National
'The journey has been worth it'
Thursday 1 October 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Politics
Henry Puna stepped down from Prime Minister’s role with message of togetherness.
Helmet law now in effect
Thursday 1 October 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local
No more warnings and extensions, as of today motorcyclists and passengers must wear a helmet or risk incurring a hefty fine.
Man of the moment
Thursday 1 October 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Politics
During these tough times, a nation needs strong leadership - Mark Brown and his new Cabinet members have stepped up to take on the challenge.
Dancing to the beat of new drums
Wednesday 30 September 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture
Drums are significant in any cultural Cook Islands dance show.
Former 1970s Kiwis star John Whittaker mourned
Wednesday 30 September 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Legend of League John Whittaker, who was the first Cook Islander to wear the black and white jersey and play for the Kiwis has passed away after a brave battle with illness.
“If someone is driving drunk stop them”
Wednesday 30 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Democratic Party MP Tamaiva Tuavera is calling on the Ngatangiia community to stop anyone who is driving under the influence of alcohol in the Ngatangiia area.
Tracking progress against achieving the Cook Islands 2020 vision
Wednesday 30 September 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy
A multiyear initiative aiming to contribute towards achieving a higher standard of living among Cook Islanders concludes this year.
Fibre-optic network construction work carries on
Wednesday 30 September 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Technology
Replacing an outdated copper wire network in Rarotonga is key to bringing faster and reliable internet, but it’s a time consuming process that will take years to complete.
From Manihiki with love
Wednesday 30 September 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Outer Islands
It’s not every day a song gets written about you, in fact only a handful of people ever have that happen to them.
A true statesman
Wednesday 30 September 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Police Commissioner Maara Tetava said it was only right that outgoing Prime Minister Henry Puna was given a farewell fit for the statesman he is by the Cook Islands Police Service.
Whopper patuki wins reef fishing comp
Tuesday 29 September 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Dressed up in their favourite ladies attire, a record number of anglers took part in the Mamas Reef Fishing competition.
Plea expected from offender
Tuesday 29 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
The last of the male youths who is alleged to have punched a Tex Mart Store shopkeeper last year is expected to enter a plea this week.
'You are being watched': Police warn speeding drivers following crash
Tuesday 29 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Police have issued a warning to speeding and dangerous drivers: “You are being watched”.
Two key bills deferred
Tuesday 29 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Politics
Select committee reports on two key bills deferred for three months, while Immigration Bill select committee goes behind closed doors to flesh out their report.
A step closer to 'cleaner drinking water'
Tuesday 29 September 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
The first dosing of poly aluminium chloride (PACI) to the settling tank took place at the Ngatoe water intake yesterday.
BTIB staff member suspended amid government investigation
Tuesday 29 September 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local
A Business Trade and Investment Board staff member has been suspended in a matter that has brought on the involvement of the Cook Islands Audit Office.
Kia Orana Plus to 70 businesses
Monday 28 September 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Economy
Cook Islands Tourism’s Kia Orana Plus which is in its fifth and final week has had over 70 businesses across Rarotonga and Aitutaki taking part.
Encouraging locally grown fresh produce on Tongareva
Monday 28 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Outer Islands
Two new hydroponics and school gardens have been implemented on Tongareva, courtesy of the Adaptation Funded Pa Enua for Resilient Livelihoods (PEARL) Project. They were handed over to the Tongareva Island Government and community by Infrastructure minister Robert Tapaitau and Agriculture secretary Marama Anguna-Kamana. They are opportunities to increase the consumption of local fruits and vegetables amongst the community on Tongareva and reduce imported foods. Hydroponics encompasses growing plants using water without soil, which for coral islands is a great option and supports locally grown fresh produce in the Pa Enua.
Traditional leaders call for new water bill
Monday 28 September 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
If government is adamant that householders will be charged for water, then landowners should be entitled to the annual royalties, says the Koutu Nui.
Seabed minerals committee 'a voice for the community'
Monday 28 September 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Environment
A seabed minerals advisory committee has been established to provide community perspectives to the Government on the development of the seabed minerals sector.
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