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Top cop position advertised
7 December 2024
Police need numbers and bigger budget
9 December 2024
Niki Rattle: A call for stronger human rights protections
10 December 2024
Solid and Hazardous Waste Bill referred to Parliament committee
10 December 2024
DPM defends CIIC finance and travel policies
6 December 2024
Cook Islands has its first mosque
14 November 2024
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
5 October 2024
Tourism contribution set to surpass half-billion dollar mark
25 September 2024
Parliament Clerk sparks outrage over deep sea mining statement
23 September 2024
Deep sea dilemma: Cook Islanders weigh the cost of mineral riches
21 September 2024
Anxiety on the rise: Cook Islands faces mental health challenge
7 September 2024
Cook Islands deep sea mining poll sparks controversy
7 September 2024
MCI rejects ‘dark fleet’ label
3 August 2024
Rising seas, rising costs: Climate impacts on Cook Islands economy
2 September 2024
Inflation eases but concerns remain
31 August 2024
Prime Minister defends $659,000 MPs travel bill
23 August 2024
Taxpayers foot $659,000 bill for MPs travel and allowance
22 August 2024
Corruption report exposes ‘bribe and sexual favours’
17 January 2023
PM Brown eager to hand over Forum chair role to Tonga
13 August 2024
ICI explains road works delay in front of old Sheraton site
10 August 2024
Housing crisis hits tourism industry
27 July 2024
MCI rejects ‘dark fleet’ label
3 August 2024
Challenging ‘rape culture’
8 July 2024
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Cook Islands eases import ban on NZ poultry following bird flu outbreak
Cook Islands temporarily suspended imports of poultry products from New Zealand following a bird flu outbreak on a single farm, but has resumed imports from unaffected regions with additional safety measures.
New Zealand High Commission Fund supports local communities
The New Zealand High Commission in Cook Islands held a signing ceremony earlier this month with the successful recipients of the 2024/2025 Round of the New Zealand High Commission Fund.
Solid and Hazardous Waste Bill referred to Parliament committee
The Solid and Hazardous Waste Bill 2024 that has been referred to the Bills, Petitions and Papers Committee is a culmination of many years of hard work of the current and previous heads of the Ministry of Infrastructure Cook Islands, says Deputy Prime Minister Albert Nicholas.
Judge alone trial begins for man accused of violent domestic abuse
The judge-alone trial of a man who faces eight counts of assault on a female by punching her began at the Cook Islands High Court yesterday.
Cook Islands participate in inaugural ASEAN maritime and connectivity conference
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) director of International and Trade Division, Mackenzi Wichman, participated in the inaugural Maritime Cooperation and Connectivity Conference, an implementation project of the ASEAN Outlook on the Indo-Pacific in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Ministry of Health launches new policy to promote breastfeeding
Breastfeeding is a vital component of infant health and development, providing essential nutrients that are crucial during the first months of life.
Government fends off cyberattacks, passes Bill to strengthen financial transparency
Significant attempts were made from overseas to hack into the government’s central network a few weeks ago, revealed Prime Minister Mark Brown.
Launch of late Sir Gaven Donne biography
On Saturday morning, Nick Donne launched the self-published biography of his father the late Sir Gaven Donne “No man is an Island” at the Bounty Bookshop in downtown Avarua, Rarotonga.
Police need numbers and bigger budget
Cook Islands Police Services media and strategic advisor Trevor Pitt says police have not suffered from a leadership vacuum or mismanagement but the issues they face are the inadequate appropriation of their annual budget and staff shortages.
Government agencies fail to submit reports: PAC chair calls for action
Nearly half of Cook Islands government agencies have failed to submit their mandatory reports to the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), and majority of those submitted are deemed substandard, according to PAC Chair Teokotai Herman.
Cook Islands at the International Court of Justice
Cook Islands has made history by concluding its participation in the oral hearings at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) regarding the request for an advisory opinion on the obligations of States in relation to climate change.
Parliament briefs:
Government has not made any considerations to re-establish the Vaka Council, says Prime Minister Mark Brown.
Man hospitalised after crashing into a power pole
A 34-year-old man was admitted to the Rarotonga Hospital after he crashed in Muri on Sunday morning. It is a suspected alcohol-related incident.
Emotional groundbreaking for Fale Niue
The Niue Community and Friends Inc, Society were overwhelmed to finally host their Groundbreaking ceremony for their Fale Niue Kūki ʻĀirani hostel in Tupapa.
Top cop position advertised
Opposition Leader Tina Browne says it is a relief to see a critical position in the police service finally advertised despite the delay—months after the previous Police Commissioner’s resignation left a leadership vacuum that has undermined the effectiveness of the Police Services and compromised public safety.
Utilities Bill to ensure efficient services: PM
Prime Minister Mark Brown says that the Utilities Regulations (Electricity, Water and Sewerage Services) Bill 2024 will ensure that electricity and water services are provided efficiently, safely, and reliably, while also being offered at fair prices for the long-term benefit of customers.
Positive feedback from cruise ship tourists
The third cruise ship of the season docked in Rarotonga on Friday, bringing hundreds of tourists eager to explore and spend in the Cook Islands.
Te Ipukarea Society: ‘Worm farming’, a fun composting process
Did you know, the presence of worms in your garden is a sign of having healthy soil? Worms help aerate the soil through their movements, allowing the roots of plants to receive more oxygen and nutrients.
Cooks delegation returns from roundtable talks
Australia recently hosted a Cook Islands delegation, under a tailored programme themed around connectivity, with delegates traveling to Sydney, Uluru, Canberra, Brisbane, and Lady Elliot Island to share perspectives and strengthen ties.
Alumni group frustrated with USP's failure to release Rarotonga meeting outcomes
Concerned alumni of the University of the South Pacific (USP) have expressed frustration over the delay in the release of outcomes from the 98th USP Council's meeting that was held in Rarotonga last month.
ABC Radio 91.5FM partners with DJ guru GDub
ABC Radio Australia has reconnected with audiences of Rarotonga on 91.5FM through a partnership with popular local DJ guru George “GDub” Williams radio 88FM station.
Gratitude and reflection at St Joseph’s prize-giving
Apii Saint Joseph’s Primary began their prize-giving event by attending a beautiful Thanksgiving Mass at the St Joseph’s Cathedral joined by their parents and families, to express gratitude for the blessings received throughout the year.
