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Families left high and dry as water crisis deepens
Tuesday 20 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, Health, Local, National
Rarotonga is facing a growing water crisis as a result of intermittent showers for nearly a month.
Crime spree hits Govt Buildings, Police investigate break-ins at PM’s Office and Crown Law
Tuesday 20 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Local, National
A series of burglaries into government buildings, including the Office of the Prime Minister, has been reported to police and CCTV footage showing at least two masked suspects is under investigation.
Cook Islands Public Service enhances job-sizing capabilities
Monday 19 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, Local, National
The Office of the Public Service Commissioner (OPSC) held a three-day Job Evaluation Workshop last month to enhance the job-sizing capabilities of public sector employees.
Cook Islands wins US$100,000 grant for women-led ocean research
Monday 19 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
The International Seabed Authority “ISA at 30” programme has awarded a significant grant to a Cook Islands Seabed Minerals Authority (SBMA) led proposal, Women in Scientific Expedition (WISE).
Govt takes steps to protect public from online threats
Monday 19 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Economy, Local, National
In a bid to better protect Cook Islanders from online scams and threats, the Government, through the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM), is drafting a Cyber Security Strategy that will inform the development of future cybersecurity legislation.
Newcomers top mayoral race in 2024 Island Govt Election
Saturday 17 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Local, National, Outer Islands, Weekend
Six new mayors are set to lead the charge after finishing on top in the preliminary count of the Island Government Election 2024, held this week across the Pa Enua.
TAU confirms workplace accident caused island-wide power outage
Saturday 17 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National
The island-wide unexpected power outage on Thursday resulted from a workplace accident during repairs on the cross-island cable, where Te Aponga Uira (TAU) staff were allegedly electrocuted.
Drug bust: Two kilos of cannabis seized in Aitutaki
Saturday 17 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Crime, Local, National, Outer Islands
Police are investigating a drug supply to Aitutaki after Cook Islands Customs seized over two kilograms of cannabis at Arutanga Harbour last week.
Local electronics company claims regional reseller of the year title
Friday 16 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Business, Features, Go Local, Local, National
A local company, CIPS Electronics/Jaycar, has become the first Pacific Island reseller company to win the Australia/New Zealand and Pacific Islands Reseller of the Year award 2023-2024.
CINYC and Family Welfare host Youth Day event
Friday 16 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Young entrepreneurs are invited to be part of the International Youth Day event today at Te Are Karioi Nui (National Auditorium) Domes by setting up their own stalls.
Breach notice served over toa tree felling
Friday 16 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, Local, National
A breach notice has been served to the construction company that cut down 10 ironwood (toa) trees at the Fruits of Rarotonga waterfront in Tikioki, despite the company’s claims of safety concerns and public benefit.
Cat sanctuary expands to educate public
Friday 16 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National
Rarotonga’s cat population is believed to be decreasing drastically compared to two years ago, thanks to the Paws and Claws Sanctuary and its desexing programme.
Vairoa stream clean-up aims to protect community from floods
Friday 16 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, Local, National
An effort to clean and realign the Vairoa stream in Ruatonga valley as well as reclaim neighbouring land eroded by torrential floods is well underway.
Water petition endorsed: ‘We’re one step closer to keeping our water free’
Friday 16 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National, Parliament
The ‘Keep Our Water Free’ petition opposing the incoming water tariffs has been endorsed and will be tabled on September 16, the Clerk of Parliament has confirmed.
Vaka Paikea returns to Aitutaki
Thursday 15 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Vaka Paikea and its crew arrived in Aitutaki yesterday afternoon after departing Avarua Wharf on Tuesday afternoon for an overnight sail.
Significant drop in mosquito breeding sites, finds Tutaka
Thursday 15 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, Health, Local, National
Te Marae Ora (TMO) Ministry of Health’s Tutaka campaign has made significant progress in reducing the mosquito and pest breeding sites with the coordinator reporting that the nation remains safe from mosquito and pest-related diseases.
Public Health investigates online vape black market
Thursday 15 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Health, Local, National
Cook Islands Public Health is investigating possible ‘online black market’ activity following the discovery of three social media accounts selling banned vapes locally
Pa Enua heads to the polls
Wednesday 14 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands
Over 2500 voters are set to cast their ballots in the Island Government Election tomorrow across the nine outer islands of Aitutaki, Atiu, Mangaia, Manihiki, Mauke, Mitiaro, Penrhyn, Pukapuka and Nassau and Rakahanga.
Record number of women to contest Island Govt Election
Tuesday 13 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, Local, National, Outer Islands
A record number of candidates, including at least 15 women, will contest for the mayoral and council seats across the Pa Enua at the upcoming Island Government Election on Thursday, August 15.
Community group challenges Water Tariff Assessment, raises financial concerns
Tuesday 13 August 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Environment, Local, National
The Rarotonga water authority will lose over a million dollars annually, claims Te Vai Ora Maori (TVOM), after its review of the June 2024 Water Tariff Assessment.
