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Herman reappointed as Secretary of Internal Affairs

Thursday 29 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

Anne Herman has been reappointed as Secretary of the Ministry of Internal Affairs (INTAFF) marking it her third consecutive term as Head of Ministry (HoM).

Cook Islands enhances data security

Thursday 29 February 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Technology

For the first time, the Cook Islands has a new classification system for all government documents to better protect its own data and give confidence to colleagues and partners overseas to share confidential information with the country.

January arrivals best on record

Thursday 29 February 2024 | Written by Candice Luke | Published in Economy, National, Tourism

A record total of 10,368 international visitors were welcomed to the Cook Islands last month according to newly released statistics for January 2024.

Visitors enjoy snorkelling, sightseeing and exceptional service

Thursday 29 February 2024 | Written by Candice Luke | Published in National, Tourism

The cruise ship Paul Gauguin was in Rarotonga yesterday with 253 visitors on board, enjoying a south Pacific paradise tour.

Vaka voyage sails to silver screen in fight for ocean health

Thursday 29 February 2024 | Written by Candice Luke | Published in Entertainment, Features

In 2021, a special voyage was taken by three Cook Islands non-government organisations. Cook Islands Voyaging Society, Kōrero o te ‘Ōrau, and Te Ipukarea Society teamed up for a tour to each of the 15 islands, a first for the traditional vaka Marumaru Atua.

Nobody is interested: Opposition leader says no one wants $1.7m electric vehicles

Thursday 29 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National, Parliament

No one is interested in purchasing the $1.7 million fleet of electric vehicles bought by the Government last year, the Opposition Leader told Parliament yesterday.

Kata: EMCI vs CI Disability Council

Wednesday 28 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Cook Islands Touch Open heats up with close games

Wednesday 28 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby

Despite the heat, Cook Islands Touch Open competition continued with close games and good sportsmanship at the National Stadium in Nikao on Monday.

Changing the landscape of women’s football in Cook Islands

Wednesday 28 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

In the vast, turquoise waters of the Pacific, stands a modern-day trailblazer redefining the world of football in the Cook Islands.

NZ Minister sets ‘long-term’ house price target of 3 to 5 times household incomes

Wednesday 28 February 2024 | Written by RNZ | Published in New Zealand, Regional

The new housing minister has set a target of having homes costing just three to five times household incomes - well below what they are now in most of New Zealand.

Pet Talk: Five freedoms- the foundation of animal welfare

Wednesday 28 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Pet Talk

Justice Potter Stewart, in a famous US Supreme Court ruling, said, roughly, “I can’t define it, but I know it when I see it”. He wasn’t talking about animal welfare, but he could easily have been.

Letter: Rethinking ‘village politics’

Wednesday 28 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, It’s been a few years since I have had to deal with someone having a go at me for my opinion and making it personal (Letter: Village voters, February 20).

Absentee landowners major issue

Wednesday 28 February 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, Environment, Local, National

Cook Islands is reforming its land laws and have started public meetings on Rarotonga to gather suggestions and feedback from Cook Islanders.

New student leaders committed to service and fostering positive school culture

Wednesday 28 February 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National

Apii Nikao has joined Tereora College in signing up to the Student Volunteer Army Service Awards.

New Deputy Speaker and Leader of the House set to be elected

Wednesday 28 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament

Parliament resumes today with the election of the Deputy Speaker at 1pm and the Public Accounts Committee report on the Appropriation Amendment Bill 2024 (Supplementary Budget).

Man avoids reckless driving charge, found guilty of EBA

Wednesday 28 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National

A man who was charged for traffic offences more than two years ago was discharged without conviction for careless driving, but convicted for excess blood alcohol.

We are not included: Disability council accuses emergency agency of exclusion

Wednesday 28 February 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

The national disability body has accused Emergency Management Cook Islands (EMCI) of excluding them in discussions on disaster management and preparedness.

Marsters, Lindsay among names mentioned for CISNOC top job

Tuesday 27 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Other Sports, Sports

Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee (CISNOC) has received a number of expressions of interest and applications for the Secretary General’s role, says organisation president Hugh Graham.

Cook Islands and Saudi Arabia prioritise economic resilience and renewable energy

Tuesday 27 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, Environment, National

The Cook Islands and Saudi Arabia have prioritised economic resilience, culture, technology and renewable energy as areas for possible future cooperation following a series of bilateral discussions in Rarotonga.