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Parliament’s 12 sitting days sufficient for business: Clerk
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National
Ribbons of Hope Ball Moves to Tamarind House
Cook Islands Breast Cancer Foundation is delighted to announce that the Ribbons of Hope: Early Detection Ball will now be held at the picturesque Tamarind House on Saturday, November 30.
Nukutere College celebrates achievements
Nukutere College held its highly anticipated annual prizegiving ceremony yesterday celebrating the academic, cultural, and sporting achievements of its students.
Ra’ui placed in lagoon for Tongareva’s ‘homecoming’
A ra’ui has been placed in the southern part of the lagoon for Tongareva’s homecoming event to be held in December 2025.
Court briefs
Justice of the Peace Tangi Taoro presided over various court matters, including custody matters and cases involving driving offences, assault, and wilful damage, at the Criminal Court on Thursday.
Transaction delays leave customers frustrated
Delayed settlement of card transactions by the Bank of the Cook Islands (BCI) has left some of its customers broke heading into the weekend.
Cook Islands reiterates commitment to ocean conservation
Cook Islands’ efforts and ongoing commitment to ocean conservation and sustainable ocean management was highlighted by Prime Minister Mark Brown at a global conference.
Apii Avarua kids get hands-on with fun coding robot
Apii Avarua Primary students were delighted to participate in the KaiBot in Kainundrum demonstration, a simple yet versatile robot that serves as an ideal introduction to the coding universe, at their school yesterday.
Police blame string of stolen motorbikes on 14yo juvenile
A 14-year-old juvenile suspected of committing multiple crimes, such as theft, burglary, and unlawful taking of motorcycles, appeared in a closed court session yesterday.
Tupapa Health Care services to ‘temporarily’ relocate due to asbestos removal
Te Marae Ora (TMO) Ministry of Health says there will be a temporary relocation of Tupapa Health Care services from Monday, May 13, due to a project with Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC).
Govt agencies deny involvement in CISNOC secretary general selection
Two government agencies have denied involvement in Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee’s (CISNOC) selection process for its new secretary general.
Organic farmers fear water tariffs could threaten food security
The proposed water tariffs could cripple the Cook Islands’ agricultural supply, warns Natura Kuki Airani (NKA), the Cook Islands organic movement.
Cook Islands makes historic submission to International Court on climate change
Cook Islands submitted its first ever statement to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on climate change, joining international efforts to shape the legal landscape on the issue.
Community support key to fulfilling Red Cross mandate
Upholding humanity in the face of adversity is one of the key messages of World Red Cross Red Crescent Day which was observed yesterday, as they confront a world inundated by conflict, disasters, and unprecedented challenges.
Tobacco Bill requires permits, new age limit and bans promotion
The proposed Tobacco Products Control Amendment Bill 2024 would require businesses currently importing and selling tobacco to reapply for a permit.
Cook Islands and Vietnam discuss future co-operation
The visiting Vietnam’s Ambassador to the Cook Islands, Van Trung Nguyen, presented his letters of credence to the King’s Representative Sir Tom Marsters yesterday morning.
Sew good! Vaimaanga women keep tradition alive while making a living
Selling tie-dye bed sheets or pareu is not only a source of income, but also a way of keeping the art of hand printing or tie-dye alive for young mothers and older women.
Exciting times ahead as market makeover begins
The Punanga Nui Market is undergoing a major reorganisation to improve the market’s capacity and create a more vibrant place for both vendors and visitors.
Shoppers delight in CITC Supermarket’s new ‘Igloo’
CITC Supermarket proudly opened its new, spacious chilled and frozen department, aptly named “Igloo” or “Pia Anuanu”, delighting shoppers who streamed through yesterday morning.
Young man gets probation for assaulting international league player, another man
A young man has been sentenced to 12 months’ probation supervision for two separate assault charges where one of the victims was an international league player.
Stuck in the doldrums? Vaka Marumaru Atua crew waits for fair winds
Eager to set sail for the 13th Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture (Festpac 2024) in Hawai’i from June 6–16, the Vaka Marumaru Atua crew awaits favourable northwesterly winds for their departure from Rarotonga.
MFAI head role advertised
The role of the head of Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) is being advertised as the ministry plans ‘festivities’ to mark its 40 years of service in the Cook Islands.
Motorist ordered to pay $9k for crashing into Tupapa store
A motorist who crashed into the TEM Store in Tupapa in January this year has been ordered to pay around $9,000 in reparations for damages to the store and its goods.
