Environment
Low tides possible cause of coral bleaching, says ministry
Saturday 7 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Environment, National
Government scientists believe stormy weather and extreme low tides may be causing corals in Rarotonga’s lagoon to bleach.
Draft environment policy under scrutiny
Thursday 5 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National
The National Environment Service is promising a wider public consultation on their draft national policy.
Te Ipukarea Society calls for moratorium on deep-sea mineral exploitation
Saturday 31 October 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National
OPINION: Cook Islands has moved a step closer to extracting valuable minerals from its ocean floor following the launch of seabed exploration license a week ago. In this week’s column, local environment group Te Ipukarea Society explain their position on deep sea mining.
Stunning location and sensational sounds
Saturday 31 October 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Environment, National
Covid-19 has made it virtually impossible for DJ duo Coco House Bros - Mark Zow and Mr E to tour internationally, so they decided to give back to the people of Rarotonga.
Kate McKessar: Bird of the Year Cook Islands
Saturday 24 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National
OPINION: Hold on to your feathers, its finally here! The first ever ‘Bird of the Year Cook Islands’ competition run by Te Ipukarea Society.
Seabed exploration licenses launched
Friday 23 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment
Application for seabed exploration licenses are now open to potential undersea mining operators.
Licensing process for seabed exploration
Tuesday 20 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment
Members of the public are invited to attend the launch of the Seabed Minerals Authority licensing process for exploration research in Cook Islands’ waters on Thursday morning.
Te Ipukarea Society: 'Threats of serious damage'
Saturday 17 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment
OPINION: Deep seabed mining could cause irreversible harm to our oceans, from the seafloor to the surface and the midwater columns in between.
Climate change threat to maritime boundaries
Tuesday 13 October 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Environment
Pacific island states are looking at legal options to ensure their borders are protected as sea levels rise and land comes under threat due to climate change.
Linking taramea, coral health and reef fishing
Monday 12 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment
Marine scientist Dr Teina Rongo explains why spearfishing competition especially at this time was not a good idea.
Te Ipukarea Society : A step in the right direction
Saturday 10 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment
OPINION: Te Ipukarea Society has for many years been advocating for an alternative, more natural approach to coastal protection from the rock boulder walls commonly used here.
Te Ipukarea Society: Cook Is. 'custodian of the common heritage of mankind'
Saturday 3 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment
OPINION: The Cook Islands has an obligation to contribute to the protection of the common heritage of humankind.
Seabed minerals committee 'a voice for the community'
Monday 28 September 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Environment
A seabed minerals advisory committee has been established to provide community perspectives to the Government on the development of the seabed minerals sector.
Te Ipukarea Society : Take a stand against single use plastics
Saturday 26 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment
OPINION: The fight against plastic is far from over and as always, Te Ipukarea Society is coming out swinging.
Operation Taramea seeking funds to save corals
Thursday 24 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment
The need to remove the crown of thorns starfish or taramea as soon as possible is crucial, says Kōrero o te 'Ōrau.
Fate of toa trees hang in the balance
Thursday 24 September 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Environment
Residents and other concerned members of the community have rallied to save the toa trees outside Takitumu School.
Turtle set free from fishing net
Wednesday 23 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment
Cook Islands Turtle Conservation Society calls on local fisherman to regularly check their fishing nets.
As you sow, so shall you reap
Tuesday 22 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment
Tamarind, Kātara‘apa - or Soursop - and three types of Star Apples were planted around the St Joseph’s School compound this month.
Joseph Brider: Walking on water
Saturday 19 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment
OPINION: Three new water walking insects have been identified in the Cook Islands, making a total of six. By Joseph Brider of Natural Heritage Trust.
Rarotonga's very own rare ground-orchid
Thursday 17 September 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment
Orchid lovers will be pleased to know that Rarotonga has its very own rare ground-orchid that is native (endemic) to the island and found nowhere else in the world.
