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Cook Islands continues to advocate for a balanced approach
Friday 21 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National
The Cook Islands advocates for a balanced maritime levy, ensuring Small Island Developing States are not disproportionately burdened and maintaining vital shipping access.
Miss Cook Islands inspires Atiu youth through mentorship programme
Friday 21 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Entertainment, Features, National, Outer Islands
Reigning Miss Cook Islands and Maine Kūki ʻAirani Aotearoa 2024, Ngatepaeru Marie Maoate, is visiting the island of Atiu, connecting with youths through a mentorship and community engagement programme.
Chamber calls for proactive approach to electricity debt
Friday 21 March 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National
The Cook Islands Chamber of Commerce is urging businesses struggling with high electricity costs in Rarotonga to engage with Te Aponga Uira (TAU) to avoid disconnection while also encouraging for a proactive approach from the electricity provider.
Green hydrogen project enters phase two with community engagement
Friday 21 March 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, Local, National, Tourism
Motu Beachfront Art Villas is ramping up its commitment to sustainability as it moves into the second phase of a pioneering Green Hydrogen Project.
Police failure to verify informant leads to dismissal of drug case
Friday 21 March 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
The Cook Islands High Court has released the full judgment in which a businessperson was discharged from a drug-related matter more than a week ago, due to the police’s failure to adequately establish the reliability of an anonymous informer.
11 chickenpox cases confirmed, parents urged to be vigilant
Friday 21 March 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Health, National
Cook Islands is experiencing ‘sporadic’ chickenpox cases, primarily in young children, prompting health officials to urge vigilance but not yet declare an outbreak.
‘Nothing we can do’: Blackrock Preschool prepares for move to new premises
Friday 21 March 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, Local, National
In a push from the government agency, Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC), Blackrock Preschool in Nikao will move to its new premises 30 metres away to make way for the redevelopment of the Nikao Social Centre area into a recreational and social hub.
New tourism venture set to boost Atiu’s appeal
Thursday 20 March 2025 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Outer Islands, Tourism
Cook Islands Tourism is reviewing an exciting new tourism experience that is set to launch in Atiu soon.
Cook Islands host visits by diplomatic envoys for Czech Republic, Portugal
Thursday 20 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Politics
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) welcomes to the Cook Islands diplomatic envoys from the Portuguese Republic, Ambassador António Albuquerque de Vilhena Moniz, and the Czech Republic, Ambassador Jana Tyrer.
Workshop aims to uncover and combat gender violence in Cook Islands
Thursday 20 March 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, Local, National
The Cook Islands Punanga Turuturu Itivaine (PTI) is hosting an intensive two-week workshop from March 17 – 28, focused on gender violence against women and girls, human rights and counsellor training for survivors of violence against women and girls.
Tereora College opens new counselling space
Thursday 20 March 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Education, Health, Local, National
A newly relocated Counselling Space at Tereora College is now open, offering support services for students dealing with various challenges.
Mauke building fire investigated
Thursday 20 March 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands
Three police investigators were dispatched to Mauke last week to look into the Island Government administration building fire on Thursday, March 6.
Te Aponga Uira disconnects customers over unpaid bills
Thursday 20 March 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Economy, Local, National
Electricity provider Te Aponga Uira (TAU) has disconnected services to a number of customers this week who have persistently failed to pay their long-standing electricity debts, some of which date back more than five years and exceed $10,000.
Police reopen investigation into teen assault case on Mauke
Thursday 20 March 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in BREAKING NEWS, Crime, National, Outer Islands
More than a year after a shocking assault on a teenage girl with an intellectual disability in Mauke, police have confirmed they are re-investigating the case.
Cook Islands NGOs highlight threats of seabed mining
Thursday 20 March 2025 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Education, Environment, Local, National
Local non-governmental organisations yesterday conducted a presentation on the potential environmental and socio-cultural impacts of the impending exploitation of the seabed, focusing on human interaction with the environment.
Traditional sports workshops starts tomorrow
Wednesday 19 March 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Other Sports, Sports
Highlighting their dedication to the promotion of traditional sports, the Emo Aito Māori Federation of the Cook Islands has successfully requested the inclusion of Traditional Sports in the upcoming Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture (FestPAC).
Call for island-wide response to taramea threat in Aitutaki
Wednesday 19 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, Local, National, Outer Islands
Concern is growing in Aitutaki over the increasing spread of taramea (crown-of-thorns starfish) in the island’s lagoon, with community leaders calling for an urgent, coordinated response.
Tourism takes action to enhance safety in turtle tours
Wednesday 19 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, Local, National
A recent incident in Avaavaroa Passage has once again highlighted the urgent need for stronger safety measures in this high-risk marine environment.
MFEM defends plans to nationalise domestic shipping
Wednesday 19 March 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands
The Ministry of Finance and Economic Management (MFEM) has defended the government's plan to take over domestic shipping, citing years of policy development and expertise within the ministry.
No cheaper travel options for MPs to the Pa Enua
Wednesday 19 March 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament
There are no other cheaper travel options to the Pa Enua for Members of Parliament that can be explored, due to a lack of scheduled flights.
