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Ridding Palmerston Island of rats
Thursday 14 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National
Palmerston island may soon be rat-free.
Climate, gender, ocean and 2050 on agenda as Mark Brown chairs Foreign Ministers Meeting
Thursday 14 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National, Pacific Islands, Regional
Prime Minister Mark Brown will attend the Forum Foreign Ministers meeting in Fiji this week.
Careless driving matter finally goes to trial after two years
Thursday 14 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A driving related matter that has been before the courts for nearly two years is being heard by a jury on Rarotonga.
Increased reports of ‘inadvertent or inconsiderate actions’ in our waters
Thursday 14 September 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Environment, National
A warning bell has sounded following the death of an endangered green turtle in Rarotonga waters.
First aid saves lives
Wednesday 13 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National
World First Aid Day is an annual observance held on the second Saturday of September each year serving as a global platform to raise awareness about the importance of first aid knowledge and skills in saving lives.
Marumaru Atua heads for Palmerston
Wednesday 13 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Local, National, Outer Islands, Weekend
Vaka Marumaru Atua has departed for Palmerston Island on a chartered trip to collect the Project Working Group (PWG) who are working with the island community to address the rat problem.
Visitor appears in court following Tourism office crash
Wednesday 13 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
Several court matters were presided by Justice of the Peace John Whitta at Criminal Court in Rarotonga on September 7.
Cook Islands in Executive Council for UNESCO’s Oceanographic Commission
Wednesday 13 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands has been elected to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) Executive Council of the Intergovernmental Oceanic Commission (IOC) for 2023 – 2025.
Cruise ship makes unplanned stop due to medical incidents
Wednesday 13 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, Local, National
Cruise ship Coral Princess made an unplanned stop in Rarotonga on Tuesday as two people required medical attention, while it is understood a passenger on an inbound Air New Zealand flight to Rarotonga died this week.
Agriculture staff in para-veterinary class
Wednesday 13 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, Environment, National
Six Ministry of Agriculture biosecurity and livestock staff have been attending a veterinary summer class, and at the end of the year, the successful participants will receive certification from SPC and the Ministry of Agriculture.
Battling the stigma of mental health across the Pacific
Wednesday 13 September 2023 | Written by RNZ | Published in Health, National, Pacific Islands, Regional
Mental health remains a stigma in the Pacific, but there might be some good news out of the Cook Islands. Caleb Fotheringham of RNZ reports.
Minister denies involvement with South Korean cult Grace Rd Church
Wednesday 13 September 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National, Pacific Islands, Regional
Minister Vaine “Mac” Mokoroa has been quick to dismiss suggestions that members of the controversial South Korean cult Grace Road Church have recently visited the Cook Islands, while others remain silent.
Lahaina fundraising event brings in $10k and more to come . .
Wednesday 13 September 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National, Pacific Islands, Regional
Rarotonga turned up in the wind and rain as part of a combined effort to support the fire destroyed town of Lahaina, in Maui, Hawaii.
Cooks resort group nabs three trophies at travel awards
Tuesday 12 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Go Local, National, Tourism, Weekend
A Cook Islands resort group has scooped three trophies at the World Travel Awards.
A dream catch . . .
Tuesday 12 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Visitors on board a Raro Fishing Charters vessel eturned to Avatiu Harbour ecstatic as they had just become part of their very own extraordinary fishing tale, reeling in their biggest fish ever.
Drug importation accused released on bail, with curfews and to remain in Cook Islands
Tuesday 12 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, National
Two men charged separately for alleged importation of drugs while arriving on separate flights to Rarotonga last week have been granted bail.
College students step up for showcase
Tuesday 12 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
Tereora College students are gearing up to showcase their exceptional talents and creativity in the highly anticipated Tūrangavaevae Performing Arts assessment.
Police concerned about future of road safety
Tuesday 12 September 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Crime, National
Police have raised concerns about the future of road safety in the Cook Islands, with young drivers over represented in the number of traffic infringements dished out over the past three months.
Supporting international charter flights to Aitutaki
Monday 11 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National, Outer Islands, Tourism
Should there be an increase in international charter flights to Aitutaki, basing border officials in Aitutaki will be explored, says Principal Immigration Officer, Chere Arthur.
Upholding the provisions of the Rarotonga Treaty
Monday 11 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, In Depth, National, Pacific Islands, Pacific Islands Forum, Weekend
The Rarotonga Treaty remains a cornerstone of our approach to a nuclear-free zone
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