National
MPs seek allowance top-ups in downturn
Friday 19 June 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Public dismay at politicians’ push for cash travel entitlements for their partners – at a time others are tightening their belts.
Keeping track of Covid
Friday 19 June 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Health
With no vaccine available for coronavirus, it’s vital Cook Islands remain vigilant as the country prepares to reopen to the outside world.
Workers to be allowed out of their contracts
Thursday 18 June 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Some leading employers want to release expat workers who wish to return to their home countries, the Prime Minister says.
Public gets say in 'national interest' of mining licences
Thursday 18 June 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Environment
Concern that seabed mining law change puts national interest ahead of public interest.
Seabed mining is 'greener'
Thursday 18 June 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Environment
Cook Islands says its plans to mine the ocean floor to “harvest” polymetallic nodules are the world’s greenest option.
Children's learning overshadowed by donation
Thursday 18 June 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education
Early childhood learning kids at St Joseph’s primary school will at last have more shade to sit under.
Young dad: 'It's OK to not be OK'
Thursday 18 June 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Health
A new podcast will talk openly with people about their mental health struggles.
Theological College under scrutiny after complaint
Thursday 18 June 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Education
Trainee minister accused of impropriety.
Chlorine petition rejected
Thursday 18 June 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health
The petition opposing chlorine in Rarotonga’s drinking water was dismissed in Parliament yesterday.
PM abandoning ship, say Demos
Thursday 18 June 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Politics
Opposition leader Tina Browne says she’s extremely disappointed the Prime Minister has decided to step down in the country’s time of need.
Expat worker convicted for assaulting a female
Wednesday 17 June 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
An expatriate worker was convicted and sentenced to 18-months’ probation for a charge of assaulting a female.
Legal assistance
Wednesday 17 June 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Terupe Terupe has been advised to seek legal assistance to help him with his case.
Puaikura Fire Brigade receives new compressor
Wednesday 17 June 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Former volunteer fireman of the Puaikura Fire Brigade, Don Beer has replaced an important machinery that was stolen from the fire station a fortnight ago.
Covid-19 affects treatment
Wednesday 17 June 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Alleged fraudster Devonne Mitchell’s mental health treatment has been on hold due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
'Someone had stuffed up'
Wednesday 17 June 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Health
Cook Islands borders will still open for over 200 returning Cook Islanders and work permits holders this Friday despite two new Covid-19 cases in New Zealand.
PM to step down
Wednesday 17 June 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Politics
A succession process for transition to new leadership is underway, after Prime Minister Henry Puna announces he’s standing down.
Resorts make staff redundant
Wednesday 17 June 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy
Muri-based resorts forced to make staff redundant after fallout from Covid-19 crisis continues with no end in sight.
Prime Minister Henry Puna to step down
Tuesday 16 June 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy
The Prime Minister has announced he will step down in September – an unprecedented resignation.
'Expose students to planting'
Tuesday 16 June 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Outer Islands
Ma‘uke has refurbished its nursery to provide seedlings, fruit trees and floriculture, and to support home gardens, and to assist the farmers and sustain their planting programme.
Trees' new lease of life
Tuesday 16 June 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment
Well-loved toa trees in front of Takitumu primary school have been saved from the axe – for now.
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