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Aitutaki water crisis: Resident disputes ICI’s claim of well-functioning galleries
Wednesday 12 February 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands
An Aitutaki resident and contractor disputes the claim that most of the island’s water galleries are functioning well, citing ongoing water shortages and criticising the spending priorities of Infrastructure Cook Islands.
Cook Islands, UN collaborate on sustainable development priorities
Wednesday 12 February 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in National
Cook Islands hosted one-day workshop aimed at enhancing the collaboration between the United Nations (UN) and the country which took place yesterday at the Crown Beach Resort.
Katoa’s contract with Cook Islands Investment Corporation ends
Wednesday 12 February 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Business, National, Outer Islands
Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) has confirmed that Romani Katoa’s contract with them for the Arutanga Harbour project in Aitutaki has been terminated.
Opposition files no-confidence motion against Prime Minister
Wednesday 12 February 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in BREAKING NEWS, National, Parliament, Politics
A vote of no confidence motion has been filed against the Prime Minister and his Cabinet following the recent fiasco involving the now-abandoned Cook Islands passport proposal and the comprehensive strategic partnership the country will sign with China this week.
Hercules, Boeing 757 visit Rarotonga on New Zealand Defence Force missions
Wednesday 12 February 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National
Three New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) flights are visiting Rarotonga this week as part of pre-planned visits.
Kata: China talks
Tuesday 11 February 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
Young Sea Eagles look to improve after first round loss to Panthers
Tuesday 11 February 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in League, Sports
The mostly-newbie team of Sea Eagles from Ngatangiia/Matavera remains optimistic about their next game despite losing to the Tupapa Panthers 28-12 in round one of the Cook Islands Rugby League’s (CIRL) domestic 13s competition.
Te Tuhi Kelly: Diplomatic row and the failure of the Opposition
Tuesday 11 February 2025 | Written by Te Tuhi Kelly | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Cook Islands’ recent decision to establish a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with China has certainly raised the hackles of our people in the Cook Islands and our relationship with New Zealand, writes Te Tuhi Kelly, leader of the Progressive Party.
Letter: Is NZ bullying the Cook Islands?
Tuesday 11 February 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, The persistent bullying of Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown by New Zealand over the past week has been appalling.
Home cooks to battle for Kuru Trophy and $1000 cash prize
Tuesday 11 February 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Agriculture, National
Home cooks in the community will have the opportunity to display their tiopu kuru (breadfruit stew) culinary skills at Te Mato Manava Turoto/Cook Islands Tourism’s “Takurua – Taste of the Season”, an annual celebration of cuisine that highlights local ingredients and their cultural significance.
Rarotonga set to rock with inaugural Rarodice music festival
Tuesday 11 February 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, Features
The inaugural “family friendly” Rarodice concert will feature a diverse lineup of talented artists from overseas, bringing their unique sounds and styles to the Cook Islands.
Commentators warn of Cooks-New Zealand diplomatic breakdown
Tuesday 11 February 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in New Zealand, Regional
International relations expert Geoffrey Miller and former National MP and minister Alfred Ngaro offer insights into the escalating tensions between New Zealand and the Cook Islands.
PM Brown ‘should be taken at his word’ on China deal: Mahuta
Tuesday 11 February 2025 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National, New Zealand, Regional
New Zealand’s former foreign minister Nanaia Mahuta says the Cook Islands Prime Minister “should be taken at his word” that the comprehensive agreement he’s signing with China will not affect the constitutional arrangements with New Zealand.
NZ waits to see China deal before deciding next steps
Tuesday 11 February 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Economy, National
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says they will have to assess the proposed agreement between the Cook Islands and China before determining their next course of action.
Cook Islands Cabinet backs China deal, Prime Minister Brown
Tuesday 11 February 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National, New Zealand, Regional
Cook Islands Cabinet Ministers have confidence in Prime Minister Mark Brown’s leadership and have endorsed the comprehensive strategic agreement the country will sign with China this week. Losirene Lacanivalu reports.
Kata: No confidence
Monday 10 February 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
'Matter is getting worse': Opposition leader on Cook Islands-NZ relations
Monday 10 February 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National
Opposition leader Tina Browne, who is concerned with the latest statement from New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister about the lack of consultation over Cook Islands' strategic deal with China, says the relationship between the Cook Islands and New Zealand is getting worse.
Miss Cook Islands wins fourth runner up at Pacific Islands 2025 pageant
Monday 10 February 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features
Miss Cook Islands Ngatepaeru Marie Maoate was awarded fourth runner-up at the 38th Miss Pacific Islands Pageant held in Honiara, Solomon Islands.
Men alleged for a series of burglary adjourned
Monday 10 February 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
The court matter of the two men who are alleged to have committed a series of burglary in Rarotonga last year has been adjourned to March 7.
Businesswoman allowed interim name suppression
Monday 10 February 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A businesswoman who is accused of failing to comply and failing to pay superannuation contributions has been allowed interim name suppression until March 7.
