Outer Islands
Government plans to introduce low interest home loans scheme
Sunday 5 February 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National, Outer Islands
The Government is still considering offering low-interest loans to first-time home buyers to encourage them into the market.
Identifying buildings for disaster response
Wednesday 1 February 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands
Emergency Management Cook Islands (EMCI) surveying team are conducting an exposure survey on all existing buildings including businesses and homes in Rarotonga, and later in Aitutaki.
Debate over Pa Enua tax policy begins
Wednesday 1 February 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National, Outer Islands
Pa Enua MPs stand to earn an extra $200 per week thanks to a new Bill that alters the tax-free threshold for those living in the outer islands.
Palmerston in urgent need for diesel to keep power supply
Monday 30 January 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Outer Islands
There is an urgent requirement for diesel fuel to keep power supply to Palmerston Island, says its executive officer Arthur Neale.
Pa Enua tax relief first order of business: PM
Saturday 28 January 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National, Outer Islands
One of the first businesses of the new Government in Parliament will be to introduce tax relief for those living in the Pa Enua, says Prime Minister Mark Brown.
Arutanga Koni Raoni fundraiser collects over $60,000
Tuesday 10 January 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands
Oire Arutanga on Aitutaki wrapped up the island’s Koni Raoni event for the festive period.
Inconsistent power supply frustrates Pukapuka residents
Monday 9 January 2023 | Written by RNZ | Published in National, Outer Islands
There is a growing frustration amongst residents of Pukapuka over the ongoing power failure issue affecting the northern group island for the past two years.
Aitutaki water runs low
Friday 30 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands
Aitutaki is again experiencing a dry spell as the island grapples with ongoing water rationing issues.
Aitutaki’s Oire Reureu raises $69,000 from annual Koni Raoni
Friday 30 December 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Entertainment, Features, Local, National, Outer Islands
Oire Reureu has raised a whopping $69,000 in the popular annual Koni Raoni festive celebrations held on Boxing Day on the island of Aitutaki.
Pa Enua visitors keep Air Raro busy
Thursday 22 December 2022 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands, Tourism
While Air Rarotonga festive season flights to the Southern Group islands aren’t quite as busy as in the pre-Covid epidemic years, they’re still running at a good level, says the airline’s founder and chief executive, Ewan Smith.
Brown receives Apii Mauke Dux award
Thursday 22 December 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National, Outer Islands
Tupuna Brown was awarded the Apii Mauke 2022 Dux of the Year award at the school’s ‘Oraanga Re na te Tamariki’ Prizegiving Day held last week.
Cargo ship Lady Moana prepares for final voyage
Tuesday 20 December 2022 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands
The Taio Shipping cargo vessel Lady Moana will today leave on its final voyage for 2022 to the Southern Group islands.
Imua to drop off Aitutaki cargo
Monday 19 December 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, National, Outer Islands
Aitutaki residents are counting their lucky stars after Matson Shipping decided to visit the island to drop off essential supplies ahead of Christmas this weekend.
Aitutaki’s Xmas supplies in limbo
Saturday 17 December 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, Local, National, Outer Islands
Shipping delays and cancellation caused by bad weather has put Aitutaki’s Christmas plans on hold.
Expo offers Antarctic experience to islanders
Saturday 10 December 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Education, National, Outer Islands
Being able to step from the sweltering sandy climate of the Cook Islands into the freezing environs of the Antarctic will be a novelty for the community of Aitutaki.
Kids join in for good catch at Mauke fishing event
Wednesday 30 November 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands
The first Don Beer Akatokamanava/Mauke Reef and Open Water fishing competition has seen the weighing in of good yellow fin tuna catches.
Mauke Soldier Search Mission a success
Wednesday 23 November 2022 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Culture, Local, National, Outer Islands
The burial sites of up to 23 Cook Islands World War I soldiers on the island of Mauke have been identified.
Young voyagers ready to put knowledge and skills into action
Wednesday 23 November 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National, Outer Islands
Vaka Marumaru Atua will set sail for Atiu on Wednesday, with many of the younger members onboard putting all their practice into action.
Livestock owners warned of disease risks
Wednesday 23 November 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Environment, National, Outer Islands
Farmers have been warned to be on the lookout for African swine fever (ASF) and foot and mouth disease (FMD).
Palmerston community and partners rally to rid the island of rats
Saturday 19 November 2022 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Environment, National, Outer Islands
Invasive species such as rats pose a threat to island biodiversity. They can impact nesting seabirds and turtles as well as native plants by feeding on native seeds.
