National

PM ‘disappointed’ by lack of consultation

Thursday 17 February 2022 | Written by Sian Solomon | Published in Economy, National

Prime Minister Mark Brown says he is disappointed that no prior consultation was made with the Cook Islands regarding Henry Puna’s exit as secretary-general from the Pacific Islands Forum in June.

Economy


Resort loses $7000 from three-day closure

Thursday 17 February 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National, Outer Islands

Travel to Aitutaki is now open after being suspended since Sunday’s confirmed Covid-19 case.

National


Cabinet approves Seabed Minerals Exploration Licences

Thursday 17 February 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Environment, National

As anticipated, the Cook Islands Cabinet has formally approved the three seabed minerals (SBM) exploration licence applications from CIC Limited, CIIC Seabed Resources Limited and Moana Minerals Limited.

Environment


Head Hunters gang ‘active’ in the Cooks

Thursday 17 February 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, National

Notorious New Zealand-based Head Hunters gang has been labelled active in the Cook Islands, according to a report from an ‘independent, nonpartisan’ Sydney-based international policy think tank.

Economy


‘Show the community you believe in equality’

Thursday 17 February 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Pride Cook Islands launched its Pride Pledge programme on Tuesday evening – a values-based commitment that organisations and individuals can take to implement a safe and inclusive culture and environment for LGBQTI+ employees and customers.

Local


Covid-19: Close contacts test positive, may not be 'very infectious' - Baker

Thursday 17 February 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Health, National

Cook Islands Covid-19 count has moved from one to three after close contacts of the country’s first community case returned positive.

Health


Reports on SG Puna stepping down ‘premature and puzzling’

Wednesday 16 February 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Politics, Regional

Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown says any discussions relating to the Pacific Islands Forum Secretary General Henry Puna stepping aside are “premature and puzzling”.

National


Close Contacts of Original Case Test Positive

Wednesday 16 February 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Health, National

Health Ministry Te Marae Ora (TMO) has confirmed that the two travelling companions (close contacts) of the case first confirmed on Sunday 13 February, have tested positive for Covid-19.

Health


‘Thankful for the support’

Wednesday 16 February 2022 | Written by Sian Solomon | Published in Economy, National

The voluntary fire service is expecting its first round of government funding.

Economy


Puna to ‘step down’ as Pacific Islands Forum secretary-general

Wednesday 16 February 2022 | Written by Sian Solomon | Published in Economy, National

A number of pacific island nations have temporarily rescinded their withdrawal from the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) in expectation of Henry Puna’s departure as secretary-general.

Economy


Mangaia serious about TMO protocols

Wednesday 16 February 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands

Since the detection of the first community case of Covid-19 on Rarotonga two days ago, a Ministerial Order was issued suspending all passenger air and sea travel to the Pa Enua.

National


High risk of tropical cyclone

Wednesday 16 February 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National, Weather

The risk of a tropical cyclone in the Cook Islands is high for the rest of February, says Cook Islands meteorological service director.

National


‘Kind-hearted and hardworking’

Wednesday 16 February 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National

Cook Islander and second-year Wellington law student Tearoa Atama Kairua has been recognised for her excellent work as a residential advisor at Victoria University’s student accommodation Stafford House.

Local


Nukutere College prefects inducted

Wednesday 16 February 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National

Since the first term of school started last Monday, schools have been preparing for the indictment ceremonies for their respective perfects.

Education


Calls to formalise high level dialogue mechanism with the Pacific

Wednesday 16 February 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National

Cook Islands, through Associate Minister for Foreign Affairs and Immigration Tingika Elikana has called on the United States to formalise a high level dialogue mechanism with the Pacific if it is committed to deeper engagement with the Pacific.

Economy


Authorities explain delay in Covid-19 announcement

Wednesday 16 February 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Health, National

The Prime Minister and Secretary of Health say they were waiting for more information before they made the public announcement that a visitor tested positive to Covid-19.

Health


Covid tests come back negative

Wednesday 16 February 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Health, National

All 424 Covid-19 tests on Monday have come back negative but the virus could still be spreading in the community, says the Secretary of Health.

Health


Drive through testing to continue today

Tuesday 15 February 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National

The drive through testing station down at Terevete park will continue today for anyone displaying Covid-19 symptoms.


Businesses cash in on Valentine’s Day

Tuesday 15 February 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Business, National

Local businesses cashing in on Rarotonga romance were fully booked and busy yesterday.

Business


Uncertainty in tourism sector

Tuesday 15 February 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National

Tourism operators are sensing a lot of uncertainty in New Zealand despite children aged under five now being welcome in the Cook Islands from March 1.

Economy


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