cannabis plants
After a crash free weekend over a week ago, some drivers were back to bad habits on Rarotonga roads.
Pa Enua prepares for Island Government Election on August 15
Anyone capable of taking on an outer island leadership role including mayorship is encouraged to enter the upcoming Island Government election.
Public awareness and cleaning efforts lead to successful start of Tutaka campaign
Te Marae Ora (TMO) Ministry of Health officials are out and about doing inspections for the Tutaka campaign and after inspecting 60 homes on Monday morning, they only came across two wreckages which is a big improvement compared to the previous years.
Seafarer dad devastated: This event has changed my relationship with the sea forever
The seafaring father of the 22-year-old crew member who fell overboard during the weekend’s return voyage to Rarotonga of the vessel Lady Moana is devastated as search efforts are ongoing.