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$541.7m tourism earnings
25 January 2025
‘Paedophile’ gets 13 years in prison
22 January 2025
Thomas Wynne: Where were our leaders while children suffered?
25 January 2025
Cook Islands passport proposal
6 January 2025
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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PM: Hit-and-run investigation being conducted ‘thoroughly’
The investigation into the tragic hit-and-run that claimed the life of an elderly woman is being conducted “professionally and thoroughly”, Prime Minister Mark Brown told Cook Islands News last night.
Dream come true: Aspiring teachers join new training programme
A 15-member cohort of aspiring teachers was welcomed yesterday by the Ministry of Education officials, coinciding with the official opening of the Cook Islands Teacher Development Training Centre.
Cook Islands organics group challenges incoming water tariffs, calls for meeting
Natura Kuki Airani, the Cook Islands organics movement, is holding a meeting with the Ministry of Agriculture this Friday to raise their concerns about the incoming water tariffs.
Dinner marks 20 years of Foundation’s fight against breast cancer
It was all pink dazzling everywhere at the Tamarind House on Sunday as the Cook Islands Breast Cancer Foundation (CIBCF) gathered with its supporters to commence the long celebration of the foundation’s 20 years of existence in the country.
Agriculture receives equipment to bolster biosecurity and address wild pig concerns
Ministry of Agriculture received equipment from the UN’s Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) to improve biosecurity and address concerns over wild pigs and transboundary diseases.
Tourist stranded during ‘low-key’ weekend for Police
Cook Islands Police say the long weekend was low-key with few reported incidents.
Te Marae Ora secures $24 million grant for improved health facilities
Te Marae Ora/Ministry of Health will receive a funding of $24 million from the Green Climate Fund that will go towards improving health facilities in Rarotonga and the Pa Enua.
Insurance provider celebrates nine years in Cooks, pledges continued commitment
A regional insurance company celebrated its ninth anniversary in the Cook Islands, highlighting its commitment to the local community and its achievements in providing insurance services.
Govt seeks Australian help to cover Te Kukupa II fuel costs
Cook Islands is working with Australia to see if they can help cover the fuel cost for the police patrol vessel Te Kukupa II due to budget constraints.
23rd Health Conference focuses on oral health
About 100 people are expected to attend the 23rd Cook Islands Annual Health Conference in Rarotonga this week. The conference to be held from July 10-12 will focus on oral health with the theme “My Health My Life- Connecting mouth to body”.
Warm welcome for Vaka Marumaru Atua crew back in Rarotonga
On Saturday, hundreds welcomed the voyaging crew at Avarua Harbour, led by a pe’e from Tuaine Unuia - Anautoa Rangatira and spokesperson for Makea Karika George Ariki, followed by speeches from Kaumaiti Nui – Travel Tou Ariki and Deputy Prime Minister Albert Nicholas.
Challenging ‘rape culture’
The deep-rooted attitudes and cultural norms in the Cook Islands society lead some men to believe they have the right to control women and girls, demanding obedience even in marriage, says a local non-government organisation counselling service.
Giving ‘help and hope’ to build healthy relationships without violence
They say it takes a community to raise a child, and for new Te Punanga Ora’anga Matutu’s (TePOM) coordinator Rick Currie, it is quite simple; it will take a community to help reduce domestic violence and the issues surrounding it, especially for men.
Tapaitau challenges prison term for misuse of public funds
The Court of Appeal has reserved its decision on the appeal challenging the sentence of the former deputy prime minister Robert Tapaitau.
Motor vehicle crashes hit record high, traffic safety major concern for Police
Motor vehicle crashes continue to be a concern for police as last month’s figure of 34 crashes marked a record high since September 2018 when the same number was reported.
St Joseph’s Gala Raises $30,000
Around $30,000 was raised at the St Joseph’s Primary School gala day on Thursday.
Te Ra O Te Ui Ariki focuses on keeping traditional titles out of court
Te Ra O Te Ui Ariki, a public holiday celebrated on the first Friday of July every year, pays tribute to the Ui Ariki, and Aronga Mana (traditional leaders) of the Cook Islands.
Te Ipukarea Society: Muri shoreline saviours scoop up 52 bags of rubbish
The 6th annual Muri Lagoon Beach Cleanup took place last Saturday, marking another successful year for this fantastic community event.
Rarotonga prepares official ceremony for Vaka Marumaru Atua's arrival
Rejoicing at the arrival of Vaka Marumaru Atua and their celebrated and prominent son, master navigator Captain Peia Patai, and crew, the community of Akatokamanava Mauke turned out in force to welcome the team ashore.
Vigilance at Ports key to preventing illegal drug importation: Moananu
Despite Cook Islands having a relatively low number of drug importation cases compared to other countries in the Pacific, there is no guarantee that it is not coming through, says the country’s ports authority.
17 burglaries recorded in June, residents told to be watchful
Last month, 17 burglaries were reported to Police and just a few days into the month of July, a 15 year-old boy was arrested after he was found unlawfully on a Titikaveka property.
NES seeks expert to bolster coastal protections for Rarotonga, Aitutaki
The National Environment Service (NES) is looking at boosting the protection for the coastal areas of Rarotonga and Autitaki in a bid to address current and future risks and concerns.
