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$541.7m tourism earnings
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Cook Islands passport proposal
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Top cop position advertised
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Police need numbers and bigger budget
9 December 2024
Niki Rattle: A call for stronger human rights protections
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Solid and Hazardous Waste Bill referred to Parliament committee
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DPM defends CIIC finance and travel policies
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Cook Islands has its first mosque
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CI Muslim opens up about her faith and journey
16 November 2024
RAC to address mosque legality
19 November 2024
I don’t expect much change: PM Brown on US Elections
6 November 2024
Fifth weekly Sydney flight to Rarotonga announced
23 October 2024
CIIC directors seek $350,000 in damages over defamatory claims
21 October 2024
Man found guilty of rape, burglary
24 September 2024
Tenants face water bill burden
8 October 2024
Concerns over Minister’s role in inmate work releases: PAC
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Tourism contribution set to surpass half-billion dollar mark
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Parliament Clerk sparks outrage over deep sea mining statement
23 September 2024
Deep sea dilemma: Cook Islanders weigh the cost of mineral riches
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Anxiety on the rise: Cook Islands faces mental health challenge
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Cook Islands deep sea mining poll sparks controversy
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MCI rejects ‘dark fleet’ label
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Prime Minister defends $659,000 MPs travel bill
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Taxpayers foot $659,000 bill for MPs travel and allowance
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Corruption report exposes ‘bribe and sexual favours’
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Sports
Arorangi Bears roar into 13s season with new coach Nepia
Rarotonga clubs are gearing up for the 2025 Cook Islands Rugby League domestic 13s competition, which kicks off next Friday, February 7.
Cook Islands Triathlon gears up for Annual Team Tri Competition
The Cook Islands Triathlon Association is looking forward to the Annual BSP and KPMG Team Tri Competition this Saturday, February 1, at the Tikioki Tri Site.
10-man Cook Islands bows out bravely
Cook Islands fell short to Vanuatu 2-0 in the final match, losing a player to a red card and their chance to progress to the OFC U-19 Men’s Championship.
Cook Islanders in Hong Kong celebrate All Blacks Sevens double win
Cook Islanders living in Hong Kong celebrated Aotearoa New Zealand’s fantastic wins in both the men’s and women’s Hong Kong 7s tournament held earlier this month from April 5-7.
Aitutaki debuts, young paddlers make a splash at annual Vaka Iti
Despite a few showers, the weather cooperated for the Cook Islands Canoeing Association’s (CICA) annual Vaka Iti schools oe vaka competition held last week at Muri Beach.
Sea Eagles soar to dramatic draw
The week nine of Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s competition brought intense clashes and thrilling moments as teams battled it out for crucial wins, aiming to solidify their positions in the league table.
Netball titans set to clash in round two
The second round of the Rarotonga Netball Club Competition promises to deliver thrilling matches as the top teams vie for supremacy on the court.
42 years strong: Maori Auri Tinman Race celebrates rich legacy
Cook Island Triathlon Association will be holding their annual Maori Auri Tinman Race for the 42nd time this afternoon.
Eleven vying for CISNOC Sec-Gen role
Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee (CISNOC) received 11 applications for the Secretary General position and is finalising the appointment with Owen Lewis acting until a replacement is chosen.
Panthers and Sea Eagles collide in crucial match
As rugby league enthusiasts gear up for another thrilling weekend of action, all eyes are on the premier men’s clash between the Tupapa Panthers and the Ngatangiia/Matavera Sea Eagles.
Cook Islands maintain unbeaten record
The Cook Islands have retained their unbeaten record at the OFC U-19 Men’s Championship 2024 – Qualifying after a 3-2 win over American Samoa in stifling heat at VFF Freshwater Stadium in Port Vila yesterday.
Social media campaign to unearth players paying dividends for Cooks
From Asia to the Netherlands, the Cook Islands national team is casting its net ever wider in search of players. Craig Stephen reports.
Mixed Touch gears up for semi-finals
Cook Islands Touch 2024 Mixed Competition will hold its final round of preliminary games today at the National Stadium in Nikao before heading into the playoffs.
Cook Islands athletes battle through World Cross Country Championship
Cook Islands athletes Adrianna Skurosz and Rupeni Mataitoga have completed their course at the World Athletics Cross Country Championship in Belgrade, Serbia.
Electrifying start! Netball season promises high levels of competition
The Netball Cook Islands domestic season is off to an electrifying start with the annual Rarotonga club competition commencing on Saturday.
Athletics re-elects president, focuses on building infrastructure for future growth
Simone Fe’ao was re-elected for a second term as president of Athletics Cook Islands at the Annual General Meeting held a week ago.
Late Tonga goal denies Cook Islands victory in OFC U19 Championship
The Cook Islands U19 men's team conceded a last-minute goal to draw 1-1 with Tonga in the OFC U19 Championship qualification.
Panthers claw back against Eels
Week eight of the Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s competition witnessed thrilling matchups and surprising turnarounds as teams battled it out at Raemaru Park in Arorangi.
Cook Islands football coach paving the way to international success
With a population of just over 17,000, Cook Islands are the smallest member association in FIFA, but that hasn’t stopped the South Pacific nation of dreaming big.
Rugby league fever returns!
The rugby league fever is about to hit Raemaru Park once again, and this weekend promises nothing short of excitement and thrill for fans and players alike.
Cook Islands Football appoints goalkeeping development officer
In the world of football, the role of a goalkeeper often goes beyond the field – it’s a position that shapes the game’s very spirit.
Reel fun in the sun: Atiu Easter Fishing Competition a success
The Atiu Easter Fishing Competition hosted by the Atiu branch of Kōrero o te ‘Ōrau’s ‘Ātui’anga ki te Tango (AKTT) programme drew fantastic support from the community.
