National

Fish poisoning cases decline in Cook Islands: Health Ministry

Thursday 5 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National

Fish poisoning cases are declining after recording 52 cases in 2021, according to the recently released Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health National Health Information Bulletin.

Health


Local gas supplier considers legal action against regional competitor

Thursday 5 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National

A Cook Islands LPG supplier is considering legal action against a regional company based in Rarotonga, which refused to sell them gas, leading to supply shortages due to delays in shipping services.

Local


Much-needed rain provides some relief to struggling water intakes

Thursday 5 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather

More rain is expected to develop over the weekend, with possible brief showers today and tomorrow, according to the Cook Islands Meteorological Service.

National


Cook Islands marks Merchant Navy Day, honours fallen heroes

Wednesday 4 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

As the Cook Islands Returned Services (CIRSA) came together to commemorate Merchant Navy Day on Tuesday, they also paid tribute to 91-year-old sailor Mervin Charles Martin, who passed away last month.

Local


DPM seeks regional support for water, wastewater issues

Wednesday 4 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Economy, National, Pacific Islands, Regional

Cook Islands’ growing water crisis during dry spells, alongside other countries’ needs, are being addressed at the Pacific Water and Wastewater Conference, held this week Rarotonga.

Economy


Woman convicted of excess alcohol

Wednesday 4 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National

A woman, who was involved in a crash in March this year, was convicted and ordered to pay a fine of $234 for a charge of excess blood alcohol.

Court


Apii Avarua students dive into diverse cultures during Literacy Week

Wednesday 4 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Education, National

The heavy downpour on Tuesday did not dampen the spirits of over 300 students and 23 staff at Apii Avarua Primary School, who are celebrating Literacy Week with uniqueness and fun while acknowledging and celebrating the linguistic and cultural diversity among the students.

Education


NCDs plague nearly half of Cook Islands residents

Wednesday 4 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National

Nearly half of Cook Islands residents have non-communicable diseases (NCDs), according to the Ministry of Health’s National-Health-Information-Bulletin-2021-2023 report on NCDs.

Health


William Framhein elected as new Pu Tapere for Maraerenga

Tuesday 3 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

William Framhein was elected the new Pu Tapere (leader of the village) for Maraerenga at a village meeting last month.

Local


PM Brown urges Pacific unity on deep-sea mining

Tuesday 3 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National, Pacific Islands, Regional

Cook Islands Prime Minister and former chair of the Forum, Mark Brown is urging Pacific Island leaders to come together on a collective stance on deep-sea mining, ahead of a key talanoa session set for next month.

Environment


Penrhyn schools welcome island’s first female MP

Tuesday 3 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National, Outer Islands

The Omoka and Tetautua schools on the northern group island of Penrhyn/Tongareva held a special formal assembly to welcome and acknowledge their Member of Parliament, Sarakura Tapaitau.

Education


Trial geotextile bags proposed to prevent erosion at beachfront

Tuesday 3 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National

Public submissions for or against the Akapuao (Enua Manea) Property Coastal Protection Project that aims to prevent further erosion occurring along the coastline and stream bank in Titikaveka, are now open.

Environment


Pacific ministers gather to discuss water and wastewater challenges

Tuesday 3 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, National, Pacific Islands, Regional

Twenty Pacific islands ministers have gathered in Rarotonga this week to discuss solutions and ideas to combat water and wastewater threats.

Environment


Four teens injured in hit-and-run incident

Tuesday 3 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Crime, National

Cook Islands Police are investigating an alleged hit-and-run incident which occurred late Saturday night, leaving four teenagers injured with some sustaining serious injuries.

Crime


Govt denies muzzling workers, despite environmentalist claims

Tuesday 3 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, National

The Public Service Commissioner denies any government protocol restricting public servants from speaking publicly against seabed mining, after claims made by an environmental campaigner.

Environment


PM Brown, Cook Islands delegation pay their respects to Māori Kīngi Tūhetia

Tuesday 3 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Local, National, New Zealand, Regional

Prime Minister Mark Brown arrived at Tūrangawaewae Marae yesterday for the tangihanga (tangi) of Kīngi Tūheitia Pōtatau Te Wherowhero VII, the seventh Māori king, and to pay his respect to the Kīngitanga.

Culture


Rising seas, rising costs: Climate impacts on Cook Islands economy

Monday 2 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Environment, National

Cook Islands’ topography and remoteness make it highly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change, states the latest Pacific Economic Monitor – August 2024: Building Resilience the Pacific Way report.

Economy


Helmet safety concerns raised amid enforcement challenges

Monday 2 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National

Cook Islands Police say that while certain German style helmets may comply with safety standards, the variation in these helmets has made enforcement difficult.

Local


Suspended sentences for driver involved in two accidents

Monday 2 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National

At the Criminal Court last week, Inosi Vulava was handed 12 months of concurrent suspended sentences for the two charges of careless driving.

Court


Apii Nikao launches island’s first after-school care programme

Monday 2 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National

Blazing ahead in creating a new environment and the island’s first after school care programme, Apii Nikao officially blessed the establishment of “Tiaki Tamariki” on Thursday last week.

Education


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