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Major upgrade completed at National Sports Arena
Monday 16 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
The National Sports Arena, Cook Islands’ key indoor sports facility at Tereora, has undergone a significant upgrade to improve its ability to host both local and international events.
Leaks and wastage persist, says Rarotonga water authority
Monday 16 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, Local, National
The issue of high-water leaks and wastage remain a pressing concern, despite the heavy downpour earlier this month that replenished the water intakes across the island.
Over 500 trained in first aid
Saturday 14 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, Local, National
The World First Aid Day is observed on the second Saturday of September, today, to highlight the importance of first aid saving lives.
Aitutaki’s ‘winds of change’ blow for gender equality: Browne
Saturday 14 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Education, Local, National, Outer Islands, Parliament, Politics
Opposition leader Tina Browne has hailed Aitutaki’s Island Council election a success, noting a significant increase in the number of women elected as council members.
Police struggling to keep up
Saturday 14 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Crime, Local, National
Police are urging the public to cooperate as they continue to grapple with limited resources to combat the rising crime rate in Rarotonga.
Cook Islands and China discuss forward co-operation
Friday 13 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Debt servicing, inflation and climate resilience were among the issues discussed between the Cook Islands and China during a recent meeting in Auckland, New Zealand.
ICI to review water policy amid crisis
Friday 13 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National
Infrastructure Cook Islands will review its National Water Policy, endorsed in 2016, to address the growing water crisis in the country, drawing on insights and solutions from the recent Pacific Water and Wastewater Conference and Expo.
Immigration progress online permit system through stakeholder testing
Friday 13 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands Immigration recently conducted testing sessions for Module 2 of ASYPX, the online visa and permit application system, with key stakeholders. The sessions took place at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) from Tuesday, September 3, to Thursday, September 5, and included participants from both the public and private sectors.
Government MP to present petition against water tariffs in Parliament
Friday 13 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National, Parliament
A Government MP has expressed interest in presenting the ‘Keep Our Water Free’ petition, which opposes the incoming water tariffs, in Parliament next week.
Punanga Tauturu announces new coordinator and logo
Thursday 12 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The country’s women counselling centre is holding its annual general meeting to discuss the past year, future plans and announce a new coordinator and logo.
Clean up the Cook Islands Day
Thursday 12 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, Local, National
Te Tu’anga Taporoporo National Environment Service (NES) will coordinate its annual ‘Clean Up the Cook Islands Day’ event this Friday, emphasising the importance of environmental action and also to inspire collective action against waste.
Ngatangiia MP aims to revitalise Muri with police and public toilet
Thursday 12 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National, Politics
Plans are in place for Ngatangiia and Muri to revive their police post and build public toilets, but both projects depend on funding, according to their Member of Parliament, Tukaka Ama.
Paunu Day keeps Cook Islands toddlers healthy
Thursday 12 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Babies and infants on the island of Manihiki attended “Paunu” where their general wellbeing was monitored (weighed, measured and assessed) to track their growth and development.
Tragic past spurs new defibrillator initiative in Muri
Thursday 12 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National
Tragic past incidents where a defibrillator could have made a difference are the motivation behind an initiative to install a new defibrillator post in Muri for its community.
Browne calls for investigation into prison work release programme
Wednesday 11 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Local, National
Recent reports of a high-profile inmate spotted having breakfast at a well-known café in Arorangi raises serious concerns about the management and oversight of the Ministry of Corrective Services work release programme, says Opposition leader Tina Browne.
Graham takes over as New Zealand High Commissioner to Cook Islands
Wednesday 11 September 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National, New Zealand, Regional
The newly appointed New Zealand High Commissioner to the Cook Islands, Catherine Graham, assumed the role yesterday taking over from Tui Dewes whose term came to an end on September 8.
Pu Tapere election challenged
Wednesday 11 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Culture, Local, National
An election of a village leader has been embroiled in controversy after claims that proper process was not followed, and only a few were informed, while a meeting organiser insisted that all protocols were adhered to.
Case of missing Fiji crew member referred to Coroner
Tuesday 10 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Police have completed the investigations in the case of a 22-year-old Fiji crew member of cargo vessel Lady Moana who fell overboard during a return voyage from Mangaia in July.
Charlie-Puna admits to café visit, loses prison privileges
Tuesday 10 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, Local, National
A high-profile inmate’s work release programme was cancelled after she admitted to having breakfast at a popular eatery in Arorangi last Friday.
Ex water boss Manning impressed by TTV’s progress despite past challenges
Monday 9 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National
The progress made by the Rarotonga water authority, To Tatou Vai (TTV), in its bid to deliver quality water service to the residents has left a great impression on its first chief executive.
