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Parliament Clerk sparks outrage over deep sea mining statement
Monday 23 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, National, Parliament
The Clerk of Parliament has come under fire for his comments on a radio talkback show that the Government will inevitably win the seabed mining battle due to its legal authority, despite protests and concerns from the public.
Chamber celebrates growth and strategic vision at 2024 AGM
Monday 23 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Business, National
Cook Islands Chamber of Commerce held its annual general meeting (AGM) last week, marking a milestone in its journey towards fostering a vibrant business environment in the country.
Police apprehend four juveniles in connection with motorcycle thefts
Monday 23 September 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Crime, National
Cook Islands Police arrested four juveniles aged 13 to 15 in connection with reported stolen motorbikes and charged them with unlawful taking and being a party to the offence.
3000 companies at risk due to Act oversight: Browne
Monday 23 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National, Parliament
The Opposition leader’s Companies Amendment Bill aims to address a loophole in the 2017 Companies Act that has prevented thousands of companies from re-registering, causing potential significant economic hardship.
Kata: Inmates hired by families
Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
Celebrating 50 years of hospitality
Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Business, Features, Go Local, National, Weekend
A leading Cook Islands resort, celebrating its 50th anniversary, is honouring its dedicated staff, particularly those who have served for over 20 years, and reflecting on its growth and impact on the community.
Mangaia’s ‘ringed web of caves’ offers rich geological and historical treasures
Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Rod Dixon | Published in Features, In Depth, Memory Lane, Weekend
A team of American cave explorers estimate there may be hundreds of caves yet to be explored on Mangaia in what one team member describes as ‘a ringed web of caves’ rich in geological and historical interest, including evidence of pre-historic exploration, writes Rod Dixon.
Deep sea dilemma: Cook Islanders weigh the cost of mineral riches
Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Features, In Depth
As international experts gathered at the world’s largest gathering of ocean mineral stakeholders in Rarotonga this week, some Cook Islanders joined hands in protest against the proposed deep-sea mining of polymetallic nodules containing valuable minerals in the Cook Islands seabed.
Tupapa and Avatiu lock horns in thrilling Round Cup clashes
Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Victoria Park will host another thrilling round of matches in the 2024 Rarotonga Round Cup Competition, with Tupapa Maraerenga FC taking on Avatiu FC in pivotal encounters for both the Premier Men and Senior Women.
Tri Nations finale
Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Sports
Cook Island Rugby Union looks to conclude the season in a remarkable fashion with the Tri Nations 15s Series finale at Aretere Park in Avatiu this afternoon.
Do-or-die match for Cook Islands U21
Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Sports
The Cook Islands U21 netball team must defeat Papua New Guinea today to qualify for the 2025 Netball World Youth Cup in Gibraltar.
Atiu Enua calls for unity as new leadership takes office
Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands
Atiu Enua celebrated the swearing-in of their new mayor and Island Council members on Wednesday at the CICC Sunday School Hall in Mapumai.
Te Ipukarea Society: Rat free Takutea on its way: Stage 1 of eradication project successfully concluded
Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Stage one of the Takutea Rat Eradication Project has successfully concluded, with the field team arriving back in Atiu and Rarotonga aboard the Marumaru Atua last Saturday morning.
Thomas Wynne: Be a good ancestor
Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion
We are more than just warriors, we are data collectors too. We all have that person in our family who is the data collector – generally a genealogy data collector, writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.
Jurors advised to remain open-minded
Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, National
Jurors in a rape and burglary trial have been instructed not to discuss the case with anyone and to maintain an open mind as they return to High Court on Monday for closing submissions.
Poll: Cook Islanders oppose deep sea mining
Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, Local, National
A recent online opinion poll conducted in the Cook Islands revealed that 66 per cent of residents oppose deep sea mining, while 49 per cent disapprove of exploration.
Tapaitau and Charlie-Puna released to ‘family jobs’
Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, Local, National
Two high-profile inmates, sentenced to jail time in March this year, have been hired by their families through the Ministry of Corrective Services’ work scheme programme.
Kata: Fake customs and traditions
Friday 20 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
Runners return for Round Raro Race
Friday 20 September 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Athletics, Sports
Over 270 runners and walkers across the 10 kilometre and 31km courses are set to hit the roads early tomorrow for the 2024 BSP Round Rarotonga Road Race.
Church talk: Anointed for the marketplace
Friday 20 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
Initially, I believed church was primarily about Sunday services, singing, sermons, and socialising. However, I later realised that this was a superficial understanding of Jesus and the message of the gospel, writes Rachel Best of The Arepua Gateway Assembly of God Church.
