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Cooks stand together to stamp out domestic violence
Friday 24 November 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Crime, Local, National
While an international campaign to end violence against women and girls is marked tomorrow, Saturday, November 25, Cook Islands Police concerns continue to focus on the sustained level of domestic violence incidents reported locally, each month.
Electric cars to go up for sale
Thursday 23 November 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, Local, National, Pacific Islands Forum
A number of cars bought by Cook Islands Government for $1.7 million, and used during the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting held earlier this month, will go up for sale next week.
Conserve or be prosecuted: To Tatou Vai takes steps to address water scarcity
Thursday 23 November 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, Environment, Health, Local, National
Rarotonga’s water system agency, To Tatou Vai (TTV), has issued a warning that it has the authority to prosecute individuals for wasting water amidst concerns about declining levels at the island’s intakes.
Sewing tells a story
Wednesday 22 November 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Features, Local, National
Te Are Pa Metua, Rarotonga’s elderly centre for senior citizens, has acquired a valuable creative tool for its members - a brand new sewing machine.
Allan is home safe
Wednesday 22 November 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Allan Murare returned to his home safe and sound on Monday, after 12 days of being reported missing.
Storyteller battles language loss with children’s novel
Tuesday 21 November 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, Local, National
Storytelling has long been a cherished practice for preserving culture, celebrating heritage, and sharing diverse perspectives.
Vet waves goodbye to the Cooks
Monday 20 November 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
Veterinarian Michael Baer has been a familiar face in the Cook Islands for the past couple of years. He chats to deputy editor Al Williams as he prepares for another chapter in his life.
Aotearoa whanau reach out to draw strength from their Pacific heritage
Monday 20 November 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
Aotearoa Marae on Rarotonga played host to a group who were here reconnecting with their heritage.
Te Tau Papa o Avarua: A 20-year masterplan to revitalise Avarua township unveiled
Monday 20 November 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, Local, National
Dignitaries unveiled the Phase 1 Te Tau Papa o Avarua project signboards, marking the official start of the plan which includes infrastructure and landscaping activities to be carried out in Rarotonga’s main central business district.
Initiative to preserve Muri Lagoon
Monday 20 November 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, Local, National
An enthusiastic effort is being undertaken by a whole-hearted community group whose passion is to preserve and protect the popular and beautiful Muri Lagoon in Ngatangiia.
Tupapa blaze sparks warning
Saturday 18 November 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
A shed has been gutted by a blaze following an out of control rubbish fire, prompting a warning from emergency staff, as high winds and dry conditions persist on Rarotonga.
Arthur appointed immigration head
Friday 17 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) Mark Brown, confirmed the appointment of Chere Arthur as principal immigration officer earlier this month.
Search continues
Friday 17 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Police are appealing to the public for assistance in their ongoing search for 15-year-old Allan Murare, pictured, who was last seen leaving his Arorangi home on the morning of Wednesday, November 8, at around 5am.
Koutu Nui calls for systematic review of Cook Islands land law
Thursday 16 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Koutu Nui, a group of sub chiefs, has presented its submission to the Parliamentary Select Committee considering two amendments to the Cook Islands Act 1915, proposed by Opposition Leader Tina Browne.
MV Lady Moana fire investigation underway: Ministry of Transport
Thursday 16 November 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands
An investigation into the fire that broke out onboard cargo vessel MV Lady Moana about 60 nautical miles off Penrhyn over a week ago is underway, says the Ministry of Transport.
Family appeals for help in locating missing teen
Wednesday 15 November 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National
The family of a 15-year-old Arorangi boy who has been missing for a week is pleading for support from the community to bring him back home safely.
Rabuka humbled by support from Fijian diaspora in Cook Islands
Tuesday 14 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Fiji, Local, National, Regional
Fiji’s Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka was humbled by the support he received from Fijians residing and working in Rarotonga and Aitutaki during his weeklong visit for the 52nd Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting last week.
Vaka Paikea takes a dry dock vacation in preparation for cyclone season
Tuesday 14 November 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
In preparation for the upcoming cyclone season, which runs from November to April, Te Puna Marama Voyaging Foundation’s Vaka Paikea was lifted out of Avatiu Port and onto dry dock at the Punanga Nui Market seaside grounds yesterday.
‘No room for complacency’
Tuesday 14 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
A large crowd gathered at the National Auditorium on Sunday for the annual Cyclone Season Prayer Service, as two to three named cyclones are expected to pass through the Cook Islands this tropical cyclone season.
Trained to tame : Corrections staff sharpen skills as security concerns rise
Tuesday 14 November 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
Recent arrests have come as a stark reminder to Corrective Services staff in stepping up to prepare for emergency situations within prison walls.
