National
Opposition calls on Government to Boost Covid-19 tracing ability
Monday 18 January 2021 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health, National
The Opposition Democratic Party has welcomed quarantine free travel into New Zealand but is calling on government not to rush into two-way travel bubble.
Rare bluefin tuna caught by Pukapuka fishermen
Monday 18 January 2021 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National, Outer Islands
The two fishermen could not believe their luck when they landed rare bluefin tuna near the northern group island over the weekend.
Concern over ‘added flexibility’ to travel bubble with NZ
Monday 18 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Democratic Party leader Tina Browne is calling for diligence regarding the one-way quarantine free travel bubble with New Zealand.
Defence lawyers request for judge alone trials
Monday 18 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Chief Justice Sir Hugh Williams QC presided over High Court matters via video link on Friday and began to clear a case backlog.
Beneath the surface, you’re beautiful
Saturday 16 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Environment, National
The owner of a local dive shop has spotted new coral growth off the coast near Nikao, which he believes indicates progress in rehabilitating Rarotonga's lagoon and coastal environment.
Foreign nationals can travel, visa process unclear
Saturday 16 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
New Zealand government officials have confirmed all foreign nationals currently in the Cook Islands will be permitted to travel to New Zealand without having to undergo 14 days of quarantine in a managed isolation facility.
‘Jumpstart January’ for market vendors
Saturday 16 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Punanga Nui Market has waived fees for its vendors in a bid to bring life back to the top local attraction in the absence of tourists due to Covid-19 travel restrictions.
Police record drop in burglary incidents
Saturday 16 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Police capped off last year with an annual total of 90 reported burglary incidents – the lowest for at least eight years.
Prospects for seabed exploration move forward in Cooks
Saturday 16 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National
As the government's exploration application process moves forward, a local environmental NGO is recommending only a “very small area” be given out at first for seabed mining exploration in order to determine potential impacts.
Superfund role aims for growth
Saturday 16 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local
The Cook Islands National Superannuation Fund is aiming to bolster its investment strategy capabilities with a new hire that has recently joined its management team.
Extra weekly flight added to Air New Zealand's schedule after one-way bubble announcement
Friday 15 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
Air New Zealand has added an extra flight to its weekly schedule in advance of quarantine free travel for residents and valid visa holders currently in the Cook Islands.
Residents welcome quarantine free travel to NZ
Friday 15 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Residents are reacting positively to this week's announcement of quarantine-free travel to New Zealand.
Desalination units assist water woes on drough-stricken Penrhyn
Friday 15 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Outer Islands
Government officials are dealing with the drought in Penrhyn by employing the use of desalination machines and tapping into groundwater resources.
Quarantine-free travel for Cooks travellers "a move in the right direction"
Friday 15 January 2021 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National
Local tourism industry stakeholders are hoping news of a two-way travel bubble is “not too far away” following Thursdays announcement of quarantine free travel into New Zealand for Cook Islanders and valid visa holders.
Investigations into fire incidents ‘ongoing’
Friday 15 January 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Two tankers from the Takitumu Volunteer fire brigade and two trucks from the Puaikura Volunteer fire services were dispatched to attend the house fire on the Arorangi hillside on Wednesday afternoon.
Quarantine-free travel for Cook Islanders to New Zealand
Thursday 14 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown and New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern have announced that passengers from the Cook Islands can resume quarantine-free travel into New Zealand from as of 21 January.
Housing units razed to the ground in Arorangi blaze
Thursday 14 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Housing units located along on the Highland Paradise hillside road in Arorangi were completely destroyed in a mid-afternoon fire yesterday.
130 veils for Mama Tu Tutakiao
Thursday 14 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
One hundred and thirty veils were unveiled for the headstone of the late Ngatuapikepike Tutakiao BEM who was also fondly known as Mama Tu.
Ombudsman’s Office looking to bolster investigations
Thursday 14 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
The Office of the Ombudsman is looking for a suitable energetic and innovative person to fill the vacant position of an investigations officer.
Police records high number of minor offences
Thursday 14 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Almost 160 minor offence notices for traffic infringements were issued by police in the two-week festive season of 2020.
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