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Over 200 applications received for Cook Islands PR
Thursday 19 May 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National
More than 200 Expressions of Interest (EOIs) for Cook Islands Permanent Residence has been received by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) with 71 online submissions pending.
Covid cases sporadic in Pa Enua
Thursday 19 May 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National, Outer Islands
Covid-19 daily case numbers remain sporadic in the Pa Enua (outer Islands), with the island councils confident they have contingency plans in place should the pandemic rear its head.
Fuel prices go up
Thursday 19 May 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National
The price at the petrol pump has increased substantially, with supply issues and Russia’s conflict with Ukraine being two major factors.
Champion dancer planning to bring the ‘wow’ factor
Thursday 19 May 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
Cook Islands cultural dancers will hit the stage tonight for the best, competitive and most entertaining Te Mire Ura Senior dance competition.
New Bill to regulate state owned service providers
Thursday 19 May 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National
Government agencies are set to discuss a proposed Bill that aims to regulate state-owned monopoly service providers.
Maru reappointed as head of Marine Resources
Thursday 19 May 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National
Secretary for the Ministry of Marine Resource (MMR), Pamela Maru has been reappointed for another three-year term.
Crown Law denies advising PM on Tapaitau’s reinstatement
Thursday 19 May 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands Solicitor-General Graham Leung has denied giving advice to Prime Minister Mark Brown over the reinstatement of Deputy Prime Minister Robert Tapaitau, who is facing corruption charges.
‘High number of inmates suffering with Dyslexia’
Wednesday 18 May 2022 | Written by Sian Solomon | Published in Local, National
Dyslexia advocates are calling for better care of inmates dealing with the disorder.
Covid-19 breach accused to appear in court next week
Wednesday 18 May 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Court, National
A man will be sentenced on May 25 in the Criminal Court for breaching the Covid-19 Act.
Aussies go to the polling station in Rarotonga
Wednesday 18 May 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National
Australians living in Rarotonga voted in federal elections for the first time in person.
Friends of Fiji to take Government to court
Wednesday 18 May 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Court, National
Friends of Fiji President Tangaroa Vakalalabure says he has no choice but to take the Cook Islands Government to court for what he views as discriminatory and racist permanent resident (PR) application rules.
Government tight lipped about Tahiti travel costs
Wednesday 18 May 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National
Prime Minister Mark Brown travelled to Tahiti to meet French Polynesia President Edouard Fritch but Government has not disclosed related costs or answered specific questions.
Tapaitau reinstatement could bring nation into ‘disrepute’: NZ academic
Wednesday 18 May 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National
A New Zealand political scientist has described the situation of Robert Tapaitau’s reinstatement as a cabinet minister as “highly unsatisfactory”.
Acceptance and equality for LGBTQ+
Wednesday 18 May 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
IDAHOBIT is the International Day against homophobia, biphobia, interphobia and transphobia, it is the day against LGBTQIA+ discrimination which is commemorated on May 17.
Raising climate change awareness
Tuesday 17 May 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
The National Environment Service on Friday finalised the winners of the Ozone2Climate Art Competition held in partnership with the United Nations Environment Programme and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization.
Cruise ships set to return
Tuesday 17 May 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National
Cruise ships are set to gradually return to the Cook Islands, but with new restrictions on passenger requirements.
Tourists ‘increasingly’ becoming targets of theft and burglary
Tuesday 17 May 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Crime, National
Unsuspecting tourists are again being told to be mindful of security as reported thefts are increasing with visitor numbers in Rarotonga.
Aussies in Rarotonga allowed to vote in federal election
Tuesday 17 May 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in National
Australian citizens can vote in person in their country’s federal election for the first time in the Cook Islands today.
Community spread of Covid-19 slowing down
Tuesday 17 May 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Health, National
Covid-19 daily numbers have slowed down dramatically in the Pa Enua, but Te Marae Ora is still making precautions in the event of a resurgence.
Deputy PM Robert Tapaitau reinstated
Tuesday 17 May 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, National
A seven-month suspension on Deputy Prime Minister Robert Tapaitau who is facing fraud related and theft charges has been lifted ahead of the general election later in the year.
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