National
Remembrance Day, honour the sacrifices in war and conflict
Tuesday 12 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Local, Memory Lane, National
The Cook Islands Returned Services Association (CIRSA) commemorated Remembrance Day yesterday, November 11, to honour and remember the sacrifices made by brave servicemen and women.
Government and private sector targets growing cyber threats
Tuesday 12 November 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in National, Technology
The government, businesses and the private sector are preparing and gearing up to tackle the increasing risks posed by cybercrime which has victimised many locals while some do not even realise these risks.
Brown and team at COP29
Tuesday 12 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown is in Baku, Azerbaijan, with his climate change team to advocate for climate finance, keeping 1.5 degrees alive and transparency in negotiations at COP29.
Health pledges USD5700 for investment
Tuesday 12 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
Te Marae Ora, Ministry of Health has pledged US$5700 to the World Health Organisation (WHO) to support new investment strategies set by the new regional director for the organisation.
Religious cults incompatible with Christianity, says local pastor
Tuesday 12 November 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Church Talk, Features, Local, National
Pastor Johnathan Cargill of Celebration Church Rarotonga is cautioning Cook Islanders about the activities of two alleged cults in the country, urging the community not to confuse their doctrines with Christianity.
New CITC Patai Store provides services to residents and visitors
Tuesday 12 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Business, National
CITC is opening a new store in Titikaveka aimed at easing the increasing traffic congestion in the town centre, and to cater for the increasing number of tourists.
BCI signs with the Green Climate Fund
Monday 11 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, Local, National
Bank of the Cook Islands (BCI) is now accredited as a National Direct Access Entity accredited for Project management and on-lending and/or blending (for loans) following a signing ceremony at the Green Climate Fund (GCF) headquarters in South Korea.
Visa approval letters criticised
Monday 11 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
A foreign workers group is challenging Immigration Cook Islands why foreign workers who already hold valid work permits stamped in their passports, need to carry an additional visa letter for travel purposes.
Teacher turnover a challenge
Monday 11 November 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Education, National
Tereora College is reportedly seeing an increase in teacher departures, with suggestions that as many as nine teachers are set to leave the school this year.
$1.4m bridge works in progress
Monday 11 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Infrastructure Cook Islands (ICI) has been appropriated $1.4million for bridge and structure improvement in the 2024/25 financial year and work on most of the bridges hasbeen completed.
Cook Islands deepens commitment to global nuclear safety by joining IAEA
Monday 11 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National
Cook Islands has officially joined the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), underscoring its commitment to global nuclear safety and amplifying the Pacific voice on nuclear issues.
Cook Islands host visits from Chile and Cuba
Monday 11 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National
Chile and Cuba share longstanding ties with the Pacific region, and an accreditation ceremony for both countries was held last week reflecting the Cook Islands’ commitment to enhancing its diplomatic and cooperative relations with both nations.
Faith and fasting secrets
Saturday 9 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Health, In Depth, National, Weekend
This news he had cancer came as a shock to Patrick Arioka, but it also sparked a fierce determination within him. Melina Etches talked to him for this story.
Reduced Risk of Tropical Cyclones
Saturday 9 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Weather
There is reduced risk of tropical cyclones in the Cook Islands this cyclone season from November through to April, according to Cook Islands Meteorological Services (CIMS) director Maara Vaiimene.
CICC defends Council for World Missions
Saturday 9 November 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National
The Secretary General of the Cook Islands Christian Church (CICC) Ken Ben has defended the Council for World Mission (CWM) after claims that a new religious group is pressuring residents in Rarotonga to be baptised.
TAU introduces enhanced safety framework
Saturday 9 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Te Aponga Uira (TAU) has introduced an enhanced safety framework as a result of the investigation into the workplace incident where four staff members were electrocuted and safety concerns that followed.
Justice refutes allegations
Saturday 9 November 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Court, Local, National
The Ministry of Justice has refuted public claims that the legal process which deals with juvenile criminals continuously lets young perpetrators dodge their crimes and punishment.
Reuniting since carefree primary school days
Saturday 9 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
Nearly thirty years have passed since their carefree days of primary school, yet the memories remain bright in those who shared laughter, and adventure in those early years.
Ribbons of hope early detection ball
Saturday 9 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Entertainment, Features, Health, National
Get ready to have a ball! The Cook Islands Breast Cancer Foundation is bringing glitz and glamour to Rarotonga, while raising vital funds and awareness about breast cancer.
First Pacific Aviation Safety Office (PASO) Council Meeting in Cook Islands
Saturday 9 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National, Pacific Islands, Regional, Technology, Tourism
Council members of the Pacific Aviation Safety Office (PASO) from 16 Pacific States gathered in the Cook Islands for the first time for the fourth PASO Council Meeting on November 4-6.
