National

Fiji charter flights 'canned'

Monday 17 December 2018 | Published in Local

Two charter flights that were to have offered non-stop travel to and from Fiji during the festive season, have been cancelled.

Local


Resort reunion marks a homecoming

Monday 17 December 2018 | Published in Local

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium celebrated this weekend in true Cook Islands fashion, with fluorescent coloured T-shirts and feasting and flowers and dancing and singing and speeches, the reunion of staff and all associated with the resort through years.

Local


Top cop stays on

Monday 17 December 2018 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Crime

Police Commissioner Maara Tetava’s term has been extended until February next year, confirmed Police Minister Vaine “Mac” Mokoroa.

Crime

CIP critical of appeal ruling

Monday 17 December 2018 | Published in Politics

While respectful of the rule of law, the Cook Islands Party-led government says it is extremely disappointed with the Court of Appeal decision on the Rakahanga election.

Politics

Tropical Christmas Club's free movie night

Monday 17 December 2018 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local

On schedule for tonight rain or shine, is the annual Tropical Christmas Club Free Movie Night at 6pm.

Local


Delayed voyage to set off for north

Monday 17 December 2018 | Published in Local

A Taio Shipping Services vessel is set to begin the long trip to the northern island of Manihiki today.

Local


Porio maintains process 'unfair'

Monday 17 December 2018 | Published in Politics

Atiu resident Tereapii Porio Maka Kea says Agriculture minister Rose Brown’s reply to his letter to the editor of CINews about government employment issues on Atiu contains “false information.”

Politics


No'oanga to be part of WWI collection

Monday 17 December 2018 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local

The Cook Islands is about to become part of an astonishing international museum project that commemorates those soldiers who did not return home from World War I.

Local


Improved prison services priority: Demos

Monday 17 December 2018 | Published in Crime

Immediate attention must be given to the implementation of recommendations made to improve prison services and the minister of Corrective Services has a duty to see these are done, says Democratic Party Opposition parliamentary leader Terepai Maoate.

Crime


Manihiki children spread Christmas cheer

Sunday 16 December 2018 | Written by Jaimie Keay | Published in Education

Christmas cheer arrived early for the senior citizens of Tauhunu in Manihiki last Saturday, school children on the island delivered festive hampers to them.

Education


Student writing forms new anthology

Sunday 16 December 2018 | Published in Education

The Cook Islands Secondary Schools Anthology titled “Cook Islands Heroes” was released to schools this week.

Education


Positive view of fishing meeting

Sunday 16 December 2018 | Published in Environment

Yesterday was the last day of the annual meeting of the Western Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC), more commonly known as the Tuna Commission, and the Cook Islands delegation is confident of some positive outcomes.

Environment


Thirty years of policing comes to end

Sunday 16 December 2018 | Written by Jaimie Keay | Published in Crime

The depth of the Police Service is a little shallower this week as we bid a fond farewell to Apera Bishop, who is turning in his sergeant’s stripes after three decades in uniform.

Crime


Retired MPs' organisation on hold – for now

Sunday 16 December 2018 | Published in Politics

Only three people turned up to a meeting in the dining room of parliament last Wednesday to discuss setting up a new organisation aimed at protecting and preserving the interests of former Members of Parliament.

Politics


Resource protection a vital issue

Sunday 16 December 2018 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment

“The Cook Islands’ resources can be accessed by anyone if there is not legislation in place to protect them.”

Environment


'Great outcome' says Willis

Sunday 16 December 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics

The Democratic Party is confident of returning to government in the “very near future” after Court of Appeal ruled a decision on Rakahanga seat in Tina Browne’s favour.

Politics


Demos could win in Rakahanga

Sunday 16 December 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics

Hagai’s ‘treating’ breached Electoral Act, says Court of Appeal.

Politics


Ways you can cut down on waste this festive season

Sunday 16 December 2018 | Published in Local

Christmas is usually a time for giving and celebrating.

Local

Araura College prizegiving: Ruby Bragger Dux

Sunday 16 December 2018 | Published in Education

Araura College recognised the many achievements of students over the past year at the annual prize giving ceremony at the Prince Edward Hall on Wednesday morning.

Education


UB40 ready to hit Raro with their greatest songs

Saturday 15 December 2018 | Published in Local

Astro, of legendary reggae band UB40 took time out this week to answer some questions on the band’s eagerly anticipated concert at the National Auditorium next month. The concert, which will feature world class musicians and what has been touted as the best sound system set up ever seen in the Cook Islands, takes place on January 20.

Local

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