Mitiaro is facing a growing challenge with its current waste management system. Despite the island’s pristine beauty and small community, the island’s lack of a proper waste disposal infrastructure is becoming a pressing concern.
Former students of Tereora College have entrusted its former school to hold an art competition for students who are interested in creating a design marking the college's 130 years of providing education.
Local non-governmental organisations yesterday conducted a presentation on the potential environmental and socio-cultural impacts of the impending exploitation of the seabed, focusing on human interaction with the environment.
Highlighting their dedication to the promotion of traditional sports, the Emo Aito Māori Federation of the Cook Islands has successfully requested the inclusion of Traditional Sports in the upcoming Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture (FestPAC).
Concern is growing in Aitutaki over the increasing spread of taramea (crown-of-thorns starfish) in the island’s lagoon, with community leaders calling for an urgent, coordinated response.
A recent incident in Avaavaroa Passage has once again highlighted the urgent need for stronger safety measures in this high-risk marine environment.
The Ministry of Finance and Economic Management (MFEM) has defended the government's plan to take over domestic shipping, citing years of policy development and expertise within the ministry.
There are no other cheaper travel options to the Pa Enua for Members of Parliament that can be explored, due to a lack of scheduled flights.
Close to 40 Apii Avarua Year 8 students went on an enlightening science field trip to the CIC Ocean Science Centre.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration’s (MFAI) participated in the Regional Workshop on the Biological Weapons Convention (BWC), hosted by the United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs (UNODA) in Sydney, Australia.
Cook Islands Tourism strengthened its European partnerships and promoted its destination through strategic business-to-business meetings and incentive programmes, aiming to increase visitor numbers and expenditure.
The Cook Islands Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) hosted visiting Government of Niue senior immigration officer Olive Kapaga recently for a comprehensive study tour.
Cook Islands Tourism’s Kia Orana Ambassador Programme promotes responsible tourism by educating and engaging various community sectors, including tourism workers, schools and church groups, to uphold cultural and environmental values.
Concerns over China’s growing influence in the Pacific, including in the Cook Islands following recent agreements between the two countries, have prompted calls from the Opposition for greater transparency and assurances regarding national security.
Rarotonga residents are being urged to prepare for the upcoming Tutaka, a biannual public health inspection initiative, aimed at ensuring clean and safe living environments.
A Rarotonga man guilty of assaulting a female has been sentenced to 10 months imprisonment for two assault charges, to be served consecutively with his current sentence.
A new solar power system is set to be installed at Rarotonga Hospital, marking a significant step toward renewable energy use in the Cook Islands’ healthcare sector.
In the early hours of what seemed to be an ordinary night, a father faced his worst nightmare when a fire broke out in his house in Takuvaine Valley early Sunday morning.
Over 200 residents of Manihiki continue to demonstrate resilience as they adapt to a lifestyle shaped by isolation, shipping delays and resource constraints.
The Ministry of Transport is participating in a Regional Foundation Course on Marine Casualty Investigation to ensure accurate and accountable marine safety investigation reports.
Government has clarified that while donor funds cannot be used for entirely new projects, adjustments within existing projects are possible with donor approval.
Vulnerable Cook Islanders are being targeted by online scams involving fake prizes and fraudulent financial documents, leading to financial losses and potential security risks.