National
Maritime borders formally established
Wednesday 14 October 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy
A multi-year effort to formally establish the nation’s maritime zones is being described by government as a “demonstration of sovereignty and agency over its extensive oceans resources”.
Students have a ball
Tuesday 13 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Glitz, glamour and Hollywood style arrived at the Crown Beach Resort for the Tereora College’s annual school ball.
Government House featured in new book of official residences
Tuesday 13 October 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Local
Cook Islands Government House is featured in a new book that brings together a unique group of official residences for the first time.
Climate change threat to maritime boundaries
Tuesday 13 October 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Environment
Pacific island states are looking at legal options to ensure their borders are protected as sea levels rise and land comes under threat due to climate change.
'Business as usual'
Tuesday 13 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education
University of the South Pacific students in Cook Islands are being assured that it is “business as usual” at the regional campus despite the university saga at the main campus in Fiji.
High demand for domestic travel
Tuesday 13 October 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy
Covid-19 has decimated international travel options making domestic tourism and travel “the new normal”.
La Nina phenomenon to bring more rain
Tuesday 13 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Weather
Rarotonga and other southern group islands are expected to experience higher than normal rainfall in the coming weeks.
World Food Day: 'Grow, nourish, sustain together'
Monday 12 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
E tanu, kia pa’ia e kia vai ‘uatu rai. Ko tatou katoa I te rave’anga no te tuatau ki mua. Grow, nourish, sustain together. Our actions are our future. This is the theme of this year’s World Food Day.
Linking taramea, coral health and reef fishing
Monday 12 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment
Marine scientist Dr Teina Rongo explains why spearfishing competition especially at this time was not a good idea.
Man facing serious charge denied bail
Monday 12 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
A Rarotonga man with an extensive history of breaching orders and charged with a serious offence has been denied bail.
Minister Angene shares the message of love
Monday 12 October 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Hundreds of Fijians residing in Rarotonga last night gathered at National Dome to celebrate Fiji Day.
Minister Arioka 'well suited' for BTIB portfolio, says PM
Monday 12 October 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
The Opposition has cautioned the government against spending money on establishing Punanga Nui Market as a separate Crown agency through legislation.
Taking a breather …
Monday 12 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Paddlers take a break during the oe vaka competition at the Cook Islands Games over the weekend.
An adventure to remember
Saturday 10 October 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Education
Rarotonga children are making the most of their school holiday taking part in a number of activities around the island.
Making a sale in coronavirus led economic storm
Saturday 10 October 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy
Along with the many tales of economic hardship brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic are examples of enterprise and resilience.
Te Ipukarea Society : A step in the right direction
Saturday 10 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment
OPINION: Te Ipukarea Society has for many years been advocating for an alternative, more natural approach to coastal protection from the rock boulder walls commonly used here.
Fitting farewell for the 'Rarotonga cowboy'
Saturday 10 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
The life of Crown Beach Resort & Spa owner Papa Rondo Perkins, who passed away on October 3, was celebrated and fondly remembered by his staff and family during a live stream conference call this week.
'Great and grand church opening' on Mangaia
Saturday 10 October 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Over 77 members of the Apostolic Church of Aitutaki, Atiu and Rarotonga have gathered on Mangaia this weekend for the official opening of their new church building ‘Jesus the True Vine Apostolic Oneness Church’ of Mangaia.
Lawyer on assault charge
Saturday 10 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
A Cook Islands lawyer this week pleaded not guilty to two counts of indecent assault charges.
Quarantine decision rests on Covid-19 situation in NZ: PM
Saturday 10 October 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Health
Supervised quarantine requirement for incoming passengers to Rarotonga will only be lifted on October 23 if there are no Covid-19 community transmission cases in New Zealand.
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