National
Key lessons for tourism from regional meet
Tuesday 6 November 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
Programmes and opportunities to advance the region in sustainable principles and practices were the key lessons for Cook Islands Tourism Corporation at the 28th Council of Tourism Ministers Meeting.
Three arrested for contempt of court
Tuesday 6 November 2018 | Published in Crime
Police arrested a young man for being unlawfully found inside a house during the weekend and are investigating a further charge for an additional offence while in the Titikaveka property.
Penryhn story draws formal complaint from OPM
Tuesday 6 November 2018 | Published in Local
A story on the Stuff website claiming the Cook Islands “is said to be” on the brink of signing a deal allowing China to build a deep water port on Penryhn, has drawn a formal complaint from the Office of the Prime Minister to Fairfax Media in New Zealand.
New seabed minerals laws on way
Tuesday 6 November 2018 | Published in Environment
The Cook Islands government intends to table new legislation relating to seabed minerals activities in December.
Muri study results out soon
Monday 5 November 2018 | Published in Environment
The Mei Te Vai Ki Te Vai project team (PMU) are preparing to release the results of their extensive environmental investigations this week.
Woonton stands up for 'Dr Joe'
Monday 5 November 2018 | Published in Health
Former prime minister and health minister Dr Robert Woonton says the New Zealand parliament should be the next step for more than 11,000 petitioners calling out “unfair” treatment of a leading Cook Islands doctor punished for healing their skin ailments.
Tamaki project generates special vibe
Monday 5 November 2018 | Published in Culture
New Zealand's largest housing development project, aimed at building 7,500 homes across a part of Auckland known more for its troubles than its triumphs was feeling a very special tamure vibe on the weekend.
Carver's master plan for Atupa art gallery
Monday 5 November 2018 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Culture
Master carver and artist Mike Tavioni has a long-term plan for his gallery – to make those who create fine works the main attractions in it.
Minister Maggie heads to China
Monday 5 November 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Business Trade Investment Board minister George Maggie will be in China this week to attend the China International Import Expo (CIIE) which will be held from November 5 to 10.
'No panic' during plane engine failure
Monday 5 November 2018 | Published in Local
A twin-engined Air Rarotonga Embraer Bandeirante with 11 passengers on board suffered an engine failure on departure from Aitutaki last Tuesday evening.
Tetava says he will 'stand firm'
Monday 5 November 2018 | Written by Jaimie Keay | Published in Crime
Commissioner of Police Maara Tetava says he will stand firm on his determination to continue in his post despite what he describes as “apparent aspertions” and doubt cast on his employment last week.
Burial ground's intriguing history
Monday 5 November 2018 | Published in Local
In the heart of Avarua, in the area commonly referred to as Takamoa, there are three very old and important cemeteries.
Police warn against case speculation
Monday 5 November 2018 | Published in Crime
The Cook Islands Police Service says it wants to quash any rumours and speculation about two young males, charged recently with arson.
Foreign worker numbers rise
Saturday 3 November 2018 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy
Foreign workers now make up 20 per cent of our population.
Cooking efforts win cash prizes for local schools
Saturday 3 November 2018 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education
Cook Islands Tourism yesterday presented Avarua and Rutaki Primary schools with cash prizes for coming first and second respectively in the recent inaugural school cooking competition - Potiki Makona Kai (Young Food Champions).
Confusion over top cop's job
Saturday 3 November 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Crime
Amid rumours this week that police commissioner Maara Tetava had quit his position, confusion remains regarding the status of his employment contract.
Bodybuilders strut their stuff today
Saturday 3 November 2018 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
The International Federation Of Body Building (IFBB) South Pacific Oceania competition starts today with pre- judging from 9am at the National Auditorium.
Armistice Day centenary
Saturday 3 November 2018 | Published in Local
A special service to mark the centenary of the armistice that ended World War One and to honour the 500 Cook Islanders who served in World War One, will be held at the cenotaph outside the Ministry of Justice building on Sunday, November 11.
Bank launches new Giving Tree appeal
Saturday 3 November 2018 | Published in Local
Christmas is just around the corner, and BSP has launched their 2018 BSP Christmas Giving Tree.
Mokoroa reveals plans for Nikao-Panama
Saturday 3 November 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Minister for Police and Internal Affairs and Nikao-Panama MP Vaine (Mac) Mokoroa has reassured his people that he will keep his constituency abreast of all developments.
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