Environment
Initiative to preserve Muri Lagoon
Monday 20 November 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, Local, National
An enthusiastic effort is being undertaken by a whole-hearted community group whose passion is to preserve and protect the popular and beautiful Muri Lagoon in Ngatangiia.
Te Ipukarea Society: Mauke students engage in waste management and ocean health awareness
Saturday 18 November 2023 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Environment, National
With the introduction of non-biodegradable equipment and packaging over the past 50 plus years, waste management in the Pa Enua has become very challenging.
Te Ipukarea Society: Deep Rising paints ‘a very different picture around seabed mining’
Saturday 11 November 2023 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Environment, National
This past week on Tuesday at the Empire Cinema we launched the documentary called Deep Rising. This thought-provoking movie, narrated by Jason Momoa of Aquaman fame, dives down to the depths of the ocean to investigate the future plans for mining the seabed for valuable metals.
More than $59 million for climate-resilient infrastructure
Friday 10 November 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Environment, National
Plans to pump more than US$35 million (NZ$59.4m) into upgrading infrastructure within the Cook Islands community to help tackle climate change are in development.
Rarotonga to Aitutaki seabed under exploration
Thursday 9 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National
Cook Islands Seabed Minerals Authority team and the Moana Minerals team are off on another seabed minerals expedition, and this time it is between the waters of Aitutaki and Rarotonga.
Cook Islands to seek an agreement on a Loss and Damage Fund at COP28
Wednesday 8 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National
The Cook Islands will seek an agreement on a Loss and Damage Fund at this year’s United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28).
Lawyer warns against interference, Sheraton road relocation approval stands: Arnold
Wednesday 8 November 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, Environment, National
Any attempts by the executive government or its agencies to undermine the ongoing Sheraton redevelopment project will be met with legal action in the High Court, warns the landowner's lawyer.
Te Ipukarea Society: Citizen science turtle monitoring continues
Saturday 4 November 2023 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Environment, National
Throughout Te Moana nui o Kiva, sea turtles are held in very high regard. The reasons for this vary from their majestic mana passed down through cultural storytelling, to their availability as a source of food.
Growers collaborate with NZ company to develop business plan for farmers’ co-operative
Tuesday 31 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National
The Kai Natura Taokotai (KNT) group is moving ahead in their co-operative mission to establish a Cook Islands growers’ company (Farmers Co-op) to support, upskill, manage risk, and innovate our primary producers’ farm businesses.
Te Ipukarea Society welcomes legal personhood of whales in international waters
Monday 30 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National
Te Ipukarea Society (TIS) has welcomed the recent news on Maori and Pacific Leaders proposing legal personhood of whales in international waters to the United Nations.
Community comes forward to dispose of ‘legacy waste’
Saturday 28 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National
The initial phase of the “Titā ki te Titā kore Project – Legacy Waste Collection” throughout Rarotonga completed successfully this month.
Te Ipukarea Society: Sustainable alternatives to deep-sea mining for battery production
Saturday 28 October 2023 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Environment, National
In the quest for a more sustainable future, the world is increasingly recognising the importance of transitioning to renewable energy sources and electric vehicles.
Flooding issues ‘addressed’ as Muri road works near completion
Tuesday 24 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Environment, National
A sizeable culvert is being replaced at the southern end of Muri as a project to fix and resurface the stretch of road known at the “Golden Mile” nears completion.
NES to seek Crown Law advice on 'new' EIA for Sheraton ring road
Tuesday 24 October 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Environment, Local, National
The National Environment Service (NES) will seek advice from the Crown Law on whether a new Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) is needed for the new ring road around the Sheraton redevelopment and for any development to the foreshore area.
Guns and roads in southwest Rarotonga
Saturday 21 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, Editorials, Environment, Features, Local, National, Opinion, Weekend
The old deserted and controversial Sheraton Hotel in Vaimaanga is getting a new lease of life after Rarotonga businessman Chris Vaile took on the challenge to redevelop the site into a high-end apartment property complete with other amenities.
Te Ipukarea Society : Reaching new heights in the Takitumu Conservation Area
Saturday 21 October 2023 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Environment, National
Today’s article was written by Donna Gast, who is visiting from the Netherlands and doing some volunteer work with Te Ipukarea Society before starting university.
Breadfruit: A climate-resilient crop for the Pacific
Friday 20 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National
Breadfruit is a climate-resilient crop well suited to addressing the challenges of food security, non-communicable diseases (NCDs), and climate adaptation in the Pacific.
Aitutaki residents frustrated by ‘chronic’ water shortage crisis
Thursday 19 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, Health, Local, National, Outer Islands
Aitutaki residents are frustrated by the ongoing water shortage crisis on the island, as some households face extended periods of water cuts lasting up to four weeks and more.
Marae Moana art project creates more awareness
Tuesday 17 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Environment, Features, National
Aitutaki students have conveyed strong messages through “amazing art” pieces to signify the importance of ocean conservation and its environment.
Renewable energy 2030 commitment
Tuesday 17 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National
Climate Change Cook Islands director Wayne King says as a developing country within the Paris Agreement, Cook Islands has its own commitment to meet the global climate challenge.
