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National
Youngsters learn from the best at Junior Rugby League Clinic
More than 100 children gathered at the National Stadium in Nikao yesterday to learn from the best of Cook Islands Rugby League international stars as part of the Cook Islands Athletic Development Junior Rugby League Clinic.
Tropical Cyclone Pita downgraded to a low pressure, strong winds and heavy rain continue
Cook Islands Meteorological Service has confirmed this morning that Tropical Cyclone Pita has now been downgraded to a low pressure.
Mauke residents urged to use less water
Residents on Mauke in the Cook Islands have been urged to stop using so much water. The island’s water system was upgraded just over two years ago with funding from New Zealand, to ensure a regular supply of clean water to residents on the island. More recently, the island council has been looking at ways […]
Tinomana Ariki title under dispute
As well as celebrations at the investiture of Munro Tokerau with the Tinomana Ariki title, there will also be protest against the investiture by Ngati Isaia (Matoi Rangatira). They claim that the Kopu Ariki of Ngati Tinomana have been denied the right to exercise their powers in selecting the next successor to the Tinomana title. […]
Mangaian leaders 'frustrated' with govt inaction
Frustrated leaders of Mangaia say they are sick of waiting on support from central government and have decided to tackle their infrastructural challenges alone. Beset by water problems, a lack of health resources, poor roads and a shrinking workforce, the Mangaian people are developing long-terms plans to become self-reliant. Tangi Matapo, one of three MPs […]
Just Play reaches Lucky School on Palmerston Island
An atoll in the northern group of the Cook Islands, Palmerston Island has become the latest to join the Just Play family. The Just Play programme was launched at the school in September during the third term by school teacher Rose Clark. The launch took place at the only school on the island, Palmerston Lucky […]
Work together for a safer community urges police
Cook Islands Police are calling on the community to do their part in ensuring all visitors to the island be vigilant in safeguarding their belongings. Three separate incidents of theft by visitors to the island were reported to police over the weekend. All three complaints were theft of property from under the seat compartments of […]
Depopulation and debt discussed with peer review team
The Cook Islands recently underwent a two-week peer review – organised by the Pacific Island Forum Secretariat – focusing on monitoring and evaluation of national development. At the invitation of the Cook Islands government, the peer review team held consultations and discussions with health, education, private sector, employment, climate change, culture, and environment officials. The […]
Filipino community appeals to Cook Islands generosity
In the Cook Islands there are about 200 Filipino workers and out of those at least 10 people have families in the region affected by the super typhoon Yolanda. Yolanda, a super typhoon that left over 4000 people – and counting – dead in the central Philippine region of Visayan on November 8, has sprung […]
Prison escapee released on bail
It has been decided that prison escapee and repeat offender Wilfred Dauvois will be released from prison and is no longer regarded as a danger to the community. Tahitian man Dauvois, 34, appeared in court on Thursday for a call-over where his lawyer, Norman George, maintained that his client had a medical condition possibly brought […]
Industry honours excellence
Members of the Cook Islands travel industry were present Friday evening at an exclusive gala event to honour excellence in the sector. The theme of “Then and Now” was evident at the 2013 Air New Zealand Cook Islands Tourism Award, with sounds from the Tukurima string band who described themselves as “just a bunch of […]
Pacific Resort big winner at awards gala
The 2013 Air New Zealand Cook Islands Tourism Awards gala on Friday was an evening designed to honour what’s most important in the industry – hospitality and “our manuiri”. Last Friday, the sector saluted the Pacific Resort Group with the night’s Supreme Award – recognition to that importance. The company, which operates a number of […]
Ministers attend traditional Tinomana Ariki investiture
The premier event of the week that will see most cabinet members in attendance will be the investiture of Tokerau Munro with the Puaikura Paramount Chief title, Tinomana Ariki. The event takes place on Thursday, and is expected to draw huge crowds from across the island. Prime Minister Henry Puna will be in the country […]
Youth taught 'discipline' in military course
Discipline, leadership and organisational skills are the main focus of a three-week military-style youth leadership programme being conducted at the Mitiaro Hostel. Thirty-two young men aged 13-20 are taking part in the programme that started on November 11. The men will be put through their paces in leadership exercises, physical training and fitness tests. The […]
Cheaper fees for USP students
Cash-strapped students at the University of the South Pacific will be pleased to hear that course fees are being slashed by 10 per cent next year. The USP council gave the green light for a fee reduction and other new initiatives while meeting in Suva last weekend. Education secretary Sharon Paio, who represented the Cook […]
Cooks culture is not dying: government
The Cook Islands government says that its culture and values are not dying and its people maintain an interest in the country’s heritage. This follows international media reports suggesting leaders in Rarotonga had expressed concerns about their culture and heritage dying. Secretary for the ministry of culture Sonny Williams has told Pacific Beat that such […]
Kiwi youth workers hit by robbery
Five Kiwi presenters who came to Rarotonga with a positive message for young people had their house broken into and valuable belongings stolen last night. They have been left saddened by the incident but say it won’t change their high opinion of the Cook Islands and its people. The presenters are from youth education programme […]
High praise for Attitude team
School principals in Rarotonga have given the unanimous thumbs up to a team of young New Zealanders who were on the island all week speaking to students. Presenters from the Attitude programme visited all but three schools during their stay in Rarotonga, delivering punchy presentations to intermediate and senior students. Tackling everything from sex to […]
Local training on customs and border control
Local customs and border officials were the recipients of recent training that aims to improve services in the Cook Islands. Consultant Watisoni Rauicava from the Oceania Customs Organisation facilitated a workshop, held at Sinai Hall on November 8, geared towards promoting inter-agency co-operation, intelligence-based compliance, avoidance of work duplication, and facilitating legitimate trade. “The programme […]
Position homes for crop growth, says minister
People acquiring land in Rarotonga need to be smarter about where they build a house on their property to allow for crop growth, says the Minister of Agriculture. Kiriau Turepu said too many people are wasting the chance to grow various crops by positioning their home right in the middle of a property. “There are […]
Vision for Cook Islands vanilla brand
Cook Islands vanilla growers should be looking at how to develop a single, strong brand which stands out in the global market, says the Minister of Agriculture. Kiriau Turepu, who is a grower himself, said the local vanilla industry is still very young but has the potential to become a solid earner for the economy. […]
Cook Islands women should stand up and be counted
Cook Islands women need to continue to put their hands up for leadership positions to challenge the male-dominated world of politics, says president of the Cook Islands National Council of Women (CINCW). Women represent 49 per cent of the total population in the Cooks, and yet currently there are only three women members of parliament. […]
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