National
Dirty dumpers!
Tuesday 15 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment
William Taripo is calling on those who have been dumping their rubbish at the old Panama dump to “stop!”. Taripo says Infrastructure Cook Islands provides a rubbish collection service and he did not understand why some people do not use this service.
Living with a disability
Monday 14 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Cook Islander Alexander Boaza writes about his journey living with a disability. The story was originally published by the Cook Islands National Disability Council and is republished with permission.
$500k for water system developments
Monday 14 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Outer Islands
The northern group islands’ rainwater harvesting and storage system will be improved soon, says Infrastructure Cook Islands.
Drought warning for the Pa Enua
Monday 14 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Weather
There is a high chance of dry weather conditions for Penrhyn, Rakahanga and Manihiki.
Storage units to assist renewables push
Monday 14 September 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Technology
The Cook Islands is moving closer to its renewable energy goals with soon-to-be-installed energy storage in Rarotonga.
Police suspends staff amid probe into alleged financial misconduct
Monday 14 September 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Crime
Police Commissioner Maara Tetava is asking public not to speculate on investigation into its administrative finances division which has resulted in suspension of staff.
Second breach
Monday 14 September 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health
A Rarotonga woman has been ordered into compulsory supervised quarantine after receiving two packets of cigarettes from her nephew, a returning Cook Islander who arrived on Friday’s flight.
Showing empathy through letter writing
Saturday 12 September 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Education
Nukutere College students bring joy and healing to their counterparts at Mallacoota P-12 College who suffered losses in Australian bushfire.
'Think before you get a pet dog'
Saturday 12 September 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Roaming dogs and several dog attacks in random locations around Rarotonga have reignited the debate on dog owner responsibility, but what happens when the owners leave without their pets?
More 24/7 security for homes
Saturday 12 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Cook Islands Security has launched their private security for homes with a 24-hour patrol network.
Transgender lose inclusion bid
Saturday 12 September 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Local LGBTI association is ‘disheartened’ by the decision not to allow transgender athletes to compete in the open women’s events at the national games.
Nation honours Papa Joe
Saturday 12 September 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Hundreds attended the State Memorial Service to pay their respects to the late Dr Joseph Williams held at the national auditorium domes yesterday.
More returnees arrive home in Rarotonga
Saturday 12 September 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy
Rarotonga resident Aaron Tunupopo was relieved when he touched down at home yesterday afternoon.
Little super heroes out to save the world
Saturday 12 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education
Students dress up in their favourite character costumes to mark Literacy Week.
Cook Islands views sought on the Pacific's future
Friday 11 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy
Cook Islands will play an active role in charting the future of the Blue Pacific over the next 30 years.
'Evil people' take mama's piglets
Friday 11 September 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Pig owner has had enough of her animals disappearing and dying.
Weather watchers learn first aid
Friday 11 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
With the number of accidents that have happened near the Meteorological Service office over the years, the weather team decided to undergo some first aid training.
State memorial service for Papa Joe
Friday 11 September 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Richard Williams, son of the late Dr Joe Williams, will join today’s national state memorial service for the former prime minister via Zoom to pay his tribute.
New Mitiaro mayor wants to start with 'a clean slate'
Friday 11 September 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Outer Islands
Newly-elected Mayor of Mitiaro, Makara Murare is keen to get going with doing his job and is eager for the administrative office to be audited.
Uptick in bank card fraud continues
Friday 11 September 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy
Banks urge customers to be wary of disclosing sensitive information such as online login credentials, passwords and credit and debit card numbers.
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