National

Stick to the rules, warns Opposition

Friday 16 May 2014 | Published in Politics

Opposition leader Wilkie Rasmussen is accusing the Cook Islands Party of coming “dangerously” close to breaking electoral laws.

Politics

Dancer of the Year crowned for 2014

Friday 16 May 2014 | Published in Culture

Pacific Resort Rarotonga activities manager Matt Pierre has been crowned Cook Islands National Dancer of the Year at the 2014 Te Mira Ure competition.

Culture

New Mitiaro fishery officer

Thursday 15 May 2014 | Published in Outer Islands

New Fishery Officer Ngarouru Tou has been in Rarotonga this month working with Ministry of Marine Resources’ inshore division staff.

Outer Islands

Move to help end domestic violence

Thursday 15 May 2014 | Published in Local

Helping end violence against women is one of the main tasks for a gender project co-ordinator being sought by the Government.

Local

Seabed mining: Need to protect environment

Thursday 15 May 2014 | Published in Environment

Attendees at this week’s deep sea minerals workshop heard about the environmental issues of mining on the seabed floor.

Environment

Seabed minerals worth 'vast amount'

Thursday 15 May 2014 | Published in Economy

Mining of deep sea minerals in the Cook Islands could provide an economic return which is at least equivalent to the tourism industry, says a government advisor.

Economy

'Legal' highs banned in the Cooks

Thursday 15 May 2014 | Published in Crime

People attempting to import legal highs into the Cook Islands are warned that they could face criminal prosecution, as the Ministry of Health announces a crackdown on party pills and other social drugs.

Crime

5 domestic violence cases in weekend

Thursday 15 May 2014 | Published in Crime

The high numbers of domestic violence cases and disqualified drivers caught at the weekend are a major concern for local police.

Crime

CIP leadership could be reviewed

Thursday 15 May 2014 | Published in Politics

Election Briefs: Keep up to date with the latest election developments in the lead-up to voting day on July 9.

Politics

Sky-high prices upset market vendor

Thursday 15 May 2014 | Published in Local

An outspoken vendor at Punanga Nui Market is calling on the Government to crack down on other vendors who are trying to sell their huts for “ridiculous” prices.

Local

Coconut trees planted on reclaimed land

Thursday 15 May 2014 | Published in Local

Efforts to beautify an area of land next to Punanga Nui Market are moving forward, with the planting of more than 80 young coconut trees along the rock seawall.

Local

Retailers in for pricing check-up

Thursday 15 May 2014 | Published in Local

Internal Affairs will be soon be carrying out visits to make sure retailers are labelling their products with the correct prices.

Local

Manihiki pearl forum a success

Thursday 15 May 2014 | Published in Outer Islands

Policy guidance for the revival of production and marketing of Cook Islands pearls was adopted at the 2014 Pearl Forum held in Manihiki on Tuesday.

Outer Islands

TAU upgrade for renewable energy

Wednesday 14 May 2014 | Published in Environment

Te Aponga Uira says one of the main reasons it is carrying out a power station upgrade is to cater for Rarotonga’s gradual transition to renewable energy generation.

Environment

More burglaries reported to police

Wednesday 14 May 2014 | Published in Crime

More than $1500 in cash and goods were stolen over the weekend.

Crime

Don't rush into deep sea mining – expert

Wednesday 14 May 2014 | Published in Environment

Pacific Island countries have been warned to take their time and weigh up the risks before issuing their first licences for seabed minerals exploration.