National
High Court halts Te Puka land dispute pending cost payment
Friday 16 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
The proceedings for the Nikao land – Te Puka against the Cook Islands Christian Church (CICC) have been halted after High Court Justice Dame Judith Potter ordered a ‘stay order’ against applicant Ellena Tavioni and others, who are to pay $12,523.45 with a 10 per cent interest for previously dismissed matters.
Drug trial adjourned due to absent defence lawyer
Friday 16 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
The application filed by Crown Law to admit hearsay for accused Christopher Denny, Charles Tuakana Katu and Tui Mantangaro Tupa, who are facing drug-related charges, has been adjourned due to the absence of defence lawyer Mark Short.
Local electronics company claims regional reseller of the year title
Friday 16 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Business, Features, Go Local, Local, National
A local company, CIPS Electronics/Jaycar, has become the first Pacific Island reseller company to win the Australia/New Zealand and Pacific Islands Reseller of the Year award 2023-2024.
CINYC and Family Welfare host Youth Day event
Friday 16 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Young entrepreneurs are invited to be part of the International Youth Day event today at Te Are Karioi Nui (National Auditorium) Domes by setting up their own stalls.
Breach notice served over toa tree felling
Friday 16 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, Local, National
A breach notice has been served to the construction company that cut down 10 ironwood (toa) trees at the Fruits of Rarotonga waterfront in Tikioki, despite the company’s claims of safety concerns and public benefit.
Cat sanctuary expands to educate public
Friday 16 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National
Rarotonga’s cat population is believed to be decreasing drastically compared to two years ago, thanks to the Paws and Claws Sanctuary and its desexing programme.
Vairoa stream clean-up aims to protect community from floods
Friday 16 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, Local, National
An effort to clean and realign the Vairoa stream in Ruatonga valley as well as reclaim neighbouring land eroded by torrential floods is well underway.
Water petition endorsed: ‘We’re one step closer to keeping our water free’
Friday 16 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National, Parliament
The ‘Keep Our Water Free’ petition opposing the incoming water tariffs has been endorsed and will be tabled on September 16, the Clerk of Parliament has confirmed.
Cook Islands, NZ hold critical talks
Thursday 15 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown met with New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon earlier this week in Auckland where the two discussed a range of bilateral, regional, and multilateral issues ahead of the 53rd Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting to convene in Tonga at the end of August.
Vaka Paikea returns to Aitutaki
Thursday 15 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Vaka Paikea and its crew arrived in Aitutaki yesterday afternoon after departing Avarua Wharf on Tuesday afternoon for an overnight sail.
Young offender escapes jail time in high profile burglaries
Thursday 15 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, National
A 20-year-old man, who was involved in two high profile joint burglary cases in Avarua, has been warned by the High Court judge, Dame Judith Potter that any future offending ‘will deserve no leniency’.
Man caught with cannabis during community service at Corrections Services premises
Thursday 15 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, National
Ngatupuna Ngatokoono Teinakitama, 27, was ordered to pay a $500 fine and serve an additional four months of community service after being convicted of possessing cannabis – marijuana leaves.
Significant drop in mosquito breeding sites, finds Tutaka
Thursday 15 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, Health, Local, National
Te Marae Ora (TMO) Ministry of Health’s Tutaka campaign has made significant progress in reducing the mosquito and pest breeding sites with the coordinator reporting that the nation remains safe from mosquito and pest-related diseases.
Public Health investigates online vape black market
Thursday 15 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Health, Local, National
Cook Islands Public Health is investigating possible ‘online black market’ activity following the discovery of three social media accounts selling banned vapes locally
Pa Enua heads to the polls
Wednesday 14 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands
Over 2500 voters are set to cast their ballots in the Island Government Election tomorrow across the nine outer islands of Aitutaki, Atiu, Mangaia, Manihiki, Mauke, Mitiaro, Penrhyn, Pukapuka and Nassau and Rakahanga.
Cook Islands to celebrate 60 years with extended festivities
Wednesday 14 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Culture, Entertainment, Features, National
The Government has started planning for the country’s big celebration of the 60th Constitution Day next year, including the budget. The celebration is expected to be slightly longer than this year’s event.
Court orders forfeiture of motor- bike purchased with stolen funds
Wednesday 14 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
The Cook Islands High Court has ordered that the motorcycle that was purchased with stolen government funds by recently convicted former civil servants to be handed over to the Crown.
Amended charges expected in drug case
Wednesday 14 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
An amended charge list against Christopher Denny, Charles Tuakana Katu and Tui Mantangaro Tupa is expected to be presented to Justice Dame Judith Potter on Thursday.
Cook Islands tops global travel charts as visitor numbers soar
Wednesday 14 August 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, National, Tourism
Cook Islands has been named one of the top travel destinations in the world as visitor arrivals continue to skyrocket towards a record year, climbing 4 per cent compared with the previous record-breaking year of 2019.
Record number of women to contest Island Govt Election
Tuesday 13 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, Local, National, Outer Islands
A record number of candidates, including at least 15 women, will contest for the mayoral and council seats across the Pa Enua at the upcoming Island Government Election on Thursday, August 15.
