Local
Cousins bring cool treats
Monday 23 December 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Business, Local, National
Tiki Ice Cream Café, the new ice cream shop located near the airport in Nikao, is offering a refreshing addition to the area’s food scene.
Government partners with communities to improve safety shelters
Monday 23 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National, Weather
Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) in collaboration with Emergency Management Cook Islands (EMCI), a division in the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM), has announced the commencement of the Rarotonga Safety Shelter Programme (RSSP).
Police clarify fees for reports
Monday 23 December 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands Police Service has clarified that fees for police reports, which contribute to operational funding, are charged for administrative services.
New Zealand rejects Cook Islands passport plan
Monday 23 December 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National, Politics
Government’s proposal for a Cook Islands passport as a “national identity” to mark the country’s 60th anniversary in 2025 has been rejected by New Zealand.
Social Impact Fund awards $199,825 to 14 community projects
Saturday 21 December 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands
The Cook Islands Social Impact Fund approved 14 proposals totalling $199,825.20 from 21 applications, supporting community initiatives across Rarotonga and the Pa Enua, with a focus on sports, wellness and youth development.
Christmas in the Park brings festive cheer to Rarotonga
Saturday 21 December 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Entertainment, Local, National
Hundreds of locals, visiting families, and tourists gathered at the National Auditorium and Domes on Thursday evening for the annual Christmas in the Park event, hosted by Rotaract Rarotonga.
Police to increase visibility during holiday season: PM Brown
Saturday 21 December 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Business, Crime, Local, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown has emphasised the government’s ongoing commitment to strengthening community policing following a recent attempted burglary in Avarua.
Christmas blessings for community champions
Saturday 21 December 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Christmas came early for two amazing people who have a passion for serving our community, thanks to Vodafone Cook Islands.
Ombudsman advises to better inform public
Friday 20 December 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National, Parliament
Cook Islands Ombudsman Niki Rattle is calling for a public consultation to better inform the public following the Special Select Committee’s initiative to seek public views on the religious controversy around the Constitution and the Religious Organisation Restrictions Act 1975.
Government triples Christmas bonus for welfare beneficiaries
Friday 20 December 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National
The government has tripled the Christmas bonus this year for all beneficiaries of the Cook Islands Welfare Benefit, from young to old, which was normally $50.
‘Christmas in the Park’ brings cheer to celebration
Friday 20 December 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Entertainment, Local, National
The National Auditorium was filled with Christmas holiday spirit yesterday as families gathered for the annual Rotaract Christmas in the Park.
Apii Rutaki celebrates diamond jubilee
Thursday 19 December 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, Local, National
Once threatened with closure, Rarotonga’s smallest primary school celebrated its 60th anniversary yesterday, highlighting its resilience and dedication to nurturing young minds.
Rarotonga residents urged to prepare for continued rain
Thursday 19 December 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National, Weather
The rainy spell currently affecting Rarotonga is expected to continue throughout the weekend, according to the Cook Islands Meteorological Service.
Shell-ebrating creativity: Pensioner promotes local culture through handicrafts
Thursday 19 December 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Business, Culture, Local, National
A retired Cook Islander is making use of the abundant resources from the sea to create unique and culturally inspired handicrafts.
Te Marae Ora prepares for potential whooping cough outbreak
Wednesday 18 December 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health, Local, National, Tourism
Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health is in ‘preparation phase’ as it continues to monitor the status of pertussis (whooping cough) in New Zealand.
Rotaract Rarotonga hosts annual Christmas in the Park
Wednesday 18 December 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Entertainment, Local, National
The stage is set for the annual Rotaract Rarotonga Christmas in the Park event which will be held tomorrow at the National Auditorium and Domes from 4.30pm to 8.30pm.
Kōrero o te ‘Ōrau’s youth programme fosters cultural connection
Wednesday 18 December 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Education, Local, National
Kōrero o te ‘Ōrau’s ‘Ātui’anga ki te Tango (AKTT) youth programme continues its holistic learning activities for youth and families, immersing them in learning about Cook Islands culture, its values and natural environment, to promote cultural connection.
Police urge responsibility after weekend of mayhem
Tuesday 17 December 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Crime, Local, National
Police are urging individual responsibility after a spate of incidents over the weekend, including a hit-and-run in which a 70-year-old tourist was injured, receiving four stitches in her head and multiple abrasions.
Hospital emergency staff treated to Christmas lunch
Monday 16 December 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Health, Local, National
The Rarotonga hospital’s emergency department staff and their partners were treated to a special Christmas lunch by the Crown Beach Resort and Spa a week ago on Sunday.
Local heroes risk lives to save teens caught in stormy seas
Monday 16 December 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Environment, Local, National
Two teenagers, aged 12 and 13, were rescued from Avarua Harbour after they went swimming during the heavy downpour on Saturday afternoon, which caused flash flooding in low-lying areas of Rarotonga.
