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Govt financials and audit reports tabled
Friday 26 February 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown was pleased to see the completion of the finalised 2018 and 2019 Cook Islands Government Financial Statements this week.
Tussle over title in Aitutaki
Friday 26 February 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands
Controversy surrounded the otherwise peaceful investiture of Taraota Tom as Tamatoa Ariki on the island of Aitutaki yesterday.
Progress on top cop role
Friday 26 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
A submission to Cabinet on the recruitment of the new Police Commissioner is expected to be done by next week, says government spokesperson Jaewynn McKay.
One thousand origami paper cranes for speedy recovery from Covid-19
Friday 26 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Japan and Cook Islands diplomatic relationship and the Cook Islands Japanese Community will be hosting some cultural and friendship events to celebrate this occasion.
Covid-19 vaccine to be ‘voluntary’
Friday 26 February 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Health
The country’s top health official has confirmed the Covid-19 vaccine, when it becomes available, will be given out on a voluntary basis.
Significant jump in dengue cases as rain delays prevention efforts
Friday 26 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Dengue fever cases have doubled in a fortnight and there are fears it may get worse in the coming weeks due to recent rain which can cause the local mosquito population to explode.
Coconut crabs for the whole village
Friday 26 February 2021 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Outer Islands
The district of Tawa Ngake on the island of Pukapuka this week took part in the wuli kaveu – coconut crab harvesting to mark the new year.
New technology for household surveys on Rakahanga
Thursday 25 February 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Outer Islands
The Climate Change Cook Islands team is visiting Rakahanga this week looking into strengthening the Disaster Risk Management Plan for Rakahanga.
Regional trade deal to create opportunities, foreign ministry says
Thursday 25 February 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration yesterday held its final public consultation to promote awareness of a regional trade deal.
Man facing drug related charge granted bail
Thursday 25 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
A self-employed man charged for cultivating cannabis was granted bail by the High Court on Wednesday.
Ballet lessons for kids three to 10 years old
Thursday 25 February 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National
Brynn Acheson-Nooroa is running kid’s ballet after last year’s success.
Government agencies to fix loopholes after absconded teen incident
Thursday 25 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Police says prosecution of absconded teenager’s outstanding matters will continue as scheduled adding failure to appear will result in an application for a bench warrant for arrest.
Frontline staff will be first in line for Covid-19 vaccine
Thursday 25 February 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National
As New Zealand continues to carry on with its Covid-19 immunisation programme, details are beginning to emerge on how the vaccine rollout will look like here in the Cook Islands.
Heavy rain causes flash floods
Wednesday 24 February 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Weather
The heavy downpour yesterday caused floods, disruptions to traffic and damage to roads in the Avatiu and Nikao areas. And the Cook Islands Met Service says Rarotonga could see more rainfall before the end of the week.
21 receive government SMART economy grant
Wednesday 24 February 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National
Close to $1.4 million of the $2 million available in the SMART Economy Grant has been given to 21 businesses.
Facilitating relationships not recruiting: Minister Arioka
Wednesday 24 February 2021 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National
The Minister responsible for the Business Trade and Investment Board defended the agency saying it's only “sharing information and introducing interested candidates” to an NZ company.
Justice looking into alleged breach
Wednesday 24 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
The Ministry of Justice is looking into the matter of a convicted teenager on probation, who allegedly fled the country last weekend.
Government spending under scrutiny
Wednesday 24 February 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National
As government deals with setbacks in establishing two-way quarantine-free travel with NZ, Demo leader Tina Pupuke Browne is questioning whether government can continue spending to keep the economy afloat in the absence of tourists.
IN PICTURES: Rain, rain, and more rain in Rarotonga
Wednesday 24 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather
Residents can expect more rain after this week's significant downpour.
Fishermen land monster yellow fin tunas in competition
Tuesday 23 February 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Peia Patai won the 2021 Gordon Murray Memorial Fishing Tournament with a 64.9 kilogram yellowfin tuna, taking home $1000 cash and a trophy sponsored by the Murray family, on Saturday night.
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