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Desalination units assist water woes on drough-stricken Penrhyn
Friday 15 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Outer Islands
Government officials are dealing with the drought in Penrhyn by employing the use of desalination machines and tapping into groundwater resources.
Quarantine-free travel for Cooks travellers "a move in the right direction"
Friday 15 January 2021 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National
Local tourism industry stakeholders are hoping news of a two-way travel bubble is “not too far away” following Thursdays announcement of quarantine free travel into New Zealand for Cook Islanders and valid visa holders.
Investigations into fire incidents ‘ongoing’
Friday 15 January 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Two tankers from the Takitumu Volunteer fire brigade and two trucks from the Puaikura Volunteer fire services were dispatched to attend the house fire on the Arorangi hillside on Wednesday afternoon.
Police records high number of minor offences
Thursday 14 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Almost 160 minor offence notices for traffic infringements were issued by police in the two-week festive season of 2020.
Parched Penrhyn receives water relief
Thursday 14 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Outer Islands
A shipment of water has alleviated a severe shortage on the Northern group atoll of Penrhyn, however with no rain in sight, residents will have to continue rationing supplies.
Professor continues recording local history and culture in his books
Wednesday 13 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National
Dr Jon Tikivanotau Jonassen has over the years written books on topics that are close to his heart and tomorrow he will be launching another four of his books for the Cook Islands people and the future generations.
Historical toa trees removed
Wednesday 13 January 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Rain fell on Tuesday afternoon as the last of the beloved Matavera toa (ironwood) trees were felled, allowing government workers to proceed with roadworks in the area.
2021 could be the warmest year on record, Met Service says
Tuesday 12 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Weather
The Met Office says it will be at least eight months before Cook Islands will start experiencing cooler than average temperatures, which means more hot and dry weather as currently experienced in the Northern Group.
Top cop job appointment by end of January
Monday 11 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
A recommendation from the Office of the Public Service Commissioner on the appointment of the Commissioner of Police is expected to be made later this month.
Thirty-four businesses expected to re-enter wage subsidy scheme
Monday 11 January 2021 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National
Government is expected to spend about $14 million in wage subsidy in 2021, following a number of rule changes that have resulted in 34 businesses becoming re-eligible to collect the benefit.
Local authorities urged to investigate stabbing on Cook Islands registered vessel
Saturday 9 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Marine Cook Islands should investigate the death of a crew member on a Cook Islands registered vessel, says a former detective.
Cook Islanders in NZ at greater risk of hospitalisation for Covid-19
Saturday 9 January 2021 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Health, National
Another community outbreak of coronavirus in New Zealand could be devastating for New Zealand Maori and Pacific people including more than 80,000 Cook Islanders, a recently released research paper by Te Punaha Matatini researchers has shown.
University of South Pacific enrolment up 500 per cent
Friday 8 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National
While universities around the world are seeing a sharp decline in enrolment, USP Cook Islands has seen a huge increase thanks to a government initiative.
Penrhyn to dry up in 14 days
Friday 8 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Outer Islands
An island government official said the northern group atoll is dealing with one of the worst water shortages in years, prompting Prime Minister Mark Brown's government to approve an emergency shipment of water and desalination equipment to the island.
Royal New Zealand Air Force makes a pit stop
Friday 8 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Rarotonga's skies received a rare buzz on Thursday with the visit of NZ Air Force aircraft.
No extra subsidy for barge operator
Thursday 7 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, Local, National
Following protests by a rival shipping company, government will not be paying a contentious subsidy to Cook Islands General Transport to assist with its recent acquisition of a barge.
‘New Covid strain, no problem’
Thursday 7 January 2021 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Health, National
Cook Islands authorities remain adamant that the risk of Cook Islanders traveling to New Zealand contracting coronavirus is low, despite a new variant of the virus, known as B.1.1.7 that has forced the UK into its third lockdown, arriving in New Zealand.
Maritime Cook Islands mulls over investigating stabbing incident
Thursday 7 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Maritime Cook Islands will decide whether or not to investigate a stabbing incident that occurred on board a Cook Islands registered vessel.
Public Service Commissioner clarifies Health appointment
Wednesday 6 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
The Public Service Commissioner will finalise the top Health Ministry role by the end of this month
Poor water quality in Muri lagoon persists
Wednesday 6 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Environment, National
Poor water quality continues to affect the lagoon as the seasonal weather conditions that led to the deterioration continue to persist.
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