Outer Islands
Progress on Penrhyn cyclone shelters
Tuesday 9 February 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Outer Islands
Construction work is continuing on two cyclone shelters for the Northern Group island of Tongareva.
Pukapuka lays out red carpet for PM Brown
Friday 5 February 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Outer Islands
Having arrived in Pukapuka on Tuesday morning, Prime Minister Mark Brown and his accompanying government delegation are now in the final stages of their mission to the northern group this week.
Special moment for PM and his delegation
Thursday 4 February 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Outer Islands
Prime Minister Mark Brown pays his first visit to Suwarrow, the largest national park of the Cook Islands, during his northern group tour.
Palmerston welcomes PM Brown
Saturday 30 January 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Outer Islands
Making his first official stop on a round trip of several northern group islands that he’ll be visiting this coming week, Prime Minister Mark Brown arrived in Palmerston on Thursday evening – the first time he has visited the island in his official capacity as PM.
Government delegation heads north
Thursday 28 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Outer Islands
A government delegation led by Prime Minister Mark Brown has taken advantage of a scheduled voyage to the northern group to visit the islands of Palmerston, Suwarrow, Pukapuka and Nassau for a series of consultations on matters regarding Marae Moana, seabed minerals and quarantine-free travel.
Palmerston ‘could not come to an agreement’ on mayor’s role
Thursday 28 January 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands
Executive Officers (EO) for eight of the 10 islands of the Pa Enua have been appointed, the islands of Rakahanga and Palmerston have yet to be confirmed.
Protecting and managing wildlife of Suwarrow
Tuesday 26 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Outer Islands
The isolated atoll of Suwarrow and a life of peaceful solitude awaits two adventurous souls who are expected to travel to the remote atoll today.
Water galleries installed in Penrhyn
Saturday 23 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Outer Islands
Government has completed the installation of water galleries in the villages of Omoka and Tetautua to help alleviate ongoing water issues in Penrhyn.
La Nina could prolong Penrhyn drought and heatwave
Friday 22 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Outer Islands
Much of the country continues to grapple with the high temperatures from the summer, with the ongoing La Nina weather event believed to be responsible for drier weather in the north.
Water trucks, excavators for Pa Enua
Wednesday 20 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Outer Islands
Three excavators and two water trucks were loaded on MV Taunga Nui yesterday for the Nga Pu Toru (Atiu, Mitiaro and Mauke).
Eco toilets arrive in Aitutaki
Tuesday 19 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Outer Islands
The new eco toilets in Aitutaki will provide better facility for visitors especially to the motu’s for lagoon excursions.
Rare bluefin tuna caught by Pukapuka fishermen
Monday 18 January 2021 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National, Outer Islands
The two fishermen could not believe their luck when they landed rare bluefin tuna near the northern group island over the weekend.
Desalination units assist water woes on drough-stricken Penrhyn
Friday 15 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Outer Islands
Government officials are dealing with the drought in Penrhyn by employing the use of desalination machines and tapping into groundwater resources.
Parched Penrhyn receives water relief
Thursday 14 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Outer Islands
A shipment of water has alleviated a severe shortage on the Northern group atoll of Penrhyn, however with no rain in sight, residents will have to continue rationing supplies.
World’s remotest learner
Friday 8 January 2021 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National, Outer Islands
Living on a tiny remote island of Palmerston has not stopped Caroline Marsters from dreaming big.
Penrhyn to dry up in 14 days
Friday 8 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Outer Islands
An island government official said the northern group atoll is dealing with one of the worst water shortages in years, prompting Prime Minister Mark Brown's government to approve an emergency shipment of water and desalination equipment to the island.
The $150k dance
Wednesday 6 January 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands
The Aitutaki koni raoni (dance around) combined fundraising event for the villages of Vaipae and Vaipeka has raised over $150,000.
Barge to leave for third trip to Tongareva
Wednesday 6 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Outer Islands
MV Taunga Nui has been to the northern group island of Penrhyn twice after arriving in the country in November.
Keeping the festive spirit alive in Mauke
Thursday 31 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands
Impending rain did not dampen the island pride and festive spirits of the Kimiangatau village string band in Mauke.
Sudden passing of passionate planter
Monday 21 December 2020 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Outer Islands
The island of Mauke and the families of 49-year-old Tuakana Samuel are reeling from the sudden shock of his passing over the weekend.
