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ICI records 134km/hr maximum speed in Nikao

Wednesday 23 August 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National

Maximum speed measured in Nikao according to recent data from Infrastructure Cook Islands (ICI) is 134km/hour – close to three times the speed limit in the area.

Taxpayers shell out $1.7 million for Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting vehicles

Wednesday 23 August 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National, Pacific Islands Forum

Cook Islands taxpayers have shelled out $1.7 million for 25 cars to be used at the upcoming Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting.

Pero leads charge on tapping into North America tourism

Wednesday 23 August 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in National, Tourism

A gathering of more than 50 property and tourism industry leaders took place on Monday in Muri to discuss options for inbound tourism from North America.

Public Service Commissioner: Staff retention ongoing concern for Cooks

Wednesday 23 August 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National

Cook Islands Public Service Commissioner Carl Hunter had the privilege of meeting Tonga Prime Minister, Hu’akavameiliku during the Polynesian Public Service Commissioners Sub-Regional Fono held last week in Tonga.

Who’s pulling the strings?

Wednesday 23 August 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National

The reins are tightening on government spending in the Cook Islands but it’s unclear who’s pulling the strings.

Cook Islanders receive Stars of Oceania Award

Wednesday 23 August 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features

Cook Islands very own marine biologist and environment warrior Dr Teina Rongo marked another milestone achievement on Monday night as he received the Global Moana Climate and Environmental Impact Award at the 2023 Stars of Oceania Award.

Cooks among Oceanian athletics on climate change talks and sport

Wednesday 23 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Athletics, Sports

Athletics leaders from Oceania have expressed fears for the future of their islands here, and warned "we are actually talking two different languages" in search of continual improvement in competition while combatting climate change.

Letter: Cannabis

Wednesday 23 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Under (t) of the Regulations of the Drugs Act,the Executive Council can provide an exemption of any person or classes of persons from imposing any conditions or obligations of any controlled drug.

Letter: ‘None of this was necessary’

Wednesday 23 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Kia Orana, This entire Takitumu road/crossing/ fence issue is just tutae moko.

Questions surrounding ‘concrete pads’ outside Apii Takitumu grounds

Tuesday 22 August 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National

Questions have been raised about ongoing roadworks near the Apii Takitumu grounds in Matavera.

Kata: Matavera Bend

Tuesday 22 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Cook Islands bowlers gear up for World Tournament

Tuesday 22 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Bowling, Sports

The Cook Islands will be participating at the 2023 World Bowling Tournament hosted in the Gold Coast, Australia from August 29 to September 10, 2023.

Cook Islands Rugby League announces sponsorship deal with 4XC

Tuesday 22 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in League, Sports

The Cook Islands Rugby League (CIRL) team has announced a sponsorship deal with 4XC, a forex brokerage firm based in the Cook Islands.

Pacific Island countries meet in Rarotonga to discuss biosecurity and trade

Tuesday 22 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, Environment, National, Pacific Islands, Regional

Over 40 participants from around the Pacific region are in Rarotonga for the Pacific Plant Protection Organization (PPPO) and the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) workshop, hosted at the Crown Beach Resort in Arorangi.

Letter: Implementing cannabis legalisation

Tuesday 22 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, I write out of concern for the majority passed Cook Islands referendum on marijuana legalisation and the direction in which the government is proceeding.

More tourists burgled in Rarotonga

Tuesday 22 August 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Economy, National

Police have confirmed that more tourists have been burgled in Rarotonga, with a total of $600-$700 stolen.

Local solutions to big challenges

Tuesday 22 August 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National

Over 70 international participants from 14 Pacific Island countries, including leaders, grassroots organisations, governments, regional entities, and farmers from Rarotonga and the Pa Enua, gathered at the National Auditorium in Rarotonga yesterday to kick off the Grassroots Partnerships for Pacific Solutions event.

Teenager charged with burglaries avoids jail by the ‘skin of your teeth’

Tuesday 22 August 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National

A teenager involved in multiple burglaries on Rarotonga has been told she has narrowly avoided a prison sentence.

Brown, Pacific leaders still undecided on Japan’s plan to release nuclear wastewater

Tuesday 22 August 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Environment, National, Pacific Islands

Prime Minister Mark Brown along with regional leaders are still undecided about Japan’s proposed plans to release “treated” nuclear wastewater into the Pacific.

Kata: Child-proof

Monday 21 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion