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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.
Traditional leaders seek direct funding for conservation efforts
Tuesday 25 March 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Culture, Environment, Local, National
The House of Ariki welcomed representatives from an American nonprofit environmental organisation to discuss funding challenges and the implementation of conservation projects in the Cook Islands.
New international body to promote Polynesian ancestral sports
Tuesday 25 March 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Local, National
The establishment of the International Federation of Ancestral Sports is anticipated by the end of this month, bringing together five nations from the Polynesian triangle: Rapa Nui, Hawaii, New Zealand, French Polynesia and the Cook Islands.
Cook Islands Police to restart recruitment to boost road presence
Tuesday 25 March 2025 | Written by Teitimoana Tairi | Published in Crime, Local, National
Cook Islands Police Service is intending to restart recruiting soon to address the pressure they face on weekends and increase police presence.
Help Rotary end Polio – quiz night
Monday 24 March 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
In 1985, Rotary International launched its PolioPlus programme, the first initiative to tackle global polio eradication through mass vaccination of children.
Bridges undergo maintenance
Monday 24 March 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Te Tango Anga’anga o te Kūki ʻĀirani/Ministry of Infrastructure (ICI) have selected bridges across Rarotonga based on the respective structure condition and number of users, to undergo maintenance work.
PAC maintains travel request info from CIIC
Monday 24 March 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Local, National, Parliament
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) maintains that the request for travel expense information from Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) is made to ensure accountability and CIIC ‘must’ provide the requested data.
Cooks reaffirm commitment to Pac-led leadership
Sunday 23 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Fiji, Local, National, Pacific Islands, Regional
The Cook Islands reaffirmed its commitment to Pacific-led leadership last week, joining fellow Troika Officials of the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF), as well as Officials from Fiji and Palau, to discuss regional priorities as part of considerations leading up to the annual Forum Leaders Meeting to convene in the Solomon Islands in September.
Police to hold cyber safety outreach this week
Sunday 23 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Crime, Local, National
Three of the 10 Police Officers who were involved in cyber safety training last month will be leading a community outreach this week, starting with Tereora College.
CIIC terminates contract for Farmers Market construction
Saturday 22 March 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) has terminated the contract of the contractor building Te Tāpora Kai/Farmers Market, with the project about 60 per cent finished. Melina Etches reports.
CIIC achieves unmodified audit opinion for the first time
Saturday 22 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
The Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) is pleased to announce that KPMG has completed its audit of the CIIC Group financial statements for the year ended 30 June 2024, delivering an Unmodified Audit Opinion for the first time in its history.
Top cop appointment in final stages, official announcement imminent
Saturday 22 March 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Local, National
The recruitment process for the top cop position is in its final stages and an official announcement is expected soon.
Rarotonga marks World Down Syndrome Day
Saturday 22 March 2025 | Written by Teitimoana Tairi | Published in Features, Health, Local, National, Weekend
A World Down Syndrome Day fundraiser held at Rarotonga’s Punanga Nui Market raised over $1000 for the Cook Islands Down Syndrome Association.
Chestnut season brings joy and income to local vendors
Saturday 22 March 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National
Several weeks into the Cook Islands’ longest chestnut harvesting season, local women are particularly enjoying the bounty from the impressive chestnut trees planted by their ancestors.
Chamber calls for proactive approach to electricity debt
Friday 21 March 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National
The Cook Islands Chamber of Commerce is urging businesses struggling with high electricity costs in Rarotonga to engage with Te Aponga Uira (TAU) to avoid disconnection while also encouraging for a proactive approach from the electricity provider.
