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Visiting diplomats present letters of credence
Thursday 21 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National
Diplomats from four countries presented their letters of credence to the King’s Representative Sir Tom Marsters this week.
Empowering Pa Enua leaders
Thursday 21 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands
The biennial Pa Enua Government Forum, held under the theme of “Akamatutu i te turanga o te Pa Enua – Empowering the Pa Enua”, brought together 30 key government officials in Rarotonga last week.
Connecting people and transforming lives: VSA marks 60 years of volunteering
Thursday 21 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The Volunteer Service Abroad Te Tūao Tāwāhi (VSA) is celebrating 60 years today since the first volunteers were sent out from Aotearoa New Zealand through its programme.
Man acquitted of three charges, fined $550 for assaulting female
Thursday 21 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A man facing multiple assault charges against women was found guilty on only one charge of ‘low level assault with no injury’ and fined $550.
Cook Islands completes legacy waste collection programme for Vaka Puaikura
Thursday 21 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National
Te Titā ki te Titā kore project (whiteware and e-waste collection) for Murienua in Arorangi closed yesterday, completing the collection programme of legacy waste for Vaka Puaikura.
Govt steps up preparations for Forum Meeting, mum on budget
Thursday 21 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National, Pacific Islands, Pacific Islands Forum, Regional
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) says it continues to advance preparations to host the 52nd Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting (PIFLM52) in November but would not say how much it would cost.
Zhuhai Municipal Government assists Cooks with Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting
Wednesday 20 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National, Pacific Islands Forum
The Zhuhai Municipal Government, People’s Republic of China has assisted the Cook Islands Government with audio and TV equipment that will be installed for the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting in November.
Man facing multiple male assaults female charges appears before jury
Wednesday 20 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
The defended hearing for Okaytime Marsters, who is facing charges of three counts of assault on a female, and one charge of assault with intent to injure continues at the High Court in Avarua today.
Illegal dumping continues to frustrate authorities
Wednesday 20 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National
Authorities are continuing to grapple with the random dumping of E-waste on Rarotonga following multiple incidents in the past fortnight.
Compensation claims ‘concern’ and ‘disappoint’ MP
Wednesday 20 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, Local, National
Member of Parliament for Ngatangiia, Tukaka "Kaka" Ama, has raised concerns and expressed disappointment around the demand for compensation at Muri.
PM Brown expected to attend Paris Meet
Tuesday 19 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown is expected to attend the International Energy Agency (IEA)’s inaugural international summit on critical minerals and their significance in clean energy transitions, scheduled for September 28 in Paris.
PM Brown and Australia Foreign Minister Penny Wong discuss flights and maritime surveillance
Tuesday 19 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National
An increase in visitor arrivals from Australia and supported direct flights between Sydney and Rarotonga were among the key discussions held between Prime Minister Mark Brown and Australia’s Foreign Minister Senator Penny Wong.
Apii St Joseph’s principal role advertised
Tuesday 19 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National
Rarotonga’s Apii St Joseph’s Primary has advertised a full time position for the school’s principal.
Policy framework in development as regulations on the table for the management of sea turtles
Tuesday 19 September 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Environment, National
A senior marine ecologist has confirmed the Ministry of Marine Resources is developing a “comprehensive policy framework” to inform the development of regulations for the conservation and management of sea turtles.
Cook Islands coastwatcher recognised in New Zealand
Tuesday 19 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
New Zealand has taken its first step in honouring civilian Cook Islanders who served as coastwatchers in World War II.
‘Work together, find common ground’: PM Brown at Foreign Forum Ministers meeting
Monday 18 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National
It is important to remember that in order for Pacific regionalism to work, we must be willing to work together to find common ground that positively contributes to the leaders’ vision.
‘Our guardian angels’: Terminally-ill visitor thanks community for help
Monday 18 September 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Features, Health, In Depth, National, Tourism
A terminally-ill Australian grandfather, whose dying wish was to holiday in Rarotonga with his family, was faced with spending his final trip in “crippling, excruciating pain” – until the Cooks community stepped in.
Crime rate spikes on Rarotonga
Monday 18 September 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Crime, National
The number of crashes on Rarotonga roads so far this year already matches the 2020 total and has surpassed 2021, as the island's overall crime rate spikes.
Careless driver convicted following jury trial
Saturday 16 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A woman who denied the charge of careless driving causing injury has been found guilty by a jury at the High Court in Avarua.
Turua steps down following spending allegation and drink driving conviction
Saturday 16 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Suspended Ministry of Cultural Development secretary Anthony Turua has resigned.
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