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Children electrocuted, MOCD implements safety measures
Saturday 28 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National
The Ministry of Cultural Development has investigated and prepared a report on the electrocution of two children who were performing on stage during the opening ceremony of last week’s 52nd Underwater Minerals Conference at the National Auditorium.
Herrmann reappointed Secretary of Foreign Affairs and Immigration
Saturday 28 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Tepaeru Herrmann has been reappointed as the Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) for a fourth consecutive term.
Dog attacks on the rise again
Friday 27 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National, Tourism
Concerns about the rising number of dog attacks are growing after recent incidents in which students fell off their bikes while being chased by dogs and a tourist was bitten on the side of the road.
Visiting group Te Mana O Te Rima offers health services to Rarotonga elders
Thursday 26 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Elderly people in Rarotonga will join the world in celebrating the United Nations International Day of Older People on Tuesday next week.
By election date set for vacant councillor seats
Thursday 26 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
A vacancy exists for a council member for the village of Ivirua in Mangaia, and two council members for the village of Tetautua in Penrhyn.
Chamber of Commerce questions TTV water quality and reliability
Tuesday 24 September 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National
The Rarotonga water authority is ‘confident’ in its ability to defend its water quality standards and delivery under the Consumer Guarantees Act, despite concerns raised by the Chamber of Commerce regarding pressure, reliability and potability.
Cook Islands Robotics team arrives in Athens
Tuesday 24 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, Local, National
After 28 hours of travel, including transit and flights from Auckland, New Zealand, the Cook Islands Robotics Team has arrived in Athens, Greece.
Puaikura Fire Brigade responds to eight urgent calls in six weeks
Tuesday 24 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Since the beginning of this year, the Puaikura Volunteer Fire Brigade has attended to 17 urgent calls. Eight of these urgent call outs have occurred within six weeks – from 1st August to date.
Poll: Cook Islanders oppose deep sea mining
Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, Local, National
A recent online opinion poll conducted in the Cook Islands revealed that 66 per cent of residents oppose deep sea mining, while 49 per cent disapprove of exploration.
Tapaitau and Charlie-Puna released to ‘family jobs’
Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, Local, National
Two high-profile inmates, sentenced to jail time in March this year, have been hired by their families through the Ministry of Corrective Services’ work scheme programme.
Geogas prioritises ‘loyal customers’ amidst supply delays
Friday 20 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National
Geogas Cook Islands Limited says its first obligation is to fulfil its commitments to loyal customers, after a rival company, TOA Gas, accused them of refusing to sell them gas during ongoing shipping delays earlier this month, threatening legal action.
TTV defends water tariffs, denies targeting businesses
Friday 20 September 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Environment, Local, National
To Tatou Vai has denied claims of unfair treatment towards businesses regarding the new water tariffs, stating that all properties likely to consume more than 50,000 litres per month have been metered.
New tariffs cause a splash: Free water allocation for residents, businesses face higher costs
Thursday 19 September 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, Environment, Health, Local, National
Residential users will receive 50,000 litres of water per month free under the final water tariff structure announced by To Tatou Vai and commencing October 1, 2024.
‘Bribing my dogs’: Family seeks help to find stolen 21st birthday bike
Thursday 19 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Crime, Local, National
A concerned resident is asking the community to help locate her nephew’s XR 125 black and red clutch motorbike with licence plate #ABB936. The motorcycle was stolen from their home early yesterday morning.
Counterfeit $50 notes circulating in Rarotonga, warns local banks
Thursday 19 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Local, National
Businesses and the public are being warned to remain vigilant after counterfeit notes have been found circulating in Rarotonga.
Parliament Select Committee recommends withdrawal of controversial Cryptocurrency Bill
Wednesday 18 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National, Parliament, Technology
The special select committee looking into the Tainted Cryptocurrency Recovery Bill 2023 has recommended that the controversial Bill be withdrawn from Parliament.
Cook Islands students benefit from Rotary Rarotonga’s generosity
Wednesday 18 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Students across the nation are given a way with words thanks to the Rotary Club of Rarotonga 9920, who continue their legacy of providing dictionaries to every Year 9 student in the Cook Islands.
Punanga Tauturu women’s counselling centre announces new executive board
Wednesday 18 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The newly appointed executive board of the national women’s counselling centre is committed to strengthening relationships with key agencies to improve support for victims of gender-based violence in the country.
Prime Minister welcomes At Sea, Sail Out Rally, rejects moratorium
Wednesday 18 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, Local, National, Parliament
Prime Minister Mark Brown has welcomed the At Sea,Sail Out Rally against deep-sea mining but has expressed reservations about thecall for a moratorium on deep-sea activities.
Local butchers sharpen their skills
Monday 16 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Business, Local, National
Aspiring butchers at CITC are sharpening up their tools, “excited” to be the company’s first students in the Skills4Work New Zealand Trade Butchery Apprenticeship.
