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‘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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ultra luxury cruise ship passengers visit Rarotonga, Aitutaki
Tuesday 28 March 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National
Rarotonga hosted close to 200 guests from an ultra-luxury cruise ship that visited the island over the weekend.
Hotelier releases business proposal for year-round charter flight service
Tuesday 28 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National
The owner of the Rarotongan Resort and Lagoonarium is calling for a year-round charter flights service in Rarotonga.
CITC ‘Pump the Beats’ for Tangi Kaara drumming competition
Tuesday 28 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Culture “is the heart” of CITC (Cook Islands Trading Corporation) and for many years the corporation has sponsored various cultural activities and events.
Schools part of Gospel 200-year Celebration: Minister
Tuesday 28 March 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National
Students from schools of Nga-Pu-Toru (Atiu, Mauke, Mitiaro) have been given approval to attend the 200 years celebration of the arrival of the Gospel.
Japan invites PM Brown to G7 summit
Tuesday 28 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National
The Cook Islands has been invited to attend the international Group of Seven (G7) summit in Hiroshima, Japan in May.
Burglars caught on CCTV camera, police investigation continues
Tuesday 28 March 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
A recent burglary at Fave Designs in Avarua has left the owner unable to operate the store which specialises in basics, streetwear, design and garment printing services.
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