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National
Read, read, read
To be a writer, you need to read, read, read, says children’s book author Karen McMillan, who recently wrote Elastic Island Adventures: Rarotonga.
RMD ‘system error’ annoys taxpayer
A businessman in Rarotonga is annoyed with the Cook Islands tax department for a taxation blunder they’re calling a ‘system error’.
Aitutaki’s Koni Raoni: Singing, dancing and over $100,000 for village dreams
Exclusive to the island of Aitutaki, Koni Raoni translates to ‘dance around’ and involves the host village travelling through the villages on the island, dancing, singing and receiving donations during the Christmas period on Boxing Day and New Year’s Day to raise funds for their respective communities. Melina Etches reports.
Te Ipukarea Society: Turtle watch party - Community photos reveal surprising local movements
Sea turtles are migratory species commonly seen across the Pacific and within the Cook Islands.
‘Time to man up’: George George urges men to prioritise wellbeing
As the new year beckons, amidst resolutions and aspirations, one of the country’s well known former rugby stars is determined to inspire men to lead healthier and fitter lifestyles. Melina Etches reports.
Supplementary budget targets infrastructure
Rarotonga’s long-awaited road improvement projects are set to receive a financial injection with the upcoming supplementary budget to be tabled in Parliament next month. Losirene Lacanivalu reports.
Passion drives Ma’uke ‘ginger king’
On the island of Ma’uke, a local farmer is cultivating ginger with unwavering dedication and seeing the sweet reward of his labour.
Tourist fined $220 for boozy resort rampage
A 41-year-old visitor from New Zealand was ordered to pay a fine of $220 for his drunk and disorderly behaviour on a resort premises.
Constitution overhaul aims for smoother government operation
Cook Islands Prime Minister has defended proposed constitutional amendments to increase ministerial numbers, enable proxy voting, and expedite post-election parliament, emphasising improved government efficiency.
Aitutaki’s heritage preserved in new anthology
An anthology of books on the traditional and ancestry of Aitutaki offering a collection of stories and knowledge about the history and heritage of the island was unveiled last month. Melina Etches reports.
Angler reels in whopper marlin to start the season with a bang!
The 2024 marlin season has launched a splendidly impressive start to the New Year with the landing of an awe-inspiring 215 kilogram (473 pounds) black marlin.
Downpour brings relief to parched Rarotonga
The deluge of rain in the early hours of Wednesday morning brought relief to many households, who were pleased to see their water tanks filled to the brim.
Report missing luggage promptly, says Air NZ
Air New Zealand passengers arriving in Rarotonga with missing checked bags are advised to inform the airline’s team as soon as possible.
Goldmine break-in investigation ongoing
Investigations into the break-in at the Goldmine jewellery shop in Avarua are still ongoing, police confirmed yesterday.
Rarotonga pumps running dry but replenishment on horizon
Despite recent panic and some rationing due to low stocks, Rarotonga petrol stations expect smooth sailing by January 10 when the next fuel shipment arrives. Candice Luke reports.
JP Whitta gives brawl accused stern warning for breaching bail conditions
A man alleged to have been involved in a brawl at the Rehab nightclub in November 2023 has been given a stern warning for breaching bail conditions. Poutapu Maretu appeared before Justice of the Peace John Whitta on Thursday last week for two counts of contempt of court, having allegedly entered a liquor-licensed premises.
‘Together we’re stronger’: Rarotonga businesses reflect on 2023
The sting of the Covid-19 pandemic is still being felt by businesses around Rarotonga, but hopes are high for 2024 as the market surges through the holiday season.
Cook Islands Tourism rakes in 75% of GDP
Tourism’s contribution to the Cook Islands’ gross domestic product (GDP) for the last quarter of 2023 (October-December) was estimated at 75.4 per cent, according to the Ministry of Finance and Economic Management.
Goldmine burgled: ‘Overseas-style’ smash and grab rocks Rarotonga
A break in at a Rarotonga jewellery store, reported to have taken place in the early hours of the New Year, is being investigated by police.
Dreaver’s decades of impact : Pacific journalist honoured in New Year awards
TVNZ’s Pacific correspondent and former Cook Islands News journalist Barbara Dreaver talks to Pacific Media Network’s Khalia Strong on three decades reporting on Pacific issues, and making her parents proud.
Festive spirit fills Ma’uke as families reunite for annual Teretere tradition
The Christmas and New Year’s season is a time when many Cook Islands families residing overseas return to Rarotonga and their home islands in the Pa Enua. They come to reconnect with their families and celebrate the festive season together. Cook Islands News senior journalist Melina Etches experienced this firsthand, travelling to Ma’uke for the Christmas break.
Cook Islands to the world : Nations will ‘disappear’ without action on climate change
Climate change activists from around the world are itching to team up with a Cook Islands film crew to raise awareness about the global crisis after a music video about its impact on the Pacific debuted at a United Nations conference. Joanne Holden reports.
