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Articulate education dream, ex-NZ minister tells Cook Islands

A former New Zealand minister urged the Cook Islands to develop a focused action plan for culturally rooted education, emphasising community involvement and language preservation, at the inaugural education symposium last week.

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Justice of the Peace John Whitta presided over several cases on Tuesday at the Criminal Court in Avarua with two sentencings being adjourned due to various reasons.

Valero scoops $1143 worth of groceries in 60-second dash

Dressed in running shoes and a wide smile, Raul Valero looked cool and confident – albeit slightly nervous – as he prepared to sprint through the supermarket in CITC’s Woolworths Grocery Grab event yesterday.

Business


Donald Trump’s deep-sea mining order condemned as ‘militarisation’ of Pacific

United States President Donald Trump’s latest executive order aimed at boosting the deep-sea mining industry is a ‘contemporary militarisation of the Pacific region yet again’, says an advocate for ocean conservation and protection.

Environment


$35.7 million budget for Cook Islands National Health Plan

The Cook Islands Ministry of Health, Te Marae Ora (TMO), has revealed that the total projected cost to implement the National Health Strategic Plan 2023-2027 is approximately $35.7 million.

Health


Pa Enua strains under influx of mental health patients without local support

The growing number of Cook Islands patients with mental illness returning from overseas without adequate local support systems presents a significant challenge for frontline healthcare workers and volunteers in the Pa Enua.

Health


Colour and style winners crowned for autism awareness

Autism Cook Islands (ACI) announced the winners of its colouring competition and best-dressed participants at last month’s Blue Day event, at Nukutere College on Thursday last week.

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Elikana highlights ocean leadership and climate resilience at UNESCAP

Cook Islands, led by Tingika Elikana, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Immigration, attended the 81st Session of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP) from 21 to 25 April 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand.

Environment


Four arrested for drunk driving, driver nearly five times over legal limit

Traffic checkpoints set up by the Cook Islands Police Service over the weekend have started to yield positive results, as the heightened police presence on the roads appears to be making an impact.

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May 13, 2025

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Minister dismisses funding concerns over deportation of foreign offenders

Foreign nationals convicted of certain offences will be deported following a court order, with funding secured by either the Ministry of Justice or Immigration, according to the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Immigration, who dismissed concerns about a lack of resources hindering deportations.

Crime


Cook Islands nurses plea for ‘real action’ on International Day

As the Cook Islands joined the rest of the world in celebrating International Nurses Day yesterday, a call has been made to stakeholders to invest in nurses, not just in words, but through real, lasting action.

Health


Proud mum dances to third consecutive Te Mire Ura victory

Winning the 2025 Te Mire Ura experts’ female category for the third consecutive year, Uirangi Bishop couldn’t be prouder, especially as a young mother.

Culture


Fire incidents down but new risks, old challenges persist

The Puaikura Fire Brigade has reported a significant decrease in fire incidents this year compared to 2024, but emerging risks and persistent challenges continue to pose threats to community safety.

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Breast Cancer Foundation funds increased by 48.5 per cent over the year

The Cook Islands Breast Cancer Foundation (CIBCF) has reported a significant increase in its funds, marking a 48.5 per cent rise compared to the previous year.

Health


SBMA officials visit China for global deep sea science training workshop

Three staff from the Cook Islands Seabed Minerals Authority (SBMA) were among 22 international participants who recently took part in the third knowledge transfer training workshop organised and fully funded by the International Seabed Authority (ISA) and the Government of China.

Economy


No movement on Cook Islands-China deals months after signing

Three months after signing the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with China, Cook Islands Foreign Affairs Minister Tingika Elikana confirmed that no progress had been made in implementing the potential projects under the agreements signed between the two countries.

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Mental health services see growth, ongoing challenges

Mental health services in the Cook Islands have significantly expanded over the past four years, according to the recently released Cook Islands National Health Strategic Plan 2023-2027 (TMO Ara-Tango Anga’nga) by the Cook Islands Ministry of Health.

Health


Survey highlights urgent need to tackle single-use plastics

Cook Islands faces a significant challenge with single-use plastic pollution, driven by tourism and reliance on imports, impacting the environment and economy, but a recent survey reveals public awareness and willingness to adopt sustainable alternatives if accessible and affordable options and stronger regulations are in place.

Environment


Ko’anga Reo celebrates first graduate

Te Ko’anga Reo o Takitumu, a total immersion Māori early childhood centre, celebrated its first graduate on Friday.

Education


‘Become a Māori again’: Rebuilding education the Cook Islands way

A significant national event dedicated to revitalising education through culture, language and identity took place this week, drawing over 100 participants each day from May 5 to 8, at the National Sports Arena in Nikao.

Education


Historic election - Record number run for Mangaia mayor

Nine people are contesting the vacant Mangaia mayoral seat, making it the highest number of mayoral candidates in the Island Government Election.

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