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'Developed' Cooks must pay higher rates of interest
Friday 14 August 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
Cook Islands’ international development partners won’t decide until next year whether to downgrade the country’s economic status to “developing”.
Tokoroa comes together
Friday 14 August 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Two confirmed and up to five probable Covid cases in Tokoroa have Pacific people rallying together to support their close knit community.
'Keeping the island safe'
Friday 14 August 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Local
When the Tavioni-Bamber family returned home to Cook Islands last week, they quickly realised they should voluntarily self-isolate.
Former Cooks prime minister Dr Joe Williams in hospital
Friday 14 August 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Health
* Air NZ is refusing to fly 41 people from lockdown Auckland to Rarotonga today* Late last night Cook Islands Cabinet announced it was immediately closing the air border to inbound travel* The coronavirus is reaching into the NZ Cook Islands community, infecting a distinguished GP and former leader
Papa Terangi passes, leaving 68 offspring
Thursday 13 August 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Ninety-year-old papa taught hard work and respect to the young people of the village.
MPs go to Pa Enua
Thursday 13 August 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Members of two Parliamentary select committees are touring southern group islands this week to discuss new immigration and agriculture draft laws.
'Close the border' – Demos
Thursday 13 August 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Politics
Opposition leads calls for border to be closed to inbound travellers.
Judge of distinction and mana' is hailed
Thursday 13 August 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Local
Judge Kenneth Heta Hingston had a “formidable mind and intrinsic grasp of Cook Islands land law,” says a lawyer who often appeared before him.
Pacific plea for aid and debt relief
Thursday 13 August 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
Islands struggling with Covid impact, say finance ministers.
Cook Islands discuss prospect of developing tuna fisheries
Wednesday 12 August 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy
The development of the tuna fisheries and their importance to the social and economic goals of the Cook Islands is greater than ever before.
Moving blessing of Atupare Marae
Wednesday 12 August 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture
The blessing of the Atupare marae by Bishop Tutai Pere yesterday morning was witnessed by dignitaries and many who attended the special occasion at the House of Ariki in Puaikura.
Ambulance named after Atiuan woman warrior
Wednesday 12 August 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Outer Islands
The island of Atiu heard sounds of sirens from its first fully equipped ambulance that was blessed by Reverend Yakilia yesterday morning.
Travel bubble setback
Wednesday 12 August 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy
Hopes of a travel bubble between Cook Islands and New Zealand have been dashed after four new cases of Covid-19 in Auckland through community transmission.
Letting their voices be heard
Wednesday 12 August 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Local youths to debate on national issues in Māori language.
Travelers required to wear masks
Wednesday 12 August 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
Customers on flights departing Auckland will be required to wear masks, Air New Zealand confirmed yesterday.
A tribute to the outgoing Prime Minister Henry Puna
Wednesday 12 August 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture
Te Fuinga o Niva, a local group, sang and danced with Prime Minister Henry Puna in recognition of his years of service as the nation’s leader at the blessing of Atupare Marae in Puaikura yesterday.
Cooks border remains open despite Covid-19 cases in NZ
Wednesday 12 August 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Health
For now, Cook Islands’ border will remain open for weekly Friday flight, unless the Covid-19 situation in New Zealand gets worse.
Blessing of new Atupare Marae
Tuesday 11 August 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture
The large foundation of the prominent Atupare marae has 24 seats carved from stone that face the House of Ariki building, its guests and the mountains.
Caring for traditional knowledge – or caring for the world's skin
Tuesday 11 August 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Culture
Should Cook Islands Maori share with the world their generations-old understanding of plants, medicines and food properties, for the greater good – or should they hold onto that knowledge?
Auditorium renovations start
Tuesday 11 August 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The $1.6 million renovation of the National Auditorium will keep the venue closed for the remainder of 2020.
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