Environment
Request to dredge Arutanga Harbour channel approved
Friday 4 February 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National
Dredging work for the Arutanga Harbour Project in Aitutaki has resumed after approval from relevant environment bodies following concerns from residents over the legality of the work in the harbour basin.
Concerns mount over household rubbish dumped in public bins
Thursday 3 February 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Environment, National
There is ongoing concern over household rubbish being dumped in public bins particularly at Nikao Social Centre which is a hotspot for the issue.
Volunteers celebrate World Wetlands Day
Thursday 3 February 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Environment, National
A group dedicated to preserving the Muri Lagoon and surrounding area has taken advantage of World Wetlands Day to push forward with one of its multiple projects.
Global Environment Facility (GEF) workshop gets underway
Monday 31 January 2022 | Written by Sian Solomon | Published in Environment, National
Government officials, staff, and stakeholders have gathered at The Edgewater Resort on Thursday for the Global Environment Facility (GEF) workshop.
No tsunami alert raises concern
Wednesday 19 January 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National
Grave concerns have been raised by members of the community as to why there was no tsunami alert on Friday, January 14, following a volcanic eruption in Tonga.
Takuva’ine Valley Water Catchment signage installed
Tuesday 18 January 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National
To start off 2022 on a positive note for the environment and to raise awareness on a very special place on Rarotonga, the Takuva’ine Water Catchment Committee have installed new signage at the base of the track and replaced an old broken “STOP” sign further up leading to the traditional taro terraces and ‘ūtū planting area in the valley.
Port closed as ‘rough weather to continue’
Tuesday 18 January 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Environment, National
Strong winds and high seas are set to persist this week forcing authorities to close Rarotonga’s port to vessels at least until Sunday.
Skipper stops in to restock as conditions uncertain
Tuesday 18 January 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Environment, National
Monday brought a brief respite for Lady Moana skipper Sefanaia Tuwai and his crew of seven, who were allowed to dock at Avatiu port to restock essential supplies.
Tropical depression brings gale-force winds and heavy swells
Monday 17 January 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Environment, National
Yesterday’s strong winds and high seas caused by a tropical depression near Mauke caught residents of Rarotonga and other southern group islands by surprise and the Met Office says more damaging winds and rain are expected this week.
Youth Media Team learns the ropes with Muri Environment Care Group
Saturday 15 January 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National
This week a group of keen teens gathered at Aroko salt marsh to learn first-hand about marine biology as well as TV and media production.
Storm surge expected from Tropical Cyclone
Tuesday 11 January 2022 | Written by Sian Solomon | Published in Environment, National
A tropical cyclone that hit Fiji over the weekend and devastated parts of the country will not affect the Cook Islands, according to the Cook Islands Meteorological Service.
‘Fair weather’ forecast for Raro
Friday 31 December 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Environment, National
Rarotonga can expect some fair weather for the long weekend as it welcomes the new year in, with a few showers and a fair bit of wind.
Seabed mining ‘not worth the risk’, says Evans
Thursday 23 December 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Environment, National
Jacqueline Evans said: “Seabed mining also has a direct impact on the biodiversity that lives on and around the nodules and the disposal of sediment from the ship will impact marine life that encounters it in the water column.” Evans said she wants the Cook Islands to focus on investments that “do not solely rely […]
Nodules: Climate change solution or ecological risk?
Thursday 23 December 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Environment, National
People keen to explore the possibility of deep sea mining see it as a way to fight climate change, while those against say it doesn’t make sense to solve an environmental problem by possibly creating a new one.
My family’s pacific island home is grappling with deep-sea mining
Monday 20 December 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National
Here’s what I’ve learned being up close and personal with the debate, writes Rachel Reeves.
Sooty Shearwater shows up in Avarua
Saturday 18 December 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National
Rarotonga had a surprise drop in visitor – an injured Sooty Shearwater (Ardenna grisea) was found at the Punanga Nui Market last week.
Deep sea ‘gold rush’
Saturday 18 December 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Environment, National
Three companies could be awarded a licence to explore the Cook Islands seabed for rare minerals.
Sea Eagle II sails by Rarotonga
Saturday 18 December 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National
With the hollow booms of its horn to announce Kia Orana, at Avarua harbour, the magnificent Sea Eagle II Super yacht sailed by Rarotonga yesterday morning on its way to New Zealand.
Rain brings relief to Penrhyn
Wednesday 15 December 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National
Over the past few weeks rain has poured down on the Northern group atoll of Penrhyn, bringing sighs of welcome relief for approximately 250 residents.
Wet weather lashes parts of Rarotonga
Tuesday 14 December 2021 | Written by Sian Solomon | Published in Environment, National
Heavy rain and thunderstorms lashed parts of the Cook Islands over the weekend, flooding areas around Rarotonga.
