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PM Brown backs Starlink

Wednesday 14 February 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National, Technology

The Cook Islands Prime Minister has assured he will not restrict importing and using Starlink, despite concerns that Customs is imposing a fee on the kit.

Nukz Power and GAT remain unbeaten in open Touch comp

Tuesday 13 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby

Defending champions GAT and Nukz Power remain unbeaten after round one Cook Islands Touch Association open men’s and women’s competition.

Cook Islands, New Zealand renew immigration partnership for another five years

Tuesday 13 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) last week renewed for another five years their Partnership Arrangement with Immigration New Zealand (INZ), an agency of the New Zealand Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment (MBIE).

Kata: Winston Peters

Tuesday 13 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Foreign Affairs Minister Elikana co-chairs Pacific-Japan ministerial meet

Tuesday 13 February 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Politics

The newly-appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs and Immigration Tingika Elikana co-chaired the 5th Pacific Islands Leaders Meeting (PALM) Ministerial Interim Meeting in Suva on Sunday with Japan’s Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa.

Youngsters reel in fun and prizes at Tamariki Reef Fishing Competition

Tuesday 13 February 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Fishing, Sports

The popular Rarotonga 2024 Tamariki Reef Fishing Competition held last month saw 61 children between the ages of five and 14 years head out to sea, armed with their bamboo rods.

Hendersons conquer Coast to Coast

Tuesday 13 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Sports, Triathlon

Another bucket list event was ticked off over the weekend by Cook Islands father and son duo, Kevin and Thomas Henderson, completing the two-day Kathmandu Coast to Coast in South Island, New Zealand.

Cook Islands aims to bridge digital divide with new national strategy

Tuesday 13 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Technology

Cook Islands’ first Digital Transformation Strategy was launched last week by the government and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) team.

Letter: Roadside collection message ‘confusing’

Tuesday 13 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, My apologies to the kids whose school holiday project became the finished piece of Infrastructure’s attempt to inform us about our roadside collection.

Letter: ‘Temporary’ fuel surcharge

Tuesday 13 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, I was looking at my electricity bill from Te Aponga and saw there is still a temporary fuel surcharge of 5 cents per unit on there.

Year 6 students step up as leaders in Apii St Joseph’s investiture

Tuesday 13 February 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National

Thirteen keen students from Year 6 have taken on leadership responsibilities for St Joseph’s Primary School.

Assault accused gets bail with strict conditions

Tuesday 13 February 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National

Despite facing multiple assault charges, an accused held in custody was granted bail with strict conditions including curfew, contact restrictions, and passport surrender.

Court news in brief

Tuesday 13 February 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National

February 13, 2024

Rarotonga police team tackles Gender Family Harm in Aitutaki

Tuesday 13 February 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Outer Islands

Three Rarotonga police officers are in Aitutaki for a week-long programme of consultations with community stakeholders, on Gender Family Harm (GFH).

‘Stick to politics’: Te Ipukarea Society slams Peters’ deep sea mining comments

Tuesday 13 February 2024 | Written by Candice Luke | Published in Environment, National, Politics

Cook Islands environmental organisation Te Ipukarea Society (TIS) has slammed comments made by New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Winston Peters about deep sea mining.

Ancestral homecoming: Ui Tupuna remains return to Mangaia after decades

Tuesday 13 February 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands

The remains of over 100 “Ui Tupuna”, ancestors who were separated from their homeland for over three decades, have finally returned to their rightful resting place, at home in Mangaia, Au’au Enua. Melina Etches reports.

Kata: DPM

Monday 12 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Penrhyn ‘one of our safe seats’: PM Brown

Monday 12 February 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National, Outer Islands, Politics

Prime Minister Mark Brown, leader of the Cook Islands Party (CIP), expressed confidence in retaining the Penrhyn seat during the March 12 by-election.

The race for Deputy PM: ‘The needs of the country must come first’

Monday 12 February 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National, Politics

The Cook Islands Prime Minster hasn’t decided on a new Deputy PM, but is considering both Rarotonga and Pa Enua candidates, prioritising national needs over tradition.

Letter: Vaimaanga road closure

Monday 12 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Residents of Vaimaanga should not be complacent, and ignore what is happening in their village. The development at the old Sheraton Hotel site is moving along at pace, most people would and indeed should applaud the developer for his bravery, investment and achievements on this once derelict property.