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Art competition for Tereora College 130 years celebration
Wednesday 2 April 2025 | Written by Teitimoana Tairi | Published in Education, Local, National
Former students of Tereora College have entrusted its former school to hold an art competition for students who are interested in creating a design marking the college's 130 years of providing education.
Community Police volunteers gifted equipment
Wednesday 2 April 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Crime, Local, National
The Titikaveka Community Police volunteers have been gifted tables and chairs from Cook Islands Police to boost the resources in their meeting house as they work to maintain safety and nurture a sense of security in the village.
Farmers need more govt support, survey reveals
Wednesday 2 April 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Agriculture, Local, National
Farmers who are facing the growing challenges of climate change in the Cook Islands have highlighted the need for more government support, reveals a recent Te Puna Vai Marama (TPVM) survey.
Arikis unite for island development
Wednesday 2 April 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National
Following recent comments by Mangaia's Numangatini Ariki Tangitamaiti Tereapii regarding the government's role in island development, Puna Rakanui, representing Ui Ariki Ngateitei o te Kuki Airani (UANKA), has confirmed that the Arikis across the Cook Islands are fully committed to improving their islands, with or without the support of the government.
Lego builds bridges in Aitutaki
Tuesday 1 April 2025 | Written by Teitimoana Tairi | Published in Local, National
Autism Cook Islands’ LEGO programme, “We do Lego”, designed to encourage student interaction, was launched in Aitutaki for the first time at Apii Vaitau Primary School Hall last Friday.
Author Tom Neale’s Suwarrow journals donated to National Library of NZ
Tuesday 1 April 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National, New Zealand
The Cook Islands High Commission in New Zealand was delighted to attend the handover of renowned author Tom Neale’s journals to the Alexander Turnbull Library, National Library of New Zealand in Wellington over a week ago.
‘If no one speaks up, nothing changes’: Ombudsman Office
Tuesday 1 April 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
To ensure fair treatment, Te Mato Akamoeau/Office of the Ombudsman is changing its approach to better serve Pa Enua northern group residents by focusing on awareness raising and community capacity building.
Australian High Commissioner Smith departs, Hodson to take over
Tuesday 1 April 2025 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Australia, Local, National, Regional
The Australian High Commissioner to the Cook Islands, Phoebe Smith, has completed her two-year term and will return to Canberra today.
Experts weigh risks and opportunities of foreign influence on Cook Islands
Tuesday 1 April 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
As the Cook Islands commemorates 60 years of self-governance, debates about sovereignty and the country’s relationships with Aotearoa New Zealand and other nations abroad have developed.
Autism Cook Islands launches month of awareness and fundraisers
Monday 31 March 2025 | Written by Teitimoana Tairi | Published in Local, National
Autism Cook Islands (ACI) is running programmes for Autism Awareness Month and encourages everyone to dress in blue this Friday, April 4, 2025, for Autism BLUE Day.
Brawl breaks out at Rangatira investiture
Saturday 29 March 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
A loud protest and physical confrontation erupted during the akamarokura’anga/investiture ceremony for Pa Marie Upokotini Ariki’s two new Rangatira, Avatea O Pa Rangatira and Teua Rangatira, at the Pokata Marae in Ngatangiia yesterday. As families and dignitaries gathered to honour and celebrate the new traditional leaders, the atmosphere quickly shifted when a contingent of objectors […]
Cyber safety presentation empowers online blackmail victim to speak out
Saturday 29 March 2025 | Written by Teitimoana Tairi | Published in Crime, Local, National
A cyber safety presentation by the Cook Islands Police to Year 9 and 10 students at Tereora College this week provided comfort and assurance to a student who was a victim of online blackmail.
Church community hall renovations given the green light
Friday 28 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
The Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) and the Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) have granted the Ngatangiia Cook Islands Christian Church (CICC) Ekalesia Sunday School Hall $100,000 in remediation funding under the Rarotonga Safety Shelters Programme (RSSP).
$200k Japanese grant delivers new vans to Are Pa Metua centre
Friday 28 March 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Te Are Pa Metua centre for the elderly has expressed its immense gratitude for two new vans donated by the Government of Japan.
Cook Islands and Czech Republic commit to strengthening collaboration
Thursday 27 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Ambassador Jana Tyrer of the Czech Republic formally presented her Letters of Credence to the Cook Islands Head of State, Sir Tom Marsters, Representative of King Charles III, on Wednesday last week.
Beautification project planned for historic departure point of Great Canoes
Thursday 27 March 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
To honour and preserve the rich cultural heritage of the Cook Islands, the Member of Parliament for Ngatangiia, Tukaka Ama, has announced plans to beautify the historic Avana spot.
Chamber of Commerce launches workshop to empower local businesses
Thursday 27 March 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The Cook Islands Chamber of Commerce will today begin the delivery of the Business Roadmap 90-Day Action Plan Workshop aimed at empowering participants to set clear, actionable goals.
Daycare apologises, refunds fees after mum raises safety concerns
Thursday 27 March 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
A concerned mother withdrew her children from a daycare centre due to safety concerns, leading to a staff member being let go and the daycare administration acknowledging shortcomings in supervision and safety measures.
NGO chair addresses students on climate change
Wednesday 26 March 2025 | Written by Nicolea Mateariki | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands non-governmental organisation Kōrero o te ‘Ōrau’s chairman Dr Teina Rongo was on the island of Atiu earlier this month to present about climate change.
Electricity supplier TAU implements new technology
Wednesday 26 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National, Technology
Te Aponga Uira (TAU) is introducing two new pieces of technology in the first half of 2025, both critical to providing reliable electricity to its 6000 customers, the electricity provider said in a statement.
