Regional

PM Brown pushes for more funding for Pacific Resilience Facility

Thursday 29 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Economy, National, Pacific Islands, Regional

The Pacific Resilience Facility (PRF) which was initiated under Prime Minister Mark Brown’s leadership as the chair of the Pacific Islands Forum, is currently sitting at approximately US$200 million (NZ$317.84m), only 13 per cent of the initial US$1.5 billion target.

Economy


Cook Islands discusses statehood with New Caledonia

Wednesday 28 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National, New Caledonia, Regional

Prime Minister Mark Brown met with President of New Caledonia, Louis Mapou, this week to strengthen support and discuss future collaborations.

Economy


Patient referrals on the rise

Wednesday 28 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Health, National, New Zealand, Regional

There has been a steady increase in patient referrals, primarily due to rising healthcare needs and the increasing prevalence of non-communicable diseases, according to a Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health report.

Economy


Cook Islands and Marshall Islands discuss key regional issues

Tuesday 27 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, Marshall Islands, National, Regional

Prime Minister Mark Brown met with the President of the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI) Hilda Heine in the margins of the 53rd Pacific Islands Forum Leaders meeting in Nuku’alofa, Tonga, yesterday.

Local


Prime Minister Brown committed to New Caledonia mission

Monday 26 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National, New Caledonia, Regional

Prime Minister Mark Brown is committed and looking forward to partake in the high-level Pacific Islands Forum Troika-led mission to New Caledonia.

Local


Cook Islands ‘not invited’ to CHOGM

Saturday 24 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Economy, National, Pacific Islands, Regional

Cook Islands will not be attending the upcoming Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in Samoa because the country has not been invited, and efforts to gain membership are ongoing.

Economy


Brown set to hand over Forum chair, focuses on local economy

Friday 23 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Economy, Local, National, Pacific Islands, Regional

Prime Minister Mark Brown, the outgoing chair of the Pacific Islands Forum, is delighted to officially hand over the chairmanship of the region’s political decision-making body to his successor, the Prime Minister of Tonga, at the 53rd Leaders Meeting next week.

Economy


Cultural exchange fosters connections between Cook Islands and Hawai’i

Thursday 22 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Culture, Features, National, Pacific Islands, Regional

A delegation from environmental non-governmental organisation Kōrero o te 'Ōrau’s 'Ātui'anga ki te Tango (AKTT) young ambassadors have returned from an enriching successful cultural exchange experience in Hawai’i.

Art


PM Brown eager to hand over Forum chair role to Tonga

Tuesday 13 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National, Pacific Islands, Pacific Islands Forum, Regional

Prime Minister Mark Brown is looking forward to handing over the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders chairmanship to Tongan PM as he focuses on his roles back home.

Local


Journey of Pacific Mothers comes to Rarotonga screen

Friday 9 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, Features, Health, National, Pacific Islands, Regional

A locally shot documentary feature film exploring the importance of women’s birthing choices through the stories of Pacific mothers reclaiming indigenous practices premieres in Rarotonga tomorrow.

Entertainment


Cook Islands stun Vanuatu to keep semi-final hopes alive

Thursday 1 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Regional, Sports, Vanuatu

Cook Islands have come from behind to score a memorable 3-1 win over Vanuatu and boost their chances of qualifying for the OFC U-16 Men’s Championship semi-finals in Tahiti.

Football


PM calls for stronger Pacific borders

Tuesday 30 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in National, Regional

The 26th Annual Oceania Customs Organisation (OCO) Conference began on Monday, with the Prime Minister urging regional customs agencies to innovate and collaborate across the Oceania region.

National


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.

Economy


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.

Economy


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.

Local


Pacific media in midst of geopolitical rivalry

Wednesday 24 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in New Caledonia, Pacific Islands, Regional

Geopolitics in the Pacific has become so intense that it permeates the national life of some island countries. Jostling for influence between the United States, China, their allies and partners was one of the hot topics of the recently concluded 2024 Pacific International Media Conference in Suva, Fiji (July 4-6) hosted jointly by the University of the South Pacific Journalism Programme, the Pacific Island News Association (PINA) and the Asia Pacific Media Network (APMN). By Shailendra Bahadur Singh and Amit Sarwal.

New Caledonia


Prime Minister Brown to co-chair PALM10 in Japan

Saturday 13 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National, Pacific Islands, Regional

Pacific Islands Forum Leaders will meet with the Government of Japan in Tokyo for the 10th Pacific Islands Leaders Meeting – PALM10 – from July 16 to 18.

Economy


Team Cook Islands ready for fruit-carrying race at Traditional Games in Tahiti

Thursday 11 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Regional, Sports, Tahiti

The Cook Islands Tu’aro Mā’ohi Traditional Games representatives in Tahiti are geared up for their first competition today in the timau ra’au (fruit carrier race).

Other Sports


Cook Islands thrilled to participate in traditional sports in Tahiti

Tuesday 9 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Regional, Sports, Tahiti

Cook Islands representatives participating in the Heiva Tū’aro Mā’ohi traditional sports in Tahiti later this week are “thrilled” to be part of the unique event.

Other Sports


Breast Cancer Foundation hosts fundraising dinner with Kiwi media stars

Friday 28 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Education, Health, Local, National, New Zealand, Regional

The Cook Islands Breast Cancer Foundation is hosting a fundraising event next weekend in a bid to help local women with breast cancer detection.

Education


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