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Vaka seeks shelter in Palmerston
Tuesday 28 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National, Outer Islands
The Marumaru Atua crew have sought shelter in Palmerston from rough weather conditions on their return to Rarotonga from Suwarrow.
Rarotonga-bound cargo ship delayed, import costs affected
Tuesday 28 June 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National
A massive cargo ship carrying goods destined for the Cook Islands is delayed at the Ports of Auckland.
Bergman Gallery opens in Auckland
Tuesday 28 June 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The new Bergman Gallery Auckland in New Zealand was officially opened over the weekend by Cook Islander Caren Rangi, Chair of the Arts Council of New Zealand, Toi Aotearoa.
PM confident economic outlook will be ‘ahead of forecast’
Monday 27 June 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown expects the Government’s books to be better than expected, with the Pre-Election Fiscal and Economic Update due to be released today.
Tourists caught up in drink driving incidents
Monday 27 June 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, National
Two out of three arrests conducted by police overnight on Friday were visitors to Rarotonga.
Ride share services proposed as Rarotonga struggles with visitor transport options
Monday 27 June 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National
As rental vehicles get snapped up at high rates in Rarotonga, a baker and delivery driver reckons a “ride share” service would help alleviate some of the island’s vehicle capacity pressures.
Kiwis celebrate Matariki in the Cooks
Monday 27 June 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National
New Zealand High Commission staff have hosted an inaugural Matariki Ball in line with Māori New Year becoming a national holiday in Aotearoa.
Dog poisonings on the increase in Rarotonga
Monday 27 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National
Temu Okotai from Rutaki says poison killed two of his dogs which had been part of his family for the past ten years, while Te Are Manu Veterinary Clinic is experiencing a significant influx of poisoned dogs on Rarotonga.
MV Seasurveyor at Avatiu Harbour
Saturday 25 June 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National
The first of the Seabed Minerals research vessels berthed at Avatiu Harbour this week.
National Environment Service launches communications strategy
Saturday 25 June 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Business, National
The National Environment Service has launched their Environmental Communication (Comms) Strategy, the start of a journey to deliver communication and updates of the agency to the public.
Rarotongan food celebration expands to week-long festival
Saturday 25 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Entertainment, National
Following the successful Barbecue Pitmasters competition in 2021, the event has been turned into a week-long food festival that’s set to get bigger.
Opera singer reaching for the stars
Saturday 25 June 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, National
Cook Islands opera singer Ridge Ponini keeps reaching for the stars.
Time’s up for Staycations as overseas visitors return
Saturday 25 June 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National
Staycations in Rarotonga have come to an end for the time being, as resorts welcome the return of visitors to the island.
Cannabis, the burning question in the Cooks
Saturday 25 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National
Cannabis laws are relaxing globally, even Thailand a country with a history of strict drug legislation decriminalised marijuana cultivation and possession earlier this month.
Young Cook Island model ready for London Pacific Fashion Show
Friday 24 June 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, National
Cook Islander Tuvaine Samuel is the youngest model taking part in the International London Pacific Fashion Show 2022.
Rape trial continues, Judge back after Covid
Friday 24 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Court, National
A rape trial is back on in the High Court after a three-day hiatus because the Judge had Covid-19.
Licences cancelled, hefty fines issued
Friday 24 June 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, National
Two people have had their drivers’ licence cancelled for a year after being caught driving with excess breath alcohol at police checkpoints.
Bank of the Cook Islands celebrates 21st anniversary in true island style
Friday 24 June 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National
The Bank of the Cook Islands (BCI) has a vision, to become a “full” service bank provider to Cook Islanders, and since its establishment in 2001, the financial institution has come a long way, effectively offering more valued services to its clients.
Caring for our tamariki: Paunu clinics receive timely boost
Friday 24 June 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National
The Paunu clinics which resumed after 18-month pause caused by the Covid-19 pandemic has received a timely boost.
Cook Islands Covid-19 approach praised
Friday 24 June 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Health, National
A renowned Canadian expert on mapping Covid-19 says the Cook Islands can be proud of their approach to the pandemic.
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