Environment
Can Muri Lagoon be saved?
Monday 9 November 2015 | Published in Environment
Muri beach and lagoon are considered the crown jewels of Rarotonga – but there are now deep concerns whether this magnificent stretch of sand and water is beyond saving.
Sunscreen killing reefs and lagoons
Monday 2 November 2015 | Published in Environment
Daily sunscreen use is essential to protect against sunburn and skin cancer, but it may be killing local lagoons and reef systems.
Climate change huge challenge
Thursday 29 October 2015 | Published in Environment
Climate change continues to be the greatest risk to the livelihoods and security of the peoples of the Pacific.
Development plan consultations begin
Thursday 29 October 2015 | Published in Environment
The first phase of the consultation for the latest iteration of the National Sustainable Development Plan (NSDP 2016+) will begin with a series of stakeholder consultations starting today.
WATSAN unit moves on to Arorangi
Tuesday 27 October 2015 | Published in Environment
The WATSAN unit previously situated at the Muri meeting house has relocated to the ICI main office in Arorangi.
Tests reveal lagoon issues
Thursday 22 October 2015 | Published in Environment
The people of Ngatangiia must make some changes if they want to preserve their precious lagoon, as the Ministry of Marine Resources reveals high faecal contamination in the streams feeding the popular waterway.
Lagoon Day promotes change
Thursday 22 October 2015 | Published in Environment
Lagoon Day kicks off tomorrow and is set to inspire better environmental choices in the community, as it has since its inception in 2008.
More pigs pollute waterway
Wednesday 21 October 2015 | Published in Environment
The Takamoa Theological College has been given until the end of next week to clean up the piggery that has been polluting Ngatangiia’s waterways.
Minister requests some real action
Wednesday 21 October 2015 | Published in Environment
An environmental project spanning from the mountain ridges to the ocean reefs of the Cook Islands began yesterday at New Hope Church.
Ridge-to-Reef workshop starts today
Tuesday 20 October 2015 | Published in Environment
A two-day Ridge-to-Reef workshop gets underway at the New Hope Church today.
Schools to present variety of projects involving lagoons
Tuesday 20 October 2015 | Published in Environment
A varied line up of presentations is planned for the annual Lagoon Day event this week, promising a very educational few days.
What is water worth? Decision time looms
Tuesday 20 October 2015 | Published in Environment
Derek Fox, who writes for this paper from time to time was, in a previous life, mayor of Wairoa district in New Zealand for six years, and a councillor for a further six before that.
'No threat to health' at Muri
Saturday 17 October 2015 | Published in Environment
A leaked government email reveals higher levels of nutrients in Muri lagoon, but claims there is generally ‘no threat to public health’.
Certification for organic growers
Saturday 17 October 2015 | Published in Environment
The Cook Islands will soon have its own certified organic produce for the local market thanks to a drive by local growers.
Community declares war on unsightly lagoon algae
Friday 16 October 2015 | Published in Environment
The Ngatangiia community is banding together to clear the unsightly algae darkening the usually crystal blue waters of Muri lagoon.
Whale sanctuary policy goes public
Thursday 15 October 2015 | Published in Environment
The Ministry of Marine Resources (MMR) is starting public consultation on the Draft Whale Sanctuary Policy today.
Historic moment for Mauke unga
Tuesday 13 October 2015 | Published in Environment
Three years after creating a conservation site for coconut crabs on Mauke, a team of government agencies will be able to conduct the first survey of the protected species.
Climate changes life in northern Pa Enua
Saturday 10 October 2015 | Published in Environment
The Renewable Energy Project has brought light to the northern Pa Enua, and the Cook Islands government aims to have the country 100 per cent powered by renewable energy by 2020.
Climate change financing step closer
Thursday 8 October 2015 | Published in Environment
The Ministry of Finance and Economic Management (MFEM) has formally responded to feedback given from the Adaptation Fund panel on its original National Implementing Entity (NIE) submission.
Call to conserve water supplies
Monday 5 October 2015 | Published in Environment
Authorities are urging the public to conserve precious water supplies as intakes across Rarotonga operate well below capacity and the island faces three months with little or no rainfall.
