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Top cop position advertised
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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
ICI explains road works delay in front of old Sheraton site
10 August 2024
Housing crisis hits tourism industry
27 July 2024
MCI rejects ‘dark fleet’ label
3 August 2024
Challenging ‘rape culture’
8 July 2024
National
Heather opposes Cook Islands passport plan, warns of risks
Cook Islands United Party leader Teariki Heather has opposed the Government’s proposal for a Cook Islands passport, stating that what Prime Minister Mark Brown and his team are pursuing for is not important.
Domestic violence accused convicted for multiple assaults
A man was convicted of a series of domestic violence offences, including urinating on the victim, following a judge-alone trial earlier this month at the Cook Islands High Court in Avarua.
Cook Islands well prepared for measles despite regional outbreak risk
Cook Islands is well protected against measles, says Secretary of Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health.
Cook Islands establishes diplomatic ties with Panama
The Cook Islands and Republic of Panama formalised diplomatic relations last week through an exchange of diplomatic notes between the Cook Islands Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) and the Panamanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MER).
‘Landmark decision’: Cook Islands High Court invalidates preferential residency for Kiwis
The Cook Islands High Court has ruled that a residency regulation giving preferential treatment to New Zealand citizens is ‘invalid’.
Te Ipukarea Society: Corporate members recognised for eco efforts
It is that time of year again where we acknowledge the support of our 2023 corporate members. Corporate members of Te Ipukarea Society help support the society undertake multiple environmental-based projects that protect the Cook Islands natural capital.
Cook Islander returns home to bridge tech gap and empower youth
Vaipunu Ian Tairea, a software developer on the island of Mauke, is excited with the prospect of computer technology becoming the biggest employment opportunity for the Cook Islands, especially the Pa Enua.
Police see positive start to year with reduced crime
Cook Island Police reported lower burglary and stolen bike rates in early 2024 compared to 2023, but warn of potential increase in traffic accidents due to poor driving habits.
Landowners fight to reclaim gifted land
The landowners of a block of land in Arorangi have revived their longstanding battle with the government regarding the removal of a warrant to reclaim their ancestral land.
Cook Islands celebrates International Women’s Day with ‘Inspire Inclusion’ talks
Today is International Women’s Day and the Cook Islands is celebrating with events featuring prominent women speakers.
$10 million project aims to reduce single-use plastics
A project to reduce the number of plastics entering the country, focused on the food and beverage sector, was discussed during a workshop in Rarotonga this week.
The king of heat: Elvis inspired hot sauce to hit the market
Cook Islands hot sauce businessman and Elvis Presley fan, Paul Lynch, will be launching his latest “hot, hot 10+ Burnin’ Love” sauce this Saturday.
Dangerous driving charge prompts legal advice
A motorist who was charged for dangerous driving and failure to stop has been advised to get a lawyer.
Expats seek minimum wage increase to match rising costs
Foreign workers associations in the Cook Islands are calling for an increase in the minimum wage rate to match the rising cost of living.
Rarotonga teachers explore teaching fractions through art and visualisation
Rarotonga mathematics teachers were introduced to a workshop exploring the teaching of fractions using art and visualisation, instead of formulas, at Apii Nikao yesterday.
Pensioner donates ‘Back to School’ promo winnings to families in need
Recognising the increase in cost of living and the families who are struggling to make ends meet, a kind-hearted pensioner has returned his CITC Back to School Anchor competition $500 cash winnings.
Cook Islands secures $20m grant to build climate-resilient nation
A project aiming to build a healthy and resilient nation in the context of climate change and set to benefit more than 15,000 Cook Islanders, will start to be implemented in the coming months, thanks to an estimated US 12.5 million (NZ$20.3m) Green Climate Fund (GCF) grant.
National Geographic Orion brings tourists to Rarotonga for excursions
About 60 passengers disembarked from the visiting cruise vessel in Rarotonga on Tuesday.
Avaroa Cable remains preferred internet choice due to speed and quality: PM
Avaroa Cable is still the preferred means of internet connection in the Cook Islands “because of its speed and quality of connection”, says Prime Minister Mark Brown.
‘Vegetable Planting Evenings’ programme empowers families to grow their own food
The Cook Islands Child Welfare Association (CICWA) has launched a new programme to promote healthy living and self-sufficiency among young families.
Public submissions open for national minimum wage review
A panel has been established to determine the Cook Islands’ new minimum wage, which was proposed to increase by $0.30 to $9.30 per hour this year.
Government, private sector team up for successful business training in Mangaia
A team of six individuals from different government agencies and the private sector in Rarotonga visited Mangaia last week to conduct a comprehensive three-day business training session.
