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Cook Islands Tourism Corporation welcomes new board members
Friday 26 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands Tourism Corporation yesterday announced the appointment of two new members to its Board of Directors.
Organic group proposes water- saving solution
Friday 26 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
In the wake of the recent Grower Water Tariff meeting, Cook Islands organic movement Natura Kuki Airani is advocating for collaboration between stakeholder groups to reduce agricultural water use and improve animal welfare.
NCDs to cost Cook Islands tens of millions, says Te Marae Ora
Friday 26 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Health, Local, National
The economic burden of rising non-communicable diseases (NCDs) on the Cook Islands is projected to soar to tens of millions of dollars, according to the Secretary of Health.
Power cuts loom for a quarter of TAU customers with overdue bill
Thursday 25 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Local, National
A quarter of Rarotonga’s electricity customers face disconnection for overdue bills over 90 days.
17-year-old artist supports family with stunning pareu paintings
Thursday 25 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Art, Features, Go Local, Local, National
At 17, Jeremiah Tangianau from Rutaki is making life easier for his family, not just with his paintbrush but with his commitment to his parents.
Cook Islands shares progress on gender equality at regional meetings
Thursday 25 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National, Pacific Islands, Regional
A Cook Islands delegation led by the Minister for Internal Affairs attended the Women’s Triennial Conference and Women Ministers Meetings in Marshall Islands this week.
Missing teen: Police exhausted efforts to locate him, says Pitt
Thursday 25 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Local, National
Cook Islands Police say they have exhausted all efforts to locate a Kiribati national who has been missing since 2022.
Budget woes stall road markings
Thursday 25 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Local, National
Infrastructure Cook Islands (ICI) will use the newly approved budget to complete painting road shoulders from Maii to Avana and around Tupapa Health Clinic.
Private health clinic expands services to include dentistry
Thursday 25 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Health, Local, National
The Rarotonga Health Clinic’s long-time plan to extend its services to dental care is about to become a reality, offering the community more healthcare options.
Former Tereora College students encouraged to attend buffet dinner fundraiser
Thursday 25 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, Local, National
More than 120 former students of Tereora College will be attending the College Projects Fundraiser Dinner at The Islander Hotel tomorrow night (Friday).
KR attended taxpayer funded Samoa school reunion in ‘official capacity’
Wednesday 24 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Economy, National, Regional, Samoa
The King Representative’s attendance at a Samoa agricultural college anniversary was an official trip funded with public money, despite initial claims it was a personal reunion.
Search called off for missing crew member of Lady Moana
Wednesday 24 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, Local, National, Outer Islands
Cook Islands Police are expected to finalise their investigations into the missing crew member of the inter-island vessel Lady Moana and submit their report to the coroner.
Cook Islands Police mourn Samoan detective killed in line of duty
Wednesday 24 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National, Regional, Samoa
The Cook Islands Police Service has paid tribute to one of Samoa’s long-serving police officers, Detective Sergeant Peniamina Perite who died in the line of duty earlier this week.
No footpaths or parking planned for ‘congested’ Muri 30km/hour zone
Wednesday 24 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Infrastructure Cook Islands (ICI) has no plans to construct footpaths or additional car parks in the Muri 30 kilometre/hour zone.
Inaugural Taki Tahi Summit tackles challenges faced by women in business
Wednesday 24 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Business, Features, Go Local, National
The inaugural Taki Tahi Women in Business Summit has been successful in reaching its goal of encouraging and inspiring women in business and entrepreneurs while also helping them overcome the challenges they face daily.
PM Brown to lead Pacific effort to find peace in New Caledonia
Wednesday 24 July 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Environment, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown will be part of a high-level delegation to New Caledonia to help resolve the political crisis facing the French territory since May this year.
‘Can’t help falling in love’ with this cause: Elvis tribute to raise funds
Tuesday 23 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Entertainment, Entertainment, Features, Local, National
Two Elvis impersonators from New Zealand will perform in the Cook Islands to celebrate a local Elvis artist’s 60th birthday and raise money for charity.
Expatriate workers urged to review contracts for repatriation coverage
Tuesday 23 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Local, National
The recent death of an expatriate worker has highlighted the importance of having clear provisions in employment contracts and insurance plans to cover repatriation of human remains in case of unforeseen circumstances.
Growers receive training in plant health
Tuesday 23 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, Local, National
Local growers gathered at a Plant Health Clinic on Friday last week, designed to offer expert diagnosis and management of weeds, insects and diseases.
Drivers back to bad habits, man arrested with 71 cannabis plants
Tuesday 23 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, National
After a crash free weekend over a week ago, some drivers were back to bad habits on Rarotonga roads.
