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Airport marks 51 years, Cook Islands’ 60 years of self-governance
Airport Authority Cook Islands (AACI), the nation’s gateway to the world, celebrated its 51st anniversary yesterday, marking 51 years since its opening by the late Queen Elizabeth II on January 29, 1974.
Hit and run in Arorangi claims life
An elderly woman died in a hit and run incident in Arorangi, on Tuesday night, marking the second road fatality in the country this year.
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.
Couple turns Covid crisis into organic bounty
The hardships and challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020, particularly with the importation of food, underscored the importance of local food production, especially for a Rarotonga couple who are now thriving with their home organic garden.
Govt urged to take active role in health policy reform
The president of the Pacific Medical Association, Dr Kiki Maoate emphasised the critical need for government intervention in health policy making.
Cook Islands to host Oceania Customs meeting
The 26th Oceania Customs Organisation (OCO) Annual Conference is set to take place in Rarotonga next week, attracting leaders and stakeholders from across the blue Pacific region.
PM Brown: Japan’s nuclear wastewater discharge not a breach of Rarotonga Treaty
Cook Islands Prime Minister and Pacific Islands Forum chairman Mark Brown says Japan’s discharge of treated nuclear wastewater into the Pacific Ocean does not violate the Rarotonga Treaty.
Search continues for crew member who fell overboard Lady Moana
A Search and Rescue (SAR) mission continues this morning for a 22-year-old Fijian crew member who fell overboard from the inter-island ferry Lady Moana early Sunday during its voyage from Mangaia to Rarotonga.
Construction company faces fines after cutting trees without consent
A recent cutting down of several ironwood (toa) trees at the Fruits of Rarotonga waterfront is in breach of the Environment Act 2003, says the Cook Islands environment agency.
Police urge drivers to abstain from drinking and driving
Cook Islands Police hope to see another quiet weekend in terms of road accidents especially alcohol related crashes.
Jetstar scrambles to rebook passengers after tech outage cancels flights
Air New Zealand flights to Rarotonga were unaffected by a global tech outage that disrupted flights and other services worldwide, while Jetstar cancelled some flights but was working to rebook passengers.
TMO approves nearly 90% of tobacco vendor applications
Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health has approved 37 out of the 43 applications received for selling tobacco in the Cook Islands.
Te Ipukarea Society: Protecting the Ī’oi: Conservation research and volunteer opportunities
The Ī’oi, or Rarotonga starling, has been getting some much-needed attention. Only found in the forests of Rarotonga, the Ī’oi is often hidden out of sight and doesn’t draw much attention with its smokey dark plumage blending into the dark tree canopy.
Public backs proposed Sovereign Wealth Fund
Cook Islands is establishing a Sovereign Wealth Fund (SWF) to secure the nation’s financial future potentially funded by revenue from future seabed mining.
Penrhyn schools celebrate culture in historic festival
While schools in Rarotonga showcase their cultural heritage, the small but mighty schools of Omoka and Tetautua in Penrhyn/Tongareva, 1400 kilometres away, are making history.
