National
PM Brown: Japan’s nuclear wastewater discharge not a breach of Rarotonga Treaty
Monday 22 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National
Cook Islands Prime Minister and Pacific Islands Forum chairman Mark Brown says Japan’s discharge of treated nuclear wastewater into the Pacific Ocean does not violate the Rarotonga Treaty.
Search continues for crew member who fell overboard Lady Moana
Monday 22 July 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Crime, Local, National, Outer Islands
A Search and Rescue (SAR) mission continues this morning for a 22-year-old Fijian crew member who fell overboard from the inter-island ferry Lady Moana early Sunday during its voyage from Mangaia to Rarotonga.
Construction company faces fines after cutting trees without consent
Saturday 20 July 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Environment, Local, National
A recent cutting down of several ironwood (toa) trees at the Fruits of Rarotonga waterfront is in breach of the Environment Act 2003, says the Cook Islands environment agency.
Police urge drivers to abstain from drinking and driving
Saturday 20 July 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Crime, Local, National
Cook Islands Police hope to see another quiet weekend in terms of road accidents especially alcohol related crashes.
Jetstar scrambles to rebook passengers after tech outage cancels flights
Saturday 20 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National, Tourism
Air New Zealand flights to Rarotonga were unaffected by a global tech outage that disrupted flights and other services worldwide, while Jetstar cancelled some flights but was working to rebook passengers.
TMO approves nearly 90% of tobacco vendor applications
Saturday 20 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, Local, National
Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health has approved 37 out of the 43 applications received for selling tobacco in the Cook Islands.
Te Ipukarea Society: Protecting the Ī’oi: Conservation research and volunteer opportunities
Saturday 20 July 2024 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Environment, National
The Ī’oi, or Rarotonga starling, has been getting some much-needed attention. Only found in the forests of Rarotonga, the Ī’oi is often hidden out of sight and doesn’t draw much attention with its smokey dark plumage blending into the dark tree canopy.
Public backs proposed Sovereign Wealth Fund
Saturday 20 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, National
Cook Islands is establishing a Sovereign Wealth Fund (SWF) to secure the nation’s financial future potentially funded by revenue from future seabed mining.
Penrhyn schools celebrate culture in historic festival
Saturday 20 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, Features, National, Outer Islands, Weekend
While schools in Rarotonga showcase their cultural heritage, the small but mighty schools of Omoka and Tetautua in Penrhyn/Tongareva, 1400 kilometres away, are making history.
Tongareva to host string band competition
Saturday 20 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Entertainment, Entertainment, Features, Local, National, Outer Islands
Tongareva is hosting a string band competition themed on Te Maeva Nui and Ariki Day to remind the younger generation of the island its legacy.
Annual business summit aims to empower female entrepreneurs
Friday 19 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Business, National
Women in business are encouraged to attend the Taki Tahi business summit next week providing an opportunity to connect, engage and be inspired by like-minded people.
Drink driving matters
Friday 19 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
In a driving related charge, a businesswoman was ordered to surrender her passport and not to leave the Cook Islands without the approval of the High Court.
Woman, 59, discharged without conviction for assaulting child
Friday 19 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A woman who was accused of assaulting a child has been discharged without conviction by Justice of the Peace Tangi Taoro at the Criminal Court in Avarua yesterday.
Cook Islands, University of Auckland holds talks about future opportunities
Friday 19 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Education, National
An introductory meeting between the Cook Islands Education Minister Vaine “Mac” Mokoroa, his ministerial team and the University of Auckland, was held earlier this week at the city campus in Auckland.
Opposition leader Browne declines invitation, MPs eye return to PAC
Friday 19 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament
The Leader of the Opposition has declined to rejoin the Public Accounts Committee while two Opposition MPs have expressed interest in returning to the committee.
Water petition gains momentum, organising committee meets House of Ariki
Thursday 18 July 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, Environment, Local, National
The petition opposing the planned water tariffs in Rarotonga is gaining momentum with over 1500 signatures so far including support from the Pa Enua and Cook Islanders residing overseas.
Chinese province donates equipment to Cook Islands, eyes broader cooperation
Thursday 18 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Economy, Local, National, Outer Islands
Cook Islands and China’s Guangdong province strengthened ties through equipment donations and discussions on future collaboration in areas like agriculture, fisheries and cultural exchange.
Japan pledges inter island vessel, farm equipment
Thursday 18 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, Local, National, Outer Islands
Cook Islands and Japan discussed strengthening cooperation on climate change, shipping, renewable energy, technology and regional issues like nuclear wastewater discharge and Pacific banking.
Education head Lewis to attend Sports Ministers Meeting in Paris
Thursday 18 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, Local, National
Secretary of Education Owen Lewis has been granted leave to attend a sports ministers meeting in Paris, France, leading up to the 2024 Olympic Games.
Rarotonga’s winter chill brings flu risk
Thursday 18 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National, Weather
Ministry of Health is encouraging people to get flu vaccinations and practice good hygiene as the winter season brings colder temperatures.
