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No debt in China deal
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Thomas Wynne: Haka with the taniwha or dance with the dragon?
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‘Paedophile’ gets 13 years in prison
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Thomas Wynne: Where were our leaders while children suffered?
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$541.7m tourism earnings
25 January 2025
Cook Islands passport proposal
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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
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Tourism contribution set to surpass half-billion dollar mark
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MCI rejects ‘dark fleet’ label
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Power of words can stop family violence, says male advocate
Cook Islands experts and activists travelling the globe in search of solutions for the nation’s domestic violence crisis should look closer to home for the answers, says village council leader Gero Toki.
Cook Islands-flagged ships- there are no illegal operators, says DPM Nicholas
Deputy Prime Minister Albert Nicholas confirmed that more than 700 shipping vessels are registered under Maritime Cook Islands and from these Cook Islands-flagged ships, he claims there are no illegal operators.
Cook Islands women attend disaster risk reduction training in Tonga
Cook Islanders Eileen Macquarie and Ella Napara participated in the weeklong second phase of the disaster risk reduction training in Nuku’alofa, Tonga last week.
Penrhyn ‘ready to vote’
Voters in the Cook Islands’ northern group island of Penrhyn head to the polls today for a by-election.
More rain expected for Rarotonga
Rarotonga is expected to experience more rain today, says the Cook Islands Meteorological Service.
Crashes, noise complaints, and arrests …
Cook Islands Police responded to a few reports over the weekend, including two suspected alcohol-related road crashes.
Man on trial for crash, refusal of breathalyser
A Rarotonga man is on trial for careless driving causing injury and refusing a breathalyser test after allegedly causing a motorcycle accident.
Opposition leader calls for review of treaty obligations after immigration ruling
The Leader of the Opposition is calling on Government to review and reconsider its approach to treaty obligations and the legislative process, to ensure that future legislation fully complies with the constitutional requirements and principles of separation of powers.
Survey shows ‘larger employers’ pay above minimum wage, says Chamber
A Cook Islands Chamber of Commerce survey has shown that the majority of employers, particularly larger employers, pay their employees more than the national minimum wage.
Seizing opportunities and daring to dream big
A young Cook Islands entrepreneur, overcame challenges to build a successful fitness business that empowers women and celebrates Cook Islands culture.
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.
