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Cook Islands tourism booms as airline reaffirms commitment

Thursday 2 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National

Prime Minister Mark Brown yesterday met with Air New Zealand’s chief executive officer, Greg Foran, engaging in high-level discussions about what lies ahead for the Cook Islands and its key commercial airline partner.

Letter: Medicinal cannabis importation

Thursday 2 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, A letter written to the Cook Islands News on 30-10-23, erringly declared it was against the law to import any form of marijuana product into the nation, including non-psychoactive CBD products.

Pacific Games opening ceremony tickets ‘expected to run out soon’

Wednesday 1 November 2023 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Games, Sports

Tickets for the opening ceremonies of the 2023 Pacific Games are selling fast, with the Games Organising Committee expecting a sell-out crowd on 19 November.

A curse to be a parent in Gaza: more than 3600 Palestinian children killed in just 3 weeks of war

Wednesday 1 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Regional

More than 3600 Palestinian children were killed in the first 25 days of the war between Israel and Hamas, according to Gaza’s Hamas-run Health Ministry. They were hit by airstrikes, smashed by misfired rockets, burned by blasts and crushed by buildings, and among them were newborns and toddlers, avid readers, aspiring journalists and boys who thought they’d be safe in a church.

PNG churches not interested in taking over ‘entire government functions’

Wednesday 1 November 2023 | Written by RNZ | Published in Papua New Guinea, Regional

The government is abrogating its responsibility by asking the country's churches to provide more critical social services, a Papua New Guinea think tank has warned.

China wants direct air link with French Polynesia, says Consul

Wednesday 1 November 2023 | Written by RNZ | Published in French Polynesia, Regional

In a rare interview, China’s Consul in French Polynesia, Tian Lixiao has told local media his country was in favour of a direct air link with Tahiti. He also shared his country's views on a wide range of topics directly affecting the Pacific region.

Our disaster management needs to do more for diverse voices

Wednesday 1 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion

After watching the fast-developing Cyclone Lola over Vanuatu before the cyclone season starts, whether we are prepared as a nation to protect our most vulnerable in a disaster has been on my mind, writes Merita Tuari’i.

Cook Islands meet to agree on revised tuna measure

Wednesday 1 November 2023 | Written by RNZ | Published in Economy, National

There will be an agreement on the revised Western Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC) Tropical Tuna Measure when the Commission meets in Rarotonga, Cook Islands in December.

2023 Pacific Games: Go for Gold, Cook Islands!

Wednesday 1 November 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Pacific Games, Sports

Cook Islands News is proud to launch its special “Go for Gold, Cook Islands!” campaign to support our teams and athletes competing at the 2023 Pacific Games in Honiara, Solomon Islands, from November 19 to December 2.

Team Cook Islands to unveil 2023 Pacific Games uniform and take part in special parade

Wednesday 1 November 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Pacific Games, Sports

Team Cook Islands to the 2023 Pacific Games will hold its uniform blessing and flagbearer announcement on Friday, as it counts down to the regional event in the Solomon Islands, starting later this month.

Letter: Water meters are essential for saving water and protecting our communities

Wednesday 1 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

All meter systems have a sole and singular reason and purpose whether in an air, sea, rail and road automobiles; electrical, electronic, solar, wind, hydro, oil, petrol, battery driven and so forth. Even our personal mobiles, computers, satellites and so forth all measure speed, safety levels, balance and all needed control for security and lifesaving precautionary measures. Without them, all equipment or machineries will head for disaster.

Letter: Giving credit where it’s due

Wednesday 1 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, As one of the original complainants about noisy bike mufflers, and dangerous/stunch riders, let me publicly commend the Akava for their very strong response to closing down the noisy/dangerous bike riding hoons who have been terrorising our roads for far too long.

Pet Talk: Fur-ever grateful for the support

Wednesday 1 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Pet Talk

Less than three weeks until I finish at Te Are Manu (TAM) and as always when something is about to end, my mind drifts to what has happened, what was then, and what is now. And how lucky I have been, writes Dr Michael Baer, the outgoing Te Are Manu Vet Clinic medical director.

Measures in place to prevent water disruption in Aitutaki during Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Retreat

Wednesday 1 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Outer Islands, Pacific Islands Forum

Measures have been put in place in Aitutaki to ensure there is no water disruption to the public and the regional leaders attending the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders retreat next week.

Nursing students and Red Cross host elderly group for health promotion project

Wednesday 1 November 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National

Giving back to the community, Bachelor of Nursing Pacific students and the Cook Islands Red Cross Society hosted Te Are Pa Metua elderly group last week.

Cook Islands supports UN resolution on Gaza ‘truce’

Wednesday 1 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National

Cook Islands supports the United Nations (UN) resolution for an ‘immediate, durable and sustained humanitarian truce’ between Israeli forces and Hamas militants in Gaza.

Cannabis accused awaits his day in court

Wednesday 1 November 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National

Rarotonga businessman Christopher Denny is still awaiting evidence as he faces charges of possessing cannabis and a utensil.

Turama: A time to remember and honour departed loved ones

Wednesday 1 November 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Today marks Turama or All Souls Day, a significant occasion in the Cook Islands where families commemorate their departed loved ones by decorating their graves with fragrant flowers, candles, and lights to remember and honour those who have passed on.

Chickenpox cases on the rise

Wednesday 1 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National

Nineteen cases of chickenpox have been reported in the Cook Islands in October, but Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health says there is no outbreak of the highly contagious disease.

Kata: Electric car

Wednesday 1 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion