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Community rallies to support resident’s cancer battle
Friday 7 March 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National
The Cook Islands community and supporters, both locally and abroad, are rallying behind Stephen Lyon, director of Pacific Divers, as he embarks on a critical journey for life-saving cancer treatment in the United States.
Cook Islands women summit sets action plans for key issues
Friday 7 March 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Local, National, Weekend
The three-day Cook Islands National Council of Women’s Uikaraurau summit, which concluded on Wednesday, addressed issues like climate justice, Te Reo Maori revitalisation, NCD prevention and combating violence against women, and outlined future action plans.
‘Heartbreaking’: Mauke reeling after fire damages vital administration hub
Friday 7 March 2025 | Written by Nicolea Mateariki | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands
Mauke residents bravely battled a fire that damaged their administration building, using buckets and bins of water to contain the blaze.
Cook Islands hosts global World Day of Prayer event
Thursday 6 March 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Church Talk, Features, Local, National
Every year on the first Thursday in March, Cook Islands Women Christian Church groups throughout the country join a worldwide movement known as the World Day of Prayer (WDP)/Te Rā Pureanga Maata a te Vainetini o Teianei Ao.
Power of words can stop family violence, says male advocate
Wednesday 5 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands experts and activists travelling the globe in search of solutions for the nation’s domestic violence crisis should look closer to home for the answers, says village council leader Gero Toki.
Cook Islands-flagged ships- there are no illegal operators, says DPM Nicholas
Wednesday 5 March 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Local, National
Deputy Prime Minister Albert Nicholas confirmed that more than 700 shipping vessels are registered under Maritime Cook Islands and from these Cook Islands-flagged ships, he claims there are no illegal operators.
Victoria Park water station for the community
Wednesday 5 March 2025 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Minister for Cultural Development and Tupapa-Maraerenga MP George ‘Maggie’ Angene says he had been preparing for some time to construct a water station near the Ministry of Cultural Development.
Hawaiian Airlines enhances Raro Service with daytime departure, US Connectivity
Wednesday 5 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, Local, National, Tourism
Hawaiian Airlines has announced significant enhancements to its Rarotonga (RAR) service, designed to improve the travel experience for passengers and expand connectivity between the Cook Islands and the United States.
Ngatangiia community voice their concerns, calls for inclusion in decision making, MP welcomes talks
Wednesday 5 March 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Around 90 people attended a Ngatangiia community meeting on Monday that provided a platform to discuss projects that require attention and ensure that the voices of residents are heard in the decision making process.
NZ looks forward to talks with Cook Islands govt
Wednesday 5 March 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National, New Zealand, Regional
New Zealand has indicated to the Cook Islands Government that they are looking forward to discussions between relevant officials on their concerns related to the China / Cook Islands agreement.
CITC Patai Store opens to the public tomorrow
Wednesday 5 March 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
To celebrate the grand opening of the CITC Food Group convenience shop the Patai Store in Titikaveka, the company is giving back to their customers an exclusive giveaway when they open their doors to the public for the first time tomorrow, Thursday March 6.
Cook Islands women unite for healthy, happy and safe homes
Tuesday 4 March 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
More than 60 women dressed in vibrant colours gathered for the launch of the Vaine Tini o te Kuki Airani/Cook Islands National Council of Women (CINCW) three day “uikaraurau” summit at Highland Paradise, the 600-year-old village site that was home to Puaikura’s Tinomana tribe.
Cook Islands must find new solutions to old gender equality problems, says Tuarae
Monday 3 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands
Despite global efforts, the Cook Islands National Council of Women’s three-day summit this week highlights that the core gender equality issues faced decades ago remain critically urgent today.
Local context key to math success, expert tells government
Monday 3 March 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Education, Local, National
A leading mathematics education expert has urged the government to invest in developing its own teaching resources rather than relying on commercial textbooks from overseas publishers, warning that imported materials may not fully support students’ learning needs.
Titikaveka College installs 14 new student leaders
Saturday 1 March 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National
Titikaveka College has elected 14 new leaders to head the school this year with the goal of not just leading but assisting, inspiring and being good role models to their fellow students.
Male-dominated politics lacks women’s perspectives, says Kelly
Saturday 1 March 2025 | Written by Te Tuhi Kelly | Published in Local, National
The Progressive Party of the Cook Islands leader Te Tuhi Kelly is encouraging women to step up and familiarise themselves with the political process, policy making and governance
Ngatangiia MP to hold community meeting post-China agreement
Saturday 1 March 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Parliament
Fresh from signing the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP) agreement between the Cook Islands and China, Associate Minister for Foreign Affairs and Member of Parliament for Ngatangiia, Tukaka Ama, is calling a meeting for his constituency.
Cook Islands seeking New Zealand expertise for Sovereign Wealth Fund
Saturday 1 March 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National, New Zealand, Parliament, Regional
The Cook Islands government has taken further steps towards establishing a Sovereign Wealth Fund (SWF), with officials currently in New Zealand holding discussions with financial experts, Prime Minister Mark Brown told Parliament this week.
Mangaia runway needs urgent repairs
Saturday 1 March 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands, Parliament
Mangaia’s airport runway is in dire need of government funding for improvements due to weather-related flight cancellations and deterioration, according to a Member of Parliament from the southern group island.
Open Day on the French monitoring frigate Prairial
Friday 28 February 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The French flagship vessel in the Pacific, the monitoring frigate “Prairial” is visiting Rarotonga for three days.
