Local

Lured in by love: Groom-to-be reels in big on wedding eve

Saturday 21 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Ryan Young and his group of 12 friends and family from New Zealand were thrilled to have a successful fishing trip on board Akura Fishing Charters yesterday morning.

Local


Indigenous Voice Referendum: ‘Constitutional change in Australia is challenging’

Friday 20 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Australia, Local, National, Regional

Australia has responded with a resounding no to a referendum seeking to change its Constitution and give indigenous people a voice. A Cook Islands voter says the result is deeply saddening.

Australia


Aitutaki search and rescue effort highlights need for safety gear

Friday 20 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands

Boat operators in the Pa Enua are being reminded of the importance of having reliable communication equipment while at sea, after two Aitutaki fishermen were recently rescued over 20 kilometres away from the island.

Local


Journalism opportunity in the Cook Islands

Thursday 19 October 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National

Cook Islands News, the daily newspaper in the Cook Islands, is looking for a general reporter who wants to live and work in this tropical paradise.

Local

A gateway to the past: New digitising kit to preserve Cook Islands’ recent voyaging history

Thursday 19 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Technology

The Cook Islands Voyaging Society as well as Tauranga Vananga were gifted a Rokirokitia Digitising Kit by Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision, the New Zealand’s audiovisual archive.

Local


Te Kukupa II repair work progressing well: Police

Thursday 19 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National

Repair work on the Cook Islands’ maritime patrol vessel is expected to be completed this month.

Local


Police develop new system to streamline domestic violence reporting

Thursday 19 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National

Cook Islands Police Family Violence unit has developed a new reporting template to better streamline domestic violence complaints.

Local


Medicinal cannabis campaigner calls for … ‘Common sense’ approach

Thursday 19 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Health, Local, National

Medicinal cannabis campaigner Steve Boggs is calling on Te Marae Ora to take a “common sense” approach and follow New Zealand in allowing over-the counter sales of cannabidiol (CBD) products.

Health


Aitutaki residents frustrated by ‘chronic’ water shortage crisis

Thursday 19 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, Health, Local, National, Outer Islands

Aitutaki residents are frustrated by the ongoing water shortage crisis on the island, as some households face extended periods of water cuts lasting up to four weeks and more.

Environment


Ngamaru Tupuna Ariki wins court case to confirm her title

Wednesday 18 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands

Tupuna Moeroa Ngamaru has been granted her application to the High Court to be confirmed as the elected Ngamaru Ariki of the Ngati Te Akatauira tribe, of Enuamanu Atiu.

Local


Police say serious domestic violence cases running at just under 26%

Wednesday 18 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Local, National

Police have said that serious cases involving assault in domestic violence cases are running at just under 26 per cent. This is the trajectory of figures for 2023.

Crime


Rarotonga International Airport parking system back online after $17,000 repair

Wednesday 18 October 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National

The automated parking control system at the Rarotonga International Airport is back in service after being down since the start of the year.

Local


New digitising kits to preserve and promote Cook Islands history and culture

Wednesday 18 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Local, National

Thanks to the introduction of new digitising kits, Cook Islands history and culture can now be preserved and promoted, ensuring that future generations have the opportunity to explore and understand them.

Culture


Remaining residents on their way home: MFAI

Tuesday 17 October 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National

The remaining Cook Islands residents who were stranded in Jerusalem have made it out of Israel as the Israel-Hamas war rages on.

Local


Prayer for Israel: Pilgrims recount Israel-Hamas war experience

Tuesday 17 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Church Talk, Features, Local, National, Weekend

A special prayer session for the people of Israel will be held at Terevete Park in Avarua tomorrow night. A Cook Islands couple who returned home from Israel after making it out of the war-torn country in the wake of an unprecedented attack by Hamas is calling on people to come together and pray for families that have been affected.

Church Talk


MFAI secures seat on NZ flight to bring home remaining residents

Saturday 14 October 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National, Tourism

The remaining 28 Cook Islands residents in Jerusalem were set to fly out of Tel Aviv early this morning as the Israel-Hamas war enters its eighth day. Rashneel Kumar reports.

Local


Pink Ribbon Day awareness: Early detection is key

Saturday 14 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, Local, National

In a global effort to raise awareness on breast cancer, October has been designated as Pink Month. During this time, there are efforts to educate the public about the disease, including early identification and the signs and symptoms of breast cancer.

Health


World Food Day event celebrates Cook Islands produce and culture

Saturday 14 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

The Ministry of Agriculture’s World Food Day event at Terevete Park yesterday drew over 55 stallholders selling a variety of fresh produce, plants, and crafts.

Local


New Ombudsman Office provides inclusive and accessible space for all

Friday 13 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

In a significant step towards inclusivity and equal access to justice, the new Te Mata Akamoeau Ombudsman Office opened yesterday, providing a warm and welcoming space for everyone, including people with disabilities, to seek and receive assistance.

Local


TAU digital billing starts

Friday 13 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Local, National

As of October 4, Rarotonga electricity company Te Aponga Uira (TAU) moved to full digital billing with a combination of actual and estimated metre readings.

Economy


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