Last Thursday, Autism Cook Islands (ACI) held a double celebration, marking the end of their last cooking session before the Term 2 break.
Te Are Manu vet clinic recently visited the outer islands of Atiu, Mitiaro, Mangaia and Mauke, providing essential health checks and desexing services to animals, and plans to continue these crucial visits as funding allows.
Cook Islands Ports Authority (CIPA) has confirmed that they are working closely with the Ministry of Finance and Economic Management (MFEM) and Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) on a solution to clear its remaining ADB loan repayment.
The High Court of the Cook Islands adjourned all criminal matters related to excess breath alcohol (EBA) as advice is being sought from Crown Law on the procedures done to conduct the EBA tests.
Moana Minerals chief executive Hans Smit says the company is taking its deep-sea mining message to the Pa Enua this week in a bid to win over public opinion – ‘not with spin, but with facts’.
The growing presence and influence of organised gang members from New Zealand with Cook Islands heritage is causing serious concern for local authorities, with Police confirming that the Cook Islands is one of the destinations affected by transnational gang mobility across the Pacific.
Cook Islands Immigration wants to reintroduce mandatory breaks and permit limitations for expat workers, which have been criticised as unfair and a step backwards.
The Cook Islands Red Cross Society celebrated a successful World Blood Donor Day this week, drawing strong support from donors and the local community.
The Young Enterprise Scheme (YES) programme pitch event recently welcomed 11 teams from Tereora College's Level 2 business class, giving them the opportunity to present their innovative ideas and showcase their products after months of planning and creation.
Opposition leader Tina Browne is calling for a “national pause” on the Cook Islands’ deep sea mining ambitions, warning that the country is risking its oceanic heritage and identity by charging ahead with a decision that could have irreversible consequences.
The Cook Islands Breast Cancer Foundation (CIBCF) is inviting local artists and designers to create a bold new logo that will represent the Foundation into the next decade — and mark the 60th anniversary of the Cook Islands becoming self-governing in free association with New Zealand.
Te Tu’anga Taporoporo/National Environment Service (NES) has released the Rarotonga Southern Passages Environmental Management Plan 2025–2028 for public consultation and comment.
With her strong desire and enthusiasm to continue supporting the people of Tutakimoa and their land, Mareana Papera-Howard was elected as the new Pu Tapere.
Tereora College teams made a clean sweep, winning the top three prizes at the CITC Pump the Beats Te Emo’anga Tangi Kaara 2025 secondary schools drumming competition on Thursday night.
Apii Avarua Kia Rangatira once again demonstrated their exceptional talent and hard work, securing first place in the CITC Pump the Beats – Te Emo’anga Tangi Kaara primary school competition at the National Auditorium on Wednesday night.
World Blood Donor Day 2025 will be celebrated today, and the Cook Islands Red Cross Society is calling on the public to join the global effort to ‘Give Hope’ through blood donation.
The Cook Islands’ Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration has not issued a stop notice or deported foreign expats convicted of serious crimes in almost a decade.
Prime Minister Mark Brown attended the Blue Economy and Finance Forum (BEFF) earlier this week at the invitation of Prince Albert II of Monaco, reaffirming the Cook Islands’ leadership in sustainable ocean governance and blue economic development.
In a warm display of traditional Cook Islands hospitality, Makea Nui Takau Susan Ariki and the kopu tangata (extended family) are inviting members of the public to a special “umu” feast this afternoon at 4pm at Te Are Karioi Nui/National Auditorium.
The New Zealand Police Commissioner has pledged continued support to help build the capabilities of the Cook Islands Police Service and to address growing concerns around transnational gang activity involving gang members with Cook Islands heritage based in New Zealand.
Local shipping company Taio Shipping says the recent freight rate increases introduced by international carrier Matson South Pacific are placing added pressure on their operating costs, with the ripple effects likely to be felt by Cook Islands consumers in the Pa Enua.
Nukutere College will mark its return to the CITC Pump the Beats – Te Emo’anga Tangi Kaara 2025 tonight in the Secondary Schools Drumming Challenge at the National Auditorium.