Thursday 25 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Local, National
The Cook Islands Airport Authority is moving into the second phase of the multi-million dollar project to replace the old concrete slabs.
Wednesday 24 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
A 40-year-old tourist was located at the Ikurangi track after a night in the cold, and police say it was not exactly a rescue mission for them since the tourist took care of herself and was still fit.
Wednesday 24 January 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health, Local, National
Cook Islands has ranked poorly in the Pacific according to a Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Global Monitoring Report, produced by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the World Bank.
Tuesday 23 January 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
Puaikura Volunteer Fire Brigade has new resources in the battle against the blaze.
Tuesday 23 January 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, Local, National
In the lead up to next week’s 50th anniversary celebration of the Rarotonga International Airport, passengers on “Flight Bus Number 50” public tour broke into heartfelt island songs, cherishing the milestone moment of riding along the airport runway.
Monday 22 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
The Cook Islands Land Transport Authority saw increased licence renewals, policy development, and promising initiatives in Pa Enua, with road safety collaboration and legislative review planned for the future.
Monday 22 January 2024 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Economy, Local, National, Travel
The Cook Islands economy is bracing for a more than $2 million loss in revenue when direct flights from Australia are suspended for the final month of summer.
Monday 22 January 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, Local, National
A $1.7 million fleet of electric cars bought by the government were not compatible with the intended charging station at Te Aponga Uira (TAU), forcing authorities to install two at the Office of the Prime Minister. Al Williams reports.
Saturday 20 January 2024 | Written by Candice Luke | Published in Local, National
Popular fast-food chains like KFC and McDonald’s are treats many locals request to be brought in by friends and family visiting from overseas.
Saturday 20 January 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
The nation’s only public elevator is back in action, but what exactly caused it to fail has contactors stumped.
Saturday 20 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Culture, Education, Local, National
Cook Islands NGO Kōrero o te ‘Ōrau is calling on parents to re-engage with their children following recent police investigations into a 13-year-old involved in burglary and other offences.
Friday 19 January 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Parliament
Cook Islands is reforming its land laws and will hold public meetings in New Zealand, Australia, and Cook Islands to gather input from both residents and overseas Cook Islanders.
Friday 19 January 2024 | Written by Candice Luke | Published in Local, National
Two thousand (2000) reflective dog collars will adorn the necks of the islands’ pups after a donation from Californian attorney, Annette Borzakian.
Friday 19 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
The cargo vessel Imua arrived safely at the Avatiu Port yesterday after anchoring outside the port since Sunday, bringing in relief to Rarotonga businesses.
Friday 19 January 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Education, Local, National
Cook Islands Sports and National Committee (CISNOC) senior officials, including incoming Education Secretary Owen Lewis, are scheduled to fly out to Aitutaki today to discuss his future over the weekend. Al Williams reports.
Thursday 18 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Local, National
A total of 348 small motorised vessels (SMVs) were registered and entered into the Ministry of Transport database last year.
Thursday 18 January 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Vaka Marumaru Atua and Vaka Paikea have been relocated to the western seaside of Constitution Park to make way for developments for the Te Tau Papa o Avarua project.
Thursday 18 January 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Crime, Local, National
A Rarotonga retailer caught up in a police investigation says the discovery of narcotics in a shipping container came as a ‘big surprise’.
Wednesday 17 January 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, Health, Local, National
Water levels in the Rarotonga catchments have quickly fallen again as the island hopes for more rain.
Wednesday 17 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National, Weather
Children enjoyed their day at the beach at the Nikao Social Centre yesterday, beating the heat in Rarotonga.