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Cook Islands passport proposal
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Top cop position advertised
7 December 2024
Police need numbers and bigger budget
9 December 2024
Niki Rattle: A call for stronger human rights protections
10 December 2024
Solid and Hazardous Waste Bill referred to Parliament committee
10 December 2024
DPM defends CIIC finance and travel policies
6 December 2024
Cook Islands has its first mosque
14 November 2024
CI Muslim opens up about her faith and journey
16 November 2024
RAC to address mosque legality
19 November 2024
I don’t expect much change: PM Brown on US Elections
6 November 2024
Fifth weekly Sydney flight to Rarotonga announced
23 October 2024
CIIC directors seek $350,000 in damages over defamatory claims
21 October 2024
Man found guilty of rape, burglary
24 September 2024
Tenants face water bill burden
8 October 2024
Concerns over Minister’s role in inmate work releases: PAC
5 October 2024
Tourism contribution set to surpass half-billion dollar mark
25 September 2024
Parliament Clerk sparks outrage over deep sea mining statement
23 September 2024
Deep sea dilemma: Cook Islanders weigh the cost of mineral riches
21 September 2024
Anxiety on the rise: Cook Islands faces mental health challenge
7 September 2024
Cook Islands deep sea mining poll sparks controversy
7 September 2024
MCI rejects ‘dark fleet’ label
3 August 2024
Rising seas, rising costs: Climate impacts on Cook Islands economy
2 September 2024
Inflation eases but concerns remain
31 August 2024
Prime Minister defends $659,000 MPs travel bill
23 August 2024
Taxpayers foot $659,000 bill for MPs travel and allowance
22 August 2024
Corruption report exposes ‘bribe and sexual favours’
17 January 2023
PM Brown eager to hand over Forum chair role to Tonga
13 August 2024
Challenging ‘rape culture’
8 July 2024
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Cook Islands grapples with ‘declining education value’
Cook Islands grapples with declining public value for education as students are increasingly drawn to lucrative but less academically demanding sectors, posing a significant challenge for the Ministry of Education.
Education ministry welcomes new teachers for 2025 school year
The Ministry of Education has welcomed a group of new teachers to the Cook Islands ahead of the start of the 2025 school year.
Public feedback encouraged for Pacific Plan Review
Pacific Leaders are expected to discuss the Pacific Plan Review report at a special retreat in the Cook Islands in May.
S&P 'stable' outlook for weak national economy
Despite a “stable” economic outlook for the Cook Islands, the nation’s economic and political profile remains weak, according to a report by a global financial services company.
Environmental group calls for volunteers
A Cook Islands-based environmental group is opening its doors to local residents and calling for new volunteers.
Toothbrushes for Tongareva tamariki
Tongareva kids are grinning brighter smiles thanks to donations of toothbrushes and toothpaste sponsored by CITC.
Cook Islands tamariki stars of the Big Bang
Rarotonga tamariki drummers have had the time of their life as the highlight of the Big Bang event at the New Zealand Festival of Arts.
Fitness instructors give gifts to Esther Honey
Animal-loving instructors from the Hulanesian Fitness group generously donated toys, medical supplies and pet food to the Esther Honey Foundation on Monday.
Consultation will focus on EU aid for development
Officials from the European Union will be drawing upon their experience from a recent visit to the Cook Islands at a regional development meeting in Fiji.
Cricket D-league is back and better
Cook Islands crickets’ flagship ‘Domestic League’ competition is back for 2014.
CIP postpones meeting
A meeting originally scheduled for Monday evening by the Cook Islands Party’s Murienua executive committee to discuss last week’s by-election result was rescheduled for last night.
Big turnout by Guides
Guides, Brownies, Rangers and Brigaders turned out in force for the annual World Thinking Day celebrations at the Titikaveka Sunday School Hall on Saturday.
Development partners praise 'local' approach
The Cook Islands “local” approach gained praise from overseas development partners who attended the Development Partners Meeting (DPM) in Rarotonga and Atiu recently.
Pia-making a fundraiser for Manea Games work
Mauke’s Ngatiarua community are making pia (arrowroot starch) to fundraise for Sunrise Hall renovations in order to be ready for the Manea Games in October this year.
Rough seas hamper barge unloading
Bad weather in Pukapuka has prevented workers from unloading heavy machinery from a barge on to land, meaning repairs to the island’s runway have once again been delayed.
Henry adds updated title to his collection
Prolific local publisher Howard Henry has just published another collection of historical Cook Island stories.
Cops crack down on driving offences
Police have identified driving-related crime as a top priority after a number of incidents on the road over the weekend.
New simulator to keep ATC skills well honed
Air traffic controllers at Rarotonga Airport will soon start using a cutting-edge simulator training tool designed to keep their skills at the highest level.
By-election win was 'sweet' for Demos
Democratic Party leader Wilkie Rasmussen is describing last week’s Murienua by-election win by James Beer as a testament to the party’s rising popularity.
Huge grin from Victor after team restores his walker
Seeing his newly pimped up walking frame brought a huge grin to five-year old Takitumu School student Victor Samuel’s face as he surged out of the helping hands of his teacher to take hold of his walking aid.
Global aim by Girl Guides
The local chapter of Girl Guides is currently in the process of becoming a full member of the global Girl Guides association.
Fisheries grants widely spread over 10 islands
Thirty-seven fishers from 10 islands have been selected as recipients for $47,000 in small fisheries grants provided by the Ministry of Marine Resources (MMR).
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