Local

Cook Islanders attend US-Pacific Institute for Rising Leaders Fellowship

Tuesday 3 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, Local, National

Cook Islanders Jackie Rongo and Pekalani Fisher are in Washington DC attending the inaugural US-Pacific Institute for Rising Leaders Fellowship.

Education


Tou Travel Ariki re-elected president of Te Are Ariki

Friday 29 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Local, National

Te Kaumaiti Nui, Tou Travel Ariki, has been re-elected as president of Te Are Ariki (House of Ariki) for another four-year term. This will be his last term in the role.

Culture


Donated bicycles boost traffic on Penrhyn’s white coral roads

Friday 29 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Traffic has increased on the white coral roads in the northern group island of Penrhyn in both the communities of Tetautua and Omoka.

Local


Cook Islands Breast Cancer Foundation gears up for Awareness Month

Friday 29 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

October is International Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the Cook Islands Breast Cancer Foundation (CIBCF) has been out and about for many years in Rarotonga raising awareness of breast cancer and its effects on women and the community.

Local


Dreadlocks shaved for Cook Islands’ only vet clinic

Thursday 28 September 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Local, National

An Australian veterinarian who volunteered in the Cook Islands 13 years ago has shaved off his dreadlocks to raise more than $3000 for the island nation’s only vet clinic.

Local


Bank to launch Christmas gift drive for less fortunate children

Thursday 28 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National

An initiative to put a smile on less fortunate Cook Islands children this Christmas is set to launch next week.

Local


Government wants $1000 for requested information on politicians’ travel costs

Wednesday 27 September 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National

Government wants to be paid more than $1000 for a breakdown of what it costs taxpayers to fund the travel of politicians, but it’s decision to charge for the information doesn’t wash with the Ombudsman.

Local


Statement expected next week on medicinal cannabis : Prime Minister’s Office

Wednesday 27 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Health, Local, National

The final draft report and a plan for a medicinal cannabis regime has been completed, says Office of the Prime Minister chief of staff Ben Ponia.

Economy


Te Are Ariki - moving forward

Wednesday 27 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Local, National

Te Are Ariki (House of Ariki) three-day annual general meeting which also includes the attendance of the Ariki vaatuatua or kauono (speakers), is underway at Parliament House.

Culture


People with disabilities collaborate with responders on fire safety

Sunday 24 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Through a request from the Cook Islands National Disability Council (CINDC), Mirren Allan and Nick Linton, both Fire Emergency New Zealand senior advisors, are conducting programmes across the island on readiness, preparedness, and response to fires.

Local


No specific details available as New Head of State residence concept goes out to tender

Friday 22 September 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, Local, National

A new Head of State residence is on the table for Rarotonga, but it’s unclear when, where and what it’s going to cost.

Economy

VSA celebrates 60 years of service with original volunteer

Friday 22 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Sue Ngatokorua, one of the first Volunteer Service Abroad Te Tūao Tāwāhi (VSA) volunteers to be sent to the Cook Islands in 1977, attended the organisation’s 60th anniversary celebration in Avarua yesterday.

Local


Lack of defensive driving courses queried

Friday 22 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Local, National

A visiting Judge has asked why defensive driving is not an option in the Cook Islands following police concerns about the future of road safety in the nation.

Court


Connecting people and transforming lives: VSA marks 60 years of volunteering

Thursday 21 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

The Volunteer Service Abroad Te Tūao Tāwāhi (VSA) is celebrating 60 years today since the first volunteers were sent out from Aotearoa New Zealand through its programme.

Local


Compensation claims ‘concern’ and ‘disappoint’ MP

Wednesday 20 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, Local, National

Member of Parliament for Ngatangiia, Tukaka "Kaka" Ama, has raised concerns and expressed disappointment around the demand for compensation at Muri.

Economy


Cook Islands coastwatcher recognised in New Zealand

Tuesday 19 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

New Zealand has taken its first step in honouring civilian Cook Islanders who served as coastwatchers in World War II.

Local


Turua steps down following spending allegation and drink driving conviction

Saturday 16 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

Suspended Ministry of Cultural Development secretary Anthony Turua has resigned.

Local


Retailers voice ‘egg-pectations’ as ongoing egg shortage is ‘no yolk’

Saturday 16 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Local, National

The main issue behind egg shortages on Rarotonga is importation laws, says CITC Food Group Manager, Jason Burgess.

Economy


Preserving memories in Puaikura

Friday 15 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Vaka Puaikura are preserving their memories in time capsules.

Local


‘Mosquito coil’ linked to blaze which gutted Nikao residence

Friday 15 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Crime, Local, National

A mosquito coil in the bedroom of a Nikao home could be behind a blaze which gutted a Nikao residence.

Crime


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