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2023 National Netball Squad confirmed
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Medals for Cook Islands Oe Vaka at World Champs
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Government owed $255k in late loan repayments
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‘Rarotonga is not safe’: Police
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TMO responds to anti-obesity drug proposal
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Two year, three months’ jail for $118,000 forgery
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‘Pick up your mess’: Rubbish dumped behind Parliament
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TMO responds to anti-obesity drug proposal
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Puna reiterates support to Cook Islands
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Humble Warrior Punches for Gold
15 July 2023
Corruption report exposes ‘bribe and sexual favours’
17 January 2023
Bigger and busier 2023: PM
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Corruption in the Cook Islands?
21 January 2023
Health ministry focuses on NCDs and mental health
23 January 2023
Reported domestic ‘violent’ incidents on the rise: Police
23 January 2023
Tragedy: Mother drowns trying to save daughter
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A year of ‘marked progress’
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Women arrested following Nikao assault incident
Two women aged 32 and 19 are to appear in court following an alleged assault in Nikao.
Kiwi tourists convicted, fined following drunken incidents
Two Kiwi visitors have appeared in court and been ordered to pay fines on two separate matters involving the consumption of alcohol.
First aid saves lives
World First Aid Day is an annual observance held on the second Saturday of September each year serving as a global platform to raise awareness about the importance of first aid knowledge and skills in saving lives.
Marumaru Atua heads for Palmerston
Vaka Marumaru Atua has departed for Palmerston Island on a chartered trip to collect the Project Working Group (PWG) who are working with the island community to address the rat problem.
Visitor appears in court following Tourism office crash
Several court matters were presided by Justice of the Peace John Whitta at Criminal Court in Rarotonga on September 7.
Cook Islands in Executive Council for UNESCO’s Oceanographic Commission
Cook Islands has been elected to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) Executive Council of the Intergovernmental Oceanic Commission (IOC) for 2023 – 2025.
Agriculture staff in para-veterinary class
Six Ministry of Agriculture biosecurity and livestock staff have been attending a veterinary summer class, and at the end of the year, the successful participants will receive certification from SPC and the Ministry of Agriculture.
Cruise ship makes unplanned stop due to medical incidents
Cruise ship Coral Princess made an unplanned stop in Rarotonga on Tuesday as two people required medical attention, while it is understood a passenger on an inbound Air New Zealand flight to Rarotonga died this week.
Battling the stigma of mental health across the Pacific
Mental health remains a stigma in the Pacific, but there might be some good news out of the Cook Islands. Caleb Fotheringham of RNZ reports.
Minister denies involvement with South Korean cult Grace Rd Church
Minister Vaine “Mac” Mokoroa has been quick to dismiss suggestions that members of the controversial South Korean cult Grace Road Church have recently visited the Cook Islands, while others remain silent.
Lahaina fundraising event brings in $10k and more to come . .
Rarotonga turned up in the wind and rain as part of a combined effort to support the fire destroyed town of Lahaina, in Maui, Hawaii.
Cooks resort group nabs three trophies at travel awards
A Cook Islands resort group has scooped three trophies at the World Travel Awards.
A dream catch . . .
Visitors on board a Raro Fishing Charters vessel eturned to Avatiu Harbour ecstatic as they had just become part of their very own extraordinary fishing tale, reeling in their biggest fish ever.
Drug importation accused released on bail, with curfews and to remain in Cook Islands
Two men charged separately for alleged importation of drugs while arriving on separate flights to Rarotonga last week have been granted bail.
College students step up for showcase
Tereora College students are gearing up to showcase their exceptional talents and creativity in the highly anticipated Tūrangavaevae Performing Arts assessment.
Police concerned about future of road safety
Police have raised concerns about the future of road safety in the Cook Islands, with young drivers over represented in the number of traffic infringements dished out over the past three months.
Supporting international charter flights to Aitutaki
Should there be an increase in international charter flights to Aitutaki, basing border officials in Aitutaki will be explored, says Principal Immigration Officer, Chere Arthur.
Court brief September 1
A number of criminal matters were called before Chief Justice Patrick Keane via audio visual link at the Criminal High Court in Avarua on September 1.
Air NZ chief executive to visit Rarotonga amidst tourism anger
Air New Zealand’s chief executive officer Greg Foran is scheduled to be in Rarotonga in November.
Acting Prime Minister Albert Nicholas hospitalised following medical event
Acting Prime Minister Albert Nicholas has been flown to New Zealand following a medical event, leaving Minister Vainetutai Rose Toki-Brown to take the reins.
Cook Islanders recognised by Pasifika Medical Association
The 27th Annual Pasifika Medical Association (PMA) conference on Rarotonga (6-8 September) closed yesterday at Te Are Karioi Nui, and continues in Aitutaki on September 11.
Drug importation allegations: Two accused say it was done for others
Allegation have been made by two accused men who appeared in court on separate charges that the drugs imported were for ‘others’. Police should make enquiries this weekend, Justice Colin Doherty says.
