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National Security policy launched

Thursday 29 June 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National

Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown has launched the country’s first-ever national security policy, calling on for greater cooperation in the Pacific.

Economy


Titikaveka’s Betela Ready to Reopen

Thursday 29 June 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Church Talk, Culture, Features, National

The village of Titikaveka is excited as the Ekalesia’s Cook Islands Christian Church (CICC) Betela reopens its doors tomorrow, following months of detailed renovations.

Church Talk


Jetstar launches new route to strengthen tourism and connectivity

Thursday 29 June 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National

Jetstar, one of the leading low cost airlines made history this morning with the launch of its first direct flight from Sydney, Australia to Rarotonga.

Economy


Cook Islands Starlink ‘users’ warned

Thursday 29 June 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National, Technology

Starlink is not officially in the Cook Islands market, but several users have already taken advantage of its infrastructure.

Economy


Global ocean conservation initiative reaches Penrhyn

Thursday 29 June 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Environment, National

A global initiative supporting ocean conservation efforts in the most remote corners of the tropical Pacific has sent an all-Cook Islands research team to Penrhyn.

Environment


Man on the run for 33 hours

Wednesday 28 June 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Court, Crime, National

An 18-year-old Cook Islands man who escaped from Police Headquarters has been recaptured after 33 hours on the run.

Court


USP Cook Islands to host 5th Pacific Islands Universities Research Network Conference

Wednesday 28 June 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National

The University of the South Pacific (USP) Cook Islands Campus with Te Puna Vai Marama (Cook Islands Centre for Research), is hosting the 5th Pacific Islands Universities Research Network (PIURN) Conference next week.

Education


Tapaitau continues with denials on second day of questioning

Wednesday 28 June 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National

Suspended Deputy Prime Minister Robert Tapaitau has been grilled for a second day by the Crown and continued denying conspiring or stealing from the public purse.

Court


MP calls for more teaching of Cook Islands Māori

Wednesday 28 June 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Education, National

A Cook Islands MP is suggesting there should be compulsory Cook Islands Māori and local dialect teaching for primary school students.

Education


Privilege to be in the Cook Islands, says Australian Governor-General

Wednesday 28 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National

Australian Governor-General, David Hurley says it is a privilege to be in the Cook Islands and celebrate the friendship between the two nations.

Economy


$400k to be spent on coastal and foreshore erosion research

Wednesday 28 June 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Environment, National

The Cook Islands Government is spending $400,000 to research ways of tackling coastal erosion.

Environment


Flight from New York to Auckland makes stop in Rarotonga

Tuesday 27 June 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National

A plane that was returning to New Zealand from New York had to make an emergency landing in Rarotonga after previously being stuck on tarmac for about five hours.

Economy


PIFS Secretary-General home on first official visit

Tuesday 27 June 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National, Pacific Islands, Pacific Islands Forum, Regional

Secretary-General of the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat (PIFS), Henry Puna, received a warm welcome home on Monday, on his first official visit to the Cook Islands since becoming the Secretary-General in 2021.

Economy


World Ocean Day to be celebrated with annual Muri Beach Clean-up

Tuesday 27 June 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Environment, National

From hauling away abandoned motors to scooping up micro-plastics with a sieve, every bit counts for the yearly Muri Beach Clean-up.

Environment


Australian Governor-General arrives in the Cook Islands

Tuesday 27 June 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Australia, Economy, National, Regional

Australia Governor-General, His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley, and his delegation arrived in Rarotonga yesterday morning on an official visit to the Cook Islands. SUPPLIED

Australia


Weekend police briefs

Tuesday 27 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National

Police are calling on the public to provide any information regarding Teau Moana Tangi Taraiti.

Crime


Minimum wage increase proposed for next year

Tuesday 27 June 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National

A wide-ranging report on the minimum wage in the Cook Islands suggests a further increase by $0.30 per hour next year.

Economy


Air Tahiti direct flights resume

Tuesday 27 June 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National

Air Tahiti is reuniting families with the resumption of their non-stop flights between Papeete, Tahiti and Rarotonga which started over the weekend.

Economy


PM Brown to launch Security Policy at regional workshop

Monday 26 June 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National

Prime Minister Mark Brown will be launching the inaugural Cook Islands National Security Policy and hosting a two-day regional workshop on National Security Strategies at The Edgewater Resort on Monday (today).

Economy


MPs worry about Crown Law’s resources

Monday 26 June 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National, Politics

Cook Islands MPs are concerned that Crown Law’s resources might be stretched.

National


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