National
‘Everyone was just blown away by the talent on show’
Tuesday 20 December 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National
A good crowd turned out to a celebration of song and dance at the National Auditorium on Sunday.
Soaring fuel costs put Taio fleet addition in doubt
Tuesday 20 December 2022 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Economy, Local, National
The fate of a modern vessel purchased in Norway by Taio Shipping two years ago hangs in the balance as the country’s longest-established shipping company decides the ship’s future.
Go easy on the petrol’ , providers urge
Tuesday 20 December 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, Local, National
Petrol is back on Rarotonga, but fuel providers are urging people to be conservative.
Production to double at new brewing site
Tuesday 20 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
Rarotonga Brewery is set to move from its location on the Main Rd opposite Oasis Energy to a new site opposite The Edgewater Resort and Spa in Arorangi as the company looks to more than double its capacity.
Drunk and violent: Booze-infused fights keep cops busy as silly season looms
Tuesday 20 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Crime, National
Drunkenness played a significant role in violence on Rarotonga over the weekend, and police say booze is fuelling too much unruly behaviour on the island in the lead-up to the festive season.
Cargo ship Lady Moana prepares for final voyage
Tuesday 20 December 2022 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands
The Taio Shipping cargo vessel Lady Moana will today leave on its final voyage for 2022 to the Southern Group islands.
Tourism industry faces spectre of fewer visitors
Tuesday 20 December 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National, Tourism
Tourism operators are preparing for a quiet few months, as visitor numbers drop as predicted.
Tourism set to take on regenerative approach
Tuesday 20 December 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Environment, Local, National, Tourism
The Cook Islands Tourism Corporation is proposing a new approach to tourism and development in the region with a stronger focus on environment and sustainability.
What is a Cook Islander?
Tuesday 20 December 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, National, Opinion
Dear Editor, A bit harsh to say that your identity will depend on one knowing the language (Cook Islands people need to value their language: Turua, Cook Islands News, December 6, 2022).
Risk insurance team meets with PM Brown
Tuesday 20 December 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Business, National
The Pacific Catastrophe Risk Insurance Company (PCRIC) management team recently visited the Cook Islands for the first time to hold a series of high-level meetings with relevant authorities including the Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Mark Brown.
Court briefs 16.12.22
Monday 19 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National
Lawyer no-show delays drink drive case outcome A man facing charges of reckless and drink driving will have to wait for the outcome of a reserved decision as his lawyer did not appear in court on Friday. Tei John Harawira appeared in the Criminal Court at Avarua where Justice of the Peace John Whitta adjourned […]
Sanitation upgrade project given go ahead
Monday 19 December 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Environment, Local, National
The National Environment Service (NES) has advised Cook Islands Investment Corporation that following the Environmental Impact Assessment process, the Avarua Wharf Wastewater Improvement project has been given a permit and the go ahead.
Imua to drop off Aitutaki cargo
Monday 19 December 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, National, Outer Islands
Aitutaki residents are counting their lucky stars after Matson Shipping decided to visit the island to drop off essential supplies ahead of Christmas this weekend.
More rain on the way – and that’s a good thing
Monday 19 December 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Environment, Local, National
Recent rain has provided further relief for Rarotonga’s catchment intakes, with more predicted for the coming days.
Rush to the pumps as petrol crisis eases
Monday 19 December 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, Local, National
There were long queues at leading petrol stations in Rarotonga on Saturday as people scrambled to fill up tanks after almost a week without petrol.
Manihiki schools unite for prizegiving
Monday 19 December 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, Local, National
The two schools on Manihiki, the second largest island in the Northern Group, held their combined prizegiving awards together earlier this month hosted by Tauhunu.
Justice Keane appointed Cook Islands’ new Chief Justice
Monday 19 December 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Court, National
Ministry of Justice has appointed a new head of Cook Islands judiciary to replace the retiring Chief Justice Sir Hugh Williams KNZM, KC.
Rotaract Christmas in the Park a major success
Saturday 17 December 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Entertainment, Features, Local, National
Wet weather and the petrol crisis failed to deter families who turned up in numbers for the 2022 Rotaract Christmas in the Park event on Wednesday night.
Penrhyn prizegiving: ‘Lagoon highway’ to success
Saturday 17 December 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, Local, National
Schools on the largest and northernmost atoll of Penrhyn, also known as Tongareva, had their prizegiving day ceremonies delayed due to the principal of both schools Apii Napa having to cross the immense ‘Lagoon Highway’.
A passion for the Pacific
Saturday 17 December 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National, Politics
United States Ambassador to New Zealand and Samoa Tom Udall is looking forward to immersing himself in all things to do with Pacific countries. He talks to Cook Islands News journalist Matthew Littlewood about his hopes and aspirations in the role.
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