National
Beekeeping training opportunity for Cooks
Wednesday 1 February 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Business, Local, National
The Cook Islands does not export honey but the Ministry of Agriculture says they would like to do so in the future.
Education Minister sends well wishes for new school year
Wednesday 1 February 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National
Vaine (Mac) Mokoroa says he has and will continue to take a personal interest in the level of performance of each of the schools.
Tax changes confuse
Wednesday 1 February 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National
Businesses which have received Covid-19 business grants may now have to pay tax on them.
Identifying buildings for disaster response
Wednesday 1 February 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands
Emergency Management Cook Islands (EMCI) surveying team are conducting an exposure survey on all existing buildings including businesses and homes in Rarotonga, and later in Aitutaki.
Debate over Pa Enua tax policy begins
Wednesday 1 February 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National, Outer Islands
Pa Enua MPs stand to earn an extra $200 per week thanks to a new Bill that alters the tax-free threshold for those living in the outer islands.
Cops ‘swing’ back into ticketing
Wednesday 1 February 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Cops nabbed motorists on Rarotonga yesterday with 11 traffic infringements handed out by Tuesday afternoon.
‘We are one family on this vaka’: Tereora College welcomes new principal
Tuesday 31 January 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
It was back to school for students of the country’s national college, Tereora, yesterday morning with a special welcome assembly at the Princess Anne Hall.
Proposed regulations promote multi-sector utilities regulator
Tuesday 31 January 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National, Technology
People could have a better idea about what they’re getting charged for in their power bill under proposed new regulations.
Fire hydrants and valves to be exposed to enable access
Tuesday 31 January 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Fire hydrants and valves which have been buried along the main road from Matavera towards Tupapa have been marked and will be raised.
Araura College’s Lockington takes a break from teaching
Tuesday 31 January 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National
Aitutaki resident Gaylyn Lockington has taken a break from the teaching profession and is focusing on spending more time with her parents.
Owner asked to put his dog down: Police
Tuesday 31 January 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
A dog owner in Avatiu has been told to put his dog down.
Making a splash: Weather office predicts ‘odd heavy rainfall’
Tuesday 31 January 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather
Despite the heavy rain yesterday, cousins Ordine Nga, Gabriella Napa and Nancy Mataio set out to enjoy a swim at the Avarua Harbour.
Tourists stranded as Backlog of flights continues
Tuesday 31 January 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National, Tourism
A backlog of flights is likely to remain for at least another week in Rarotonga, as the Auckland floods disrupt travel plans for thousands of visitors, with some people having to rebook for the end of the week.
Podcaster launches digital card to help people ‘save money’
Monday 30 January 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Business, National
Businesswoman and podcaster, Chantal Napa launched Chantal’s Digital Card earlier this month with the aim to help people save money on Rarotonga when shopping, dining and enjoying activities.
Liquid ibuprofen in stock amidst shortage in NZ
Monday 30 January 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
A leading Cook Islands pharmacy is asking customers to be “considerate” with purchases of liquid ibuprofen following a shortage in its supply in New Zealand.
Marijuana possession laws ‘dated’, says PM
Monday 30 January 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Crime, Local, National
Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown says the country’s laws on cannabis possession are ‘quite dated’.
PM: New High Commissioner to be announced ‘within the month’
Monday 30 January 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in National, Politics
Prime Minister Mark Brown won’t be drawn into who might be shortlisted for the Cook Islands High Commissioner to New Zealand job.
Palmerston in urgent need for diesel to keep power supply
Monday 30 January 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Outer Islands
There is an urgent requirement for diesel fuel to keep power supply to Palmerston Island, says its executive officer Arthur Neale.
More than $20 million to replace dying solar batteries: PM Brown
Monday 30 January 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National
It will cost more than $20 million to replace degrading batteries used to store electricity across the Pa Enua and Prime Minister Mark Brown wants it done as soon as possible.
Nukutere College inducts new student leaders
Saturday 28 January 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National
Ten, Year 11 students of Nukutere College were inducted as student leaders yesterday.
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