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New community Covid-19 cases in NZ lead to travel bubble uncertainty
Thursday 12 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Health, National
Both governments are monitoring two new community Covid-19 cases in NZ that could affect talks on a travel bubble.
New chair’s appointment to key government agency questioned
Thursday 12 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National
Questions have been raised over the appointment of ‘controversial’ local broadcaster George Pitt to the role of Business Trade and Investment Board chair.
Water tanks for Mauke
Thursday 12 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Outer Islands
Eight concrete tanks will be constructed on Mauke to improve the island’s water storage capacity.
Cricket’s top of the table clash
Wednesday 11 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Cricket, Sports
Tit-for-tat battles are expected in the final rounds of Rarotonga Club cricket competition.
Letters: Challenges of a travel bubble
Wednesday 11 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Readers weigh in on the potential for a travel bubble between Cook Islands and New Zealand, as well as the recent US election.
Tourism industry eager for bubble, ready for visitors
Wednesday 11 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National
The tourism industry says it’s ready to welcome visitors, but opening borders before Government financial support ends will be crucial for the sector to retain hospitality workers.
‘To change the world, we must change the way we see it first’ - Photos expose controversial industry
Wednesday 11 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Art, Features
Local photographer Alex King's recent exhibition in Rarotonga sheds light on the environmental effects of the palm oil industry.
Runway repairs at Rarotonga International Airport to begin early December
Wednesday 11 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
Long-awaited runway repairs at Rarotonga International Airport are finally set to begin as talks for a Cooks-NZ travel bubble take shape.
Solving Avatiu’s flooding problem
Wednesday 11 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Drainage works around the Avatiu roundabout is being hoped to solve flooding problems that continuously occur during heavy rain. Cole Hunt, the managing director of Pandanus Petrol and Oil Limited that has suffered damages from flooding, says the work has partially helped ease water flow but hasn’t solved the problem altogether. “It has been a […]
Fiji Residents eye flying start
Tuesday 10 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Domestic competition stars to boost Fiji Residents team at the Tri Nations rugby series.
Letter: ‘All I want for Christmas’
Tuesday 10 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
"My beef is that the Cook Islands are Covid free, no reported cases, ever, period, but New Zealand will not label us as a “low risk” country."
Local youth among world’s heaviest, study finds
Tuesday 10 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Health, National
An international study paints a stark picture for youth in the Cook Islands, who are found to be among the most overweight in the world.
Use it, don’t abuse it! Petrol station asks public to respect free tire pressure service
Tuesday 10 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
A local petrol station is calling on the public to take good care of a free service they are providing or risk losing it. Pandanus Petrol and Oil Limited is disappointed at the lack of care for their tyre pressure gauges which were found broken again. Company managing director Cole Hunt said they have had […]
Police arrest young man in theft case
Tuesday 10 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
A young man alleged to have stolen a large sum of cash from a Matavera property will appear in court on Thursday. Cook Islands Police said the man was arrested on Friday and is remanded at the Arorangi prison. Police also received report of a break-in at Packed Rite Store in Titikaveka, on Friday at […]
Cooks top choice for Kiwi travelers
Tuesday 10 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
Survey reveals traveler preferences in the Covid-19 era will include upmarket accommodation options, flexible booking arrangements, and a need for strict hygiene practices.
Questions raised over recruitment for key public service roles
Tuesday 10 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National
Government assures they are following due process for the advertising, selection and appointment of two senior government positions.
Building a legacy - developing a sustainable development agenda
Tuesday 10 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
The Cook Islands National Sustainable Development Agenda 2020+ will be ready for endorsement by April next year.
Letter: Play your part in Covid battle
Monday 9 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
The majority of people who are returning back to the Cooks are returning residents and they are coming via Auckland airport; we currently have no cases in Auckland. Rather than bagging people or arguing on Facebook because that’s clearly not going to solve this decision and trying to execute the PM and his Cabinet, why […]
Recently installed automatic weather stations in northern group aim for more accurate forecasts
Monday 9 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National
Recently installed automatic weather stations in several northern group islands will allow Cook Islands Meteorological Service staff to make better forecasts.
Drive for better tourism stats begins
Monday 9 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National
The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) is leading an effort to improve the gathering of data that can properly evaluate the impact tourism has on the environment and people’s lives.
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