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‘Understaffed’ Cook Islands Police assist Samoa with CHOGM security

The “understaffed” Cook Islands Police have sent two of their senior officers to Samoa to assist the country with hosting of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) next week.

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Panthers unbeaten at Papeete 7s

Tupapa Panthers finished day one of the Papeete Sevens tournament in Tahiti, French Polynesia, undefeated after three wins yesterday.

Fijian staff celebrate Independence Day with Cook Islands colleagues

Thirty Fijian national staff of Club Raro Resort in Rarotonga celebrated the independence of their homeland with their Cook Islands colleagues, showcasing Fijian culture, on Thursday.

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Aussie swimmers soak up local culture at Cook Islands Games opening

A group of Australian swimmers from Bondi Beach, known as the “4 Seasons Swim”, have arrived in Rarotonga just in time for the 2024 Cook Islands Games. Fourteen swimmers from the visiting group arrived with the goal of swimming and experiencing the beautiful oceans of the Cook Islands. Last night, they were at the National […]

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Raising awareness on gender-based violence

A representative from Punanga Tauturu Inc., the Cook Islands Women’s Counselling Centre, recently attended a regional training programme on Gender-Based Violence against Women and Girls/Children, gaining valuable knowledge and skills to combat gender-based violence in the local community.

Fiji


Fiji coup leader George Speight seems unlikely to seek political role - academic

A Fiji politics watcher doubts the 2000 coup frontman George Speight will seek to involve himself in Fijian politics, after being released from prison last week.

Fiji


Kiribati increasingly in thegrip of ‘authoritarianism’

Kiribati is becoming a one-party state while the delivery of basic services is near collapse, according to the opposition leader in the last parliament, Tessie Lambourne.

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‘Netball is in our DNA’: Cook Islands hosts Netball World Youth Cup Qualifier

Netball Cook Islands is proudly hosting the 2024 Netball World Youth Cup Oceania Qualifier from September 16-21 in collaboration with the Oceania Netball federation.

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Graham takes over as New Zealand High Commissioner to Cook Islands

The newly appointed New Zealand High Commissioner to the Cook Islands, Catherine Graham, assumed the role yesterday taking over from Tui Dewes whose term came to an end on September 8.

Local


Pacific nations unite to combat cyber threats at regional meeting

The Pacific Cyber Security Operational Network (PaCSON) is an operational cyber security network that plays a vital role in enhancing cyber security in the Pacific region.

National


Transformational changes needed for Pacific resilience: PM Brown

Cook Islands Prime Minister and former Forum Chair Mark Brown has called for transformational changes to achieve a resilient Pacific, urging Pacific leaders and partners to go beyond incremental solutions and embrace bold reforms to address key regional challenges outlined in the 2050 Strategy.

Pacific Islands


Water conference opens door to solutions

Cook Islands, hosting the 15th Pacific Water and Wastewater Conference and Expo, has opened the door to various opportunities and solutions, which have proven timely given its current water crisis.

Environment


PM Brown passes Smaller Island States chair to Micronesia

Prime Minister Mark Brown handed over the chairmanship of the Smaller Island States (SIS) to the President of the Federated States of Micronesia, Wesley Simina, last week.

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DPM seeks regional support for water, wastewater issues

Cook Islands’ growing water crisis during dry spells, alongside other countries’ needs, are being addressed at the Pacific Water and Wastewater Conference, held this week Rarotonga.

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PM Brown urges Pacific unity on deep-sea mining

Cook Islands Prime Minister and former chair of the Forum, Mark Brown is urging Pacific Island leaders to come together on a collective stance on deep-sea mining, ahead of a key talanoa session set for next month.

Environment


Pacific ministers gather to discuss water and wastewater challenges

Twenty Pacific islands ministers have gathered in Rarotonga this week to discuss solutions and ideas to combat water and wastewater threats.

Environment


PM Brown, Cook Islands delegation pay their respects to Māori Kīngi Tūhetia

Prime Minister Mark Brown arrived at Tūrangawaewae Marae yesterday for the tangihanga (tangi) of Kīngi Tūheitia Pōtatau Te Wherowhero VII, the seventh Māori king, and to pay his respect to the Kīngitanga.

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Kīngi Tūheitia’s legacy remembered

Cook Islands High Commissioner to New Zealand, Kairangi Samuela, paid tribute to Kīngi Tūheitia, acknowledging his significant contributions to strengthening the relationship between the Cook Islands and Aotearoa New Zealand.

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‘His legacy is one of unity and strength’: Cook Islands mourn the loss of Māori King

The Cook Islands community is deeply saddened by the passing of Kīngi Tūheitia Paki, the Māori King, who was a frequent and cherished visitor to the islands.

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Cook Islands gift Mangaian Toki to Tongan PM

Prime Minister Mark Brown presented Tonga’s Prime Minister, Hu’akavameiliku Siaosi Sovaleni, with a Toki – a ceremonial adze – on behalf of the government and people of the Cook Islands this week in Nuku’alofa.

Pacific Islands


PM Brown pushes for more funding for Pacific Resilience Facility

The Pacific Resilience Facility (PRF) which was initiated under Prime Minister Mark Brown’s leadership as the chair of the Pacific Islands Forum, is currently sitting at approximately US$200 million (NZ$317.84m), only 13 per cent of the initial US$1.5 billion target.

Economy


Cook Islands discusses statehood with New Caledonia

Prime Minister Mark Brown met with President of New Caledonia, Louis Mapou, this week to strengthen support and discuss future collaborations.

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