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Survey highlights local women’s contraceptive use and challenges
A recent survey on contraception use and access among women aged 15 to 49 in the Cook Islands has revealed crucial insights into their contraceptive practices and the barriers they encounter in accessing these essential health services.
MFAI launches new online visa and permit application system
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) yesterday announced that the online visa and permit application system is now live and available through MFAI’s website: www.mfai.gov.ck/immigration.
Holidaymakers set sail for Pukapuka
Avatiu Harbour was buzzing with activity yesterday morning as passengers bound for Pukapuka boarded the Lady Samoa IV.
PM suggests flag rethink
Cook Islands Prime Minister has suggested considering a return to the original flag, designed by the nation’s first premier, for stronger reflection of national colours and sovereignty.
Mitchell scoops Dux, Athlete and Reo Māori awards
A pe’e by student Terry Peua led the formalities of Apii Te Uki Ou prize giving day last Friday, followed by the national anthem, the opening hymn ‘Aue Te Okotai’, a prayer by teacher Sareni Poila and the welcome speech by principal Kim Noovao.
Craft to cuisine: Penrhyn schools unite for Enterprise Day
The Penrhyn schools of Tetautua and Omoka united for their respective curriculum enterprise programme which were introduced in both schools last year.
Cook Islands faces mounting pressure to address diabetes
A study in the Cook Islands found high rates of diabetes, particularly among women and those aged 45-64, suggesting a need for earlier screening and increased awareness campaigns.
Cook Islands to crack down on crypto with new Recovery Bill
A new Bill that will enable Government to seize and forfeit cryptocurrency will be tabled in Parliament this week.
Maritime Cook Islands denies vessels linked to North Korean smuggling networks
Maritime Cook Islands (MCI) has shot down suggestions that Cook Islands-registered vessels are linked to North Korean “smuggling networks”.
Api Rutaki students gear up for exciting Parents’ Day celebration
The delightful Grade 1 and 2 students at Api Rutaki took a short break from their dance practice for their upcoming Parents’ Day celebration, which begins at 9am this morning.
PM defends Cabinet expansion
Increased demands and workload prompt the government’s proposal to expand its Cabinet from six to eight members, says the Prime Minister. Rashneel Kumar reports.
Te Uki Ou students forge cultural connections on educational Tahiti trip
In a memorable cultural exchange, Apii Te Uki Ou’s Year 9 students embarked on an educational trip to Tahiti from November 14 to 19. The purpose of the journey was to delve into the shared histories between the French Polynesian region and the Cook Islands.
WCPFC20 ends with mixed results
Hosts Cook Islands expressed satisfaction with the outcomes of the 20th Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC20), which concluded over the weekend.
Pope announces new leadership for Cook Islands Catholic Church
Pope Francis has appointed Father Reynaldo Bunyi Getalado of the Mission Society of the Philippines (MSP) as new coadjutor bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Rarotonga, Cook Islands.
Cook Islands doctor honoured in new building dedicated to Pacific health
A significant milestone for the Pasifika Medical Association Group (PMA) and Etu Pasifika Canterbury (EPC) was unveiled in Christchurch, New Zealand, this month.
‘No guts’: Senior lawyer slams proposed cannabis legislation
A senior lawyer has lambasted proposed legislation supporting availability of cannabis in the Cook Islands, saying it has ‘no guts’.
Pukapuka ferry trip for diaspora costs $640,000
A Samoan passenger ferry chartered by the Cook Islands government for $640,000 is scheduled to arrive in Rarotonga today and take 160 New Zealand and Australia based people of Pukapuka descent to the northern island. Al Williams reports.
Fresh pineapples on offer this Christmas season
Weeks into the Christmas celebration and the Maoate family is encouraging families to eat healthy and live healthy.
Ruta Mave: We all need to be listening and looking
Men treating women as important and deserving respect at home, work and in the courtrooms will initiate change for the White Ribbon campaign.
Aitutaki's newest resort expanding
Construction continues on a new Aitutaki resort which opened more than a month early to accommodate the Pacific Islands Forum.
Mum and daughter attend COP28
Cook Islands' Nanette Woonton is at the COP28 event in Dubai in her capacity as the Communications and Outreach Advisor for SPREP.
Funding uncertainty as climate change impacts Pacific
‘The Cook Islands is highly vulnerable and at risk to extreme events’
