National
2022/23 Budget is ‘bit tighter’: PM Brown
Saturday 21 May 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National
In lead up to the tabling of the country’s 2022/2023 Budget on Monday, the Prime Minister gives a sneak peek into what it will look like and stakeholders weigh in with what they want to see.
Covid-19 cases set to spread into unaffected islands
Saturday 21 May 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National, Outer Islands
Prime Minister Mark Brown expects Covid-19 case numbers to spread into the unaffected islands in the Pa Enua as tourists return.
‘PM owes nation apology for misleading statement’
Saturday 21 May 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National
The Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown owes the people of this country an apology for issuing false, misleading statements, says Opposition Democratic Party leader Tina Browne.
Dancing their way to fitness
Friday 20 May 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands
The teachers of Apii Niua school on Pukapuka are moving to funky beats in Zumba classes designed to help lead healthier and fitter lifestyles.
Drone kit to capture Cook Islands beauty
Friday 20 May 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands
A small delegation from Pukapuka-Nassau visiting Rarotonga this week received a drone kit from Marae Moana – Cook Islands Marine Park.
New equipment to detect foreign diseases in Cook Islands livestock
Friday 20 May 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National
New equipment donated to the Ministry of Agriculture will help detect any foreign diseases potentially present in Cook Islands livestock.
Name suppression granted to assault, drink driving accused
Friday 20 May 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National
Name suppression was given to two defendants who appeared in the Criminal Court at Avarua on Thursday.
Crackdown on unapproved helmets
Friday 20 May 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Crime, National
Anyone selling non approved motorcycle helmets in Rarotonga will face prosecution if they don’t comply with legislation.
PM retracts on Crown Law advice
Friday 20 May 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown last night admitted he did not receive any ‘formal’ advice from Solicitor General Graham Leung regarding lifting the suspension of Deputy Prime Minister Robert Tapaitau, who is facing corruption charges.
Pride and passion
Friday 20 May 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
Te Mire Ura senior dancers hit the stage at the National Auditorium last night for an evening of competitive cultural dancing.
Avarua Bakery part of ACI transition programme
Thursday 19 May 2022 | Written by Sian Solomon | Published in Local, National
Autism Cook Islands (ACI) visited Avarua Bakery on Tuesday as part of this month’s Autism events to promote awareness, acceptance and inclusion of people living with autism here in the Cook Islands.
AA looking to ‘restructure’ in Rarotonga
Thursday 19 May 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
Alcoholics Anonymous is looking to restructure as an increasing number of people here are reaching out for help.
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.
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