Local

Resort leads the way for Earth Hour

Thursday 28 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Local, National, Weekend

Several businesses and households across Rarotonga participated in Earth Hour on Saturday by turning off their lights for an hour.

Features


Rarotonga families sprout new skills at vegetable planting workshop

Thursday 28 March 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, Local, National

Families were delighted to take home a large number of pinapi (bok choy) seedling plants from the Ministry of Agriculture vegetable planting workshop initiated by the Cook Islands Child Welfare Association (CICWA).

Environment


New clerk pledges to learn and serve

Wednesday 27 March 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Local, National

Dr Tuaine Unuia has hit the ground running in his new role as the O-Tari-Kura o te Are Ariki (Clerk of the House of Ariki) earlier this week, welcomed by members of Te Are Ariki.

Culture


Teenager confirmed wearing ‘approved helmet’ in crash

Wednesday 27 March 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National

Cook Islands Police have confirmed the teenager injured in a crash last Friday was wearing a ‘fully approved’ German helmet.

Local


Farmers divided over domestic consumption, export potentials

Tuesday 26 March 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, Local, National

Former Agriculture minister, Kiriau Turepu, sparked debate recently by suggesting that exporting produce should not be a priority for Cook Islands growers.

Environment


AKTT Atiu youths to host fishing competition this Easter

Tuesday 26 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, Local, National, Outer Islands

The Atiu branch of Kōrero o te ‘Ōrau’s ‘Ātui’anga ki te Tango (AKTT) programme has already begun the year activating their community and assisting around the island whenever and wherever they can.

Education


Water contamination in petrol affects vehicles on Rarotonga

Tuesday 26 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Local, National

Six vehicles are being inspected for damage believed to have been caused by water contamination in petrol provided by a local supplier.

Economy


CIIC announces new chairs for TAU and Ports Authority

Monday 25 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, Local, National

The chairs of two of important government agencies are stepping down and new chairs appointed in their place.

Economy


Six dog breeds banned in Cook Islands due to ‘temperament issues’

Monday 25 March 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Crime, Local, National

Six breeds of dogs are banned in the Cook Islands, according to Police spokesperson Trevor Pitt. They are American Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Terrier, Pit Bull Terrier, Bull Dogs, Doberman, and Rottweilers.

Crime


Preserving paradise: Cook Islands shares ra’ui knowledge in Hawai’i

Saturday 23 March 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Environment, Features, Local, National

Representatives from the Cook Islands are participating in the University of Hawai’i Rāhui (Ra’ui) Workshop to learn more about traditional ra’ui management systems for marine resources.

Art


Cook Islands promotes trust industry in US

Saturday 23 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

The Cook Islands Financial Services Development Authority (FSDA) promoted the Cook Islands trust industry at a major estate planning event in the United States last week.

Local


Kermode soars towards dream

Saturday 23 March 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Local, National, Weekend

Fuelled by a passion for aviation and a relentless drive to conquer the skies, a determined 18-year-old Kanoa Kermode has set his sights on joining the Australian Defence Force (ADF) next month, with the ultimate goal of becoming a pilot.

Features


Cook Islands celebrates World Water Day despite ongoing shortages

Friday 22 March 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, Local, National

Cook Islands joins the world in celebrating World Water Day today, despite recent challenges with water shortages in homes, especially those living in the Pa Enua.

Environment


Fertiliser shortage threatens crops, says former Agriculture minister

Friday 22 March 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, Local, National

Cook Islands growers face a crisis as fertiliser and spray shortages threaten crops across Rarotonga and the Pa Enua islands.

Environment


Residents concerned about high power bills despite explanation

Thursday 21 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National

A Rarotonga resident is calling for government intervention to improve power bill readings or introduce another provider to create competition.

Local


Schools ban fizzy drinks in bid to improve children’s health

Thursday 21 March 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, Health, Local, National

As of today, fizzy drinks will be banned in the primary schools who have signed an agreement with Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health.

Education


Government agencies spend over $150,000 on directors’ course

Thursday 21 March 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, Local, National

Government agencies have spent over $150,000 on a five-and-a-half-day directors’ course being held at The Rarotongan Beach Resort this week.

Economy


Takitumu Conservation Area set to become first OECM in Pacific

Tuesday 19 March 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, Local, National

In a first for the Cook Islands as well as the rest of the Pacific, the Takitumu Conservation Area (TCA) will be submitted to be internationally recognised as an Other Effective area-based Conservation Measure (OECM).

Environment


Dr Tuaine Unuia appointed new Clerk of the House of Ariki

Tuesday 19 March 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Crime, Local, National

Dr Tuaine Unuia, clinical manager of Te Marae Ora Dental Clinic, has been appointed the new O-Tari-Kura o te Are Ariki (Clerk of the House of Ariki).

Crime


Cook Islands to seek rebate on New Zealand tyre levy

Monday 18 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National, Parliament

The Cook Islands government will approach New Zealand regarding a newly imposed tyre levy, seeking an exemption or rebate similar to VAT exemption on exports.

Local


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