Monday 6 February 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Features, In Depth
The status of Vodafone as the lead controller of the telecommunications market in the Cook Islands has come under scrutiny thanks to a major report.
Monday 6 February 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National, Technology
Billionaire Elon Musk’s Starlink – a high speed satellite internet venture – could soon be a player in the internet market in the Cook Islands.
Sunday 5 February 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National, Outer Islands
The Government is still considering offering low-interest loans to first-time home buyers to encourage them into the market.
Friday 3 February 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, Economy, National, Politics
Moves to remove homosexuality from the Crimes Act are still awaiting sign off from Crown Law.
Friday 3 February 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Kiribati, National, Politics, Regional
Prime Minister Mark Brown is welcoming Kiribati back into the fold of the Pacific Islands Forum.
Thursday 2 February 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National, Technology
A major telecommunications report has revealed a surge in dissatisfaction with Vodafone Cook Islands.
Wednesday 1 February 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
Cook Islands Touch Association commenced their season for 2023 and rain didn't dampen spirits at the National Stadium on Monday.
Wednesday 1 February 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National
Businesses which have received Covid-19 business grants may now have to pay tax on them.
Wednesday 1 February 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National, Outer Islands
Pa Enua MPs stand to earn an extra $200 per week thanks to a new Bill that alters the tax-free threshold for those living in the outer islands.
Tuesday 31 January 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National, Technology
People could have a better idea about what they’re getting charged for in their power bill under proposed new regulations.
Tuesday 31 January 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National, Travel
A backlog of flights is likely to remain for at least another week in Rarotonga, as the Auckland floods disrupt travel plans for thousands of visitors, with some people having to rebook for the end of the week.
Monday 30 January 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Crime, Local, National
Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown says the country’s laws on cannabis possession are ‘quite dated’.
Saturday 28 January 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National, Outer Islands
One of the first businesses of the new Government in Parliament will be to introduce tax relief for those living in the Pa Enua, says Prime Minister Mark Brown.
Saturday 28 January 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National, Travel
It was a surreal night for New Zealand-based Cook Islander Thomas Wynne as he came to the rescue of six Cook Islanders who were trapped in Wellington.
Friday 27 January 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National, Travel
Tourists from as far as Houston are stranded in Rarotonga due to the massive flooding in Auckland.
Friday 27 January 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands Tourism Corporation’s new destination and development manager is looking forward to a new approach to tourism.
Friday 27 January 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National
Ministry of Finance and Economic Management’s top economist says the Cook Islands is ‘on the comeback trail – but with some caveats’.
Friday 27 January 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands Tourism Corporation’s boss is expecting steady growth in visitor numbers this year, as the country looks to bounce back from Covid-19.
Thursday 26 January 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, National
Cook Islands Corrective Services employed a warden despite being aware that he had previous convictions for assault.
Thursday 26 January 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Fiji, Local, National, Regional
The Cook Islands Government has reaffirmed their intention to support a Micronesian candidate for the Pacific Islands Forum Secretary General role following reports that Henry Puna wants another crack at the top regional job.