National
Lady Moana to the rescue
Friday 22 April 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Along with petrol which the Southern Group island of Mangaia has run out of, more than 100 cartons of chicken and an “old school” type tractor was loaded onto the MV Lady Moana yesterday morning.
Mangaia out of petrol
Friday 22 April 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National, Outer Islands
Mangaia’s gas stations have run dry of petrol with some workers deciding to go on ‘petrol leave’ because they don’t have enough fuel to get to work.
Mauke ready to tackle Covid-19
Thursday 21 April 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National, Outer Islands
Officials in Mauke are looking to use community centres as places for people with Covid-19 to isolate.
Cook Islands considers new sea container cleaning system
Thursday 21 April 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National
The Sea Container Hygiene System used by Australia and New Zealand as a strategy designed to manage the biosecurity risks associated with sea containers at the port of loading and implementation is being considered in Rarotonga.
Workshop teaches traditional voyaging navigating skills
Thursday 21 April 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
Teaching should and must be taught in Te Reo Maori, says Cook Islands master navigator and captain Peia Patai.
Businesses ‘pay above minimum wage’
Thursday 21 April 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Business, National
There is a need to protect low-income earners but the removal of government work subsidies timed with the slow return of tourism is not ideal for minimum wage reviews, says Cook Islands Chamber of Commerce.
Atiu hopes for ‘return to normal’ after reopening
Thursday 21 April 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National, Outer Islands
As Atiu and other islands in the Pa Enua begin to open, tourist operators are hoping for a ‘return to normal’.
New speed guns on hold
Thursday 21 April 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National
Speed guns donated last month to Cook Islands Police are still not in operation as officers are yet to be ‘certified’ before the devices are deployed.
Autism Cook Islands holiday programme kicks off
Wednesday 20 April 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National
Autism Cook Islands holiday programme got underway with a drawing class hosted by local artist Hori Miller on Tuesday at Avarua School Hall.
Easter incidents ‘eerily’ similar to 2021: Police
Wednesday 20 April 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National
The long weekend wrapped up with the Easter holiday period showing little signs of change or improvement over last year, police say.
Fundraiser launched for Raro’s remaining horses
Wednesday 20 April 2022 | Written by Sian Solomon | Published in Local, National
An international Givealittle page has been launched for the last two surviving horses of Rarotonga.
Confusion over reparation costs
Wednesday 20 April 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Court, National
There was confusion in the Criminal Court over how much reparation needed to be paid following a motor accident.
Health staff ‘mobilised’ as Covid-19 makes its way through Pa Enua
Wednesday 20 April 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Health, National
As Covid-19 makes its way through the Pa Enua, Cook Islands Secretary of Health Bob Williams says Te Marae Ora (TMO) staff have been mobilised.
PR applications open
Wednesday 20 April 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands permanent resident applications are open with 140 available spaces to be filled.
Push for return of Christchurch flights
Wednesday 20 April 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National, Tourism
Castaway Resort owner Paul Ash is campaigning for the return of Christchurch to Rarotonga flights.
Cook Islands Maritime Crew back on track
Wednesday 20 April 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
After a minor setback in Western Australia, members of the Cook Islands Police Maritime Division are back on track with their training programme.
Fall at New Zealand port causes death
Wednesday 20 April 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National
A devastating fatal accident at the Ports of Auckland (POAL), New Zealand has claimed the life of well-loved 26-year-old Atiroa Tuaiti who hails from the island of Aitutaki.
Covid-19 cases cross 4000 mark
Tuesday 19 April 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Health, National
The Covid-19 cases have crossed 4000 mark following a slight increase in Aitutaki over the Easter long weekend.
Inclusion in the time of pandemic
Tuesday 19 April 2022 | Written by Sian Solomon | Published in Local, National
The pandemic has made life more accessible for many people through the use of internet technologies, but in the Cook Islands where the cost of living is high and communication limited, people with disabilities continue to feel ignored and abandoned.
Kiwi tourist pleads guilty
Tuesday 19 April 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, National
A New Zealand tourist who inappropriately touched a girl will be sentenced via Zoom today.
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