National

Security service says CCTV not enough to prevent crimes

Friday 31 March 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Local, National

Cook Islands Security owner Chris Denny says CCTV cameras are not enough to stop or prevent people from breaking into a business premises or accommodations.

Crime


Cook Islands welcomes UN resolution on climate justice

Friday 31 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Environment, National

The Cook Islands Government has welcomed a landmark resolution calling for the International Court of Justice (ICJ), the world’s highest court, to issue an advisory opinion on climate change.

Environment


Students share their enviro concerns with authorities

Friday 31 March 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Education, National

There was robust debate as Tereora College students tackled the question of whether the environment is well protected for future generations.

Education


PM Brown meets US Secretary of State in Washington, DC

Friday 31 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National

Prime Minister Mark Brown yesterday met the United States Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken and Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman in a whistle-stop visit to Washington, DC.

Economy


Tourist visa to be extended

Friday 31 March 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National, Tourism

Visitors to the Cook Islands will be able to extend their stay for up to a year under a new regulation being finalised by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI). The move has been welcomed by the country’s tourism industry.

Economy


Facing the future with confidence

Thursday 30 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

In the face of widespread economic strain, national conflicts, and social unrest, confidence in the future is at an all-time low in many countries including the Cook Islands. Against this backdrop of pessimism, a special global programme featuring the theme, “You Can Face the Future with Confidence!” will be held on the weekend of April […]

Local


‘Embracing the amazing’ for Autism

Thursday 30 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, Local, National

For Autism Cook Islands (ACI) family networking is all about families coming together for fellowship in a fun and safe environment.

Health


Aitutaki Gospel commemorations continue

Thursday 30 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Te Arikianga o te Evangelia, the Arrival of the Gospel to the village of Vaipae, Aitutaki will be commemorated today with a special plaque unveiling to mark the date the Gospel was received on March 30, 1823.

Local


More rain expected as heavy downpours pound Rarotonga

Thursday 30 March 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Weather

Rainfall collected in Rarotonga this month has been significantly higher than last month, says Meteorological Service operational observer Nathan Tisam.

Weather


Highest EBA reading recorded in five years: Police

Thursday 30 March 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National

Cook Islands Police have recorded the highest reading of excess breath alcohol in at least five years, says media spokesperson Trevor Pitt.

Crime


Parliament to sit for more than 40 days

Thursday 30 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Politics

Over 40 days - a massive improvement on the number of Parliament sittings, have been marked down in the ‘Draft Sitting Programme’ calendar which has been set by the Business Committee.

Local


Reports of ‘overcrowding’ as turtle tour guidelines still pending following delays

Thursday 30 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Environment, National

Turtle tour operators are worried about overcrowding as the Ministry of Marine Resources is still in the final stages of signing off guidelines.

Environment


Cook Islands chairing regional conference on sea level rise

Wednesday 29 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National

Cook Islands High Commissioner to Fiji Jim Armistead is chairing a Pacific Islands Forum conference gathering of top global minds on international law in Fiji this week, putting the spotlight on sea level rise as it implicates statehood and persons.

Environment


Managing tourism ‘better’

Wednesday 29 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National, Tourism

A consortium will travel to Hawaii to learn about implementing the concept of regenerative tourism.

Economy


Vandal claims his drinks were spiked

Wednesday 29 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, National

A man given a suspended sentence for damaging the entrance of the Bank of the Cook Islands in a drunken state claims his drinks were spiked.

Court


Man who defended himself in High Court found guilty

Wednesday 29 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, National

A man who defended himself against multiple violence convictions has been found guilty on all counts.

Court


ICI confirms $90,000 spent on Apii Takitumu ‘Guardrail Fence’

Wednesday 29 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National

Infrastructure Cook Islands (ICI) has likely spent close to $90,000 to install a protective fence on Apii Takitumu grounds.

Education


Rarotonga farmers battle over potential sludge trial

Wednesday 29 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National

A meeting to discuss potential use of sludge from the new water treatment system came to an abrupt halt yesterday afternoon when tempers erupted between farmers who opposed and supported the idea.

Environment


Vaipae gears up for the ‘big day’ of Te Arikianga o te Evangelia

Tuesday 28 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands

Family and friends from overseas have gathered in Vaipae, Aitutaki to celebrate the 200 years of ‘Te Arikianga o te Evangelia - the Arrival of the Gospel’ this week.

Local


Radiothon raises funds for Takuvaine Meeting House

Tuesday 28 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

The village of Takuvaine gratefully received $20,550 through the efforts of a radiothon held last month to raise funds for the 200-year Arrival of the Gospel Bicentennial celebrations to Rarotonga which will be held in July.

Local


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