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Cook Islands News, Are Tapu, Avarua (2025)

05/12/2025

Cook Islands Police say unlawful activity across key crime areas continues to decline, even as officers deal with a worrying rise in motor vehicle crashes heading into the festive season.
In their latest crime data update, Police reported that burglaries, unlawful taking of vehicles, and domestic violence assaults are all down on previous years.
Thefts remain on par with last year but are “at a reduced number overall compared to the years prior to 2024”.
According to Police, “Burglaries are currently trending 22% lower than last year while motorbikes reported stolen are 56% lower than 2024.

Cook Islands Police say unlawful activity across key crime areas continues to decline, even as officers deal with a worrying rise in motor vehicle crashes heading into the festive season.

05/12/2025

Despite Cook Islands economic success, the nation remains vulnerable to a range of external shocks, heavily relying on tourism and dependent on imported goods.
Ministry of Finance and Economic Management (MFEM) senior economist Joanna Smith explains this following the recent release of the 2025 Lowy Institute Pacific Aid Map that analyses trends and changes in official development finance to the Pacific Islands region, including the Cook Islands, from 2008 to 2023.
Smith said the 2025 Pacific Aid Map report draws attention to the tensions, “between our economic success and our inherent and ongoing vulnerabilities.”
She explains that in 2020, the OECD reclassified the Cook Islands as a high-income country.
“This meant we became ineligible for new official development assistance (ODA) grants, which are one important form of development partner support.
“But despite our economic success, our nation remains vulnerable to a range of external shocks.
“As the Lowy Report points out, our economy relies heavily on tourism, and we remain highly exposed to climatic shocks. Our very small size means we are dependent on imported goods."

Despite Cook Islands economic success, the nation remains vulnerable to a range of external shocks, heavily relying on tourism and dependent on imported goods.

04/12/2025

The Bankers Association of the Cook Islands (BACI) has warned that the Cryptocurrency (Ransomware Suppression) Bill 2025, if enacted, could have severe ramifications for the banking and finance sector.
BACI has strongly urged the Government to pause and engage in structured public consultation with key stakeholders including banks, the Chamber of Commerce, financial regulators, and the private sector before progressing any legislative steps to ensure ransomware suppression measures do not compromise financial connectivity, international compliance, or economic stability.

The Bankers Association of the Cook Islands (BACI) has warned that the Cryptocurrency (Ransomware Suppression) Bill 2025, if enacted, could have severe ramifications for the banking and finance sector.

04/12/2025

Apii Te Uki Ou held their prize-giving ceremony yesterday, acknowledging those who showed true dedication, commitment and hard work to their education of 2025. Pictured are the Overall Top Awards recipients, from left, Tangitoru Heather with Te Peu Award, Inano Urirau with Te Reo Award, Tungane Cummings with the Arts Award, Hiinaarii Taulu-Amo with the Sports Award, Grace Blacka with the Overall Top Student Dux Award and acting principal of Te Uki Ou, Liz Cribb. By Teitimoana Tairi.

Grace Blacka was named Dux of 2025 at Apii Te Uki Ou’s prize-giving event, recognising her as the school’s top student.

03/12/2025

The diplomatic fallout between New Zealand and the Cook Islands is a real chance for NZ Prime Minister Christopher Luxon to show leadership and mend relations, says Cook Islander Teanau Tuiono.
Tuiono, NZ Green Party MP, told Cook Islands News that like many Cook Islanders, “I have concerns about this deal with China and as a Green MP committed to environmental protection; I oppose deep-sea mining no matter who does it.
“However, this is a real chance for Prime Minister Luxon to show leadership. Instead, even after meeting Prime Minister (Cook Islands Mark) Brown, he’s simply passed the buck to his Foreign Minister.”
Tuiono’s comments follow recent written responses to his queries from the New Zealand government published on the New Zealand Parliament website in November.

The diplomatic fallout between New Zealand and the Cook Islands is a real chance for NZ Prime Minister Christopher Luxon to show leadership and mend relations, says Cook Islander Teanau Tuiono.

03/12/2025

After a six-year break, the 2025 Rakei Manava competition made a successful return in October, drawing crowds to Te Are Karioi Nui for a stunning showcase of Cook Islands creative talent.
Designers competed in four categories — the White Muumuu, Nature-inspired sections for male and female, and an open innovation category — presenting works that blended tradition, innovation, and cultural storytelling.
Building on that momentum, Tauranga Vananga (Ministry of Cultural Development) opens the Rakei Exhibition – Traditional Costume & Adornment, today 5pm, at the National Museum, running from December 3–19.

After a six-year break, the 2025 Rakei Manava competition made a successful return in October, drawing crowds to Te Are Karioi Nui for a stunning showcase of Cook Islands creative talent.

02/12/2025

The Ministry of Transport, MFAI and MCI have provided a response to CI News queries in relation to the article: “From Eagle S to 100 tankers”-(CI News Friday 28 November 2025)
Follow link to read full response.

MOT / MFAI / MCI Response: “From Eagle S to 100 tankers”-(CI News Friday 28 November 2025)

02/12/2025

Leader of the Opposition Tina Browne says revelations that more than 100 foreign oil tankers implicated in the illicit transport of Russian and Iranian crude have sailed under the Cook Islands flag represent a serious failure of national responsibility — and require immediate government action.
“These revelations have contributed to the deterioration of relations between the Cook Islands and New Zealand and have placed our country's international reputation at risk,” Browne said.
According to Browne, the government holds full responsibility not Maritime Cook Islands, a private agency operating the shipping registry.
Browne said it was critical for the public to understand that the Cook Islands Government cannot shift accountability for the vessels.

Leader of the Opposition Tina Browne says revelations that more than 100 foreign oil tankers implicated in the illicit transport of Russian and Iranian crude have sailed under the Cook Islands flag represent a serious failure of national responsibility — and require immediate government action.

02/12/2025

Thirteen artists will showcase their work in a landmark exhibition opening this Friday, December 5, 6pm, at Tavioni Gallery in Atupa, exploring identity, culture, and transformation.
Tavioni Gallery and Toki proudly present Aere’anga E Te Tupu’anga, a new exhibition bringing together inspiring works by visual artists from across the Cook Islands.

Thirteen artists will showcase their work in a landmark exhibition opening this Friday, December 5, 6pm, at Tavioni Gallery in Atupa, exploring identity, culture, and transformation.

02/12/2025

Tokouso – Samoa and Tonga Cook Islands have claimed a hard-fought 21–15 win over Tabusoro Fiji Cook Islands in the second match of the Cook Islands Rugby Union (CIRU) Vodafone Tri Nations 15s series, after a fierce arm-wrestle encounter that saw the lead change several times.
In a physical, grinding contest on Saturday, it was Tokouso’s dominant forward pack that laid the platform for victory.

Tokouso – Samoa and Tonga Cook Islands have claimed a hard-fought 21–15 win over Tabusoro Fiji Cook Islands in the second match of the Cook Islands Rugby Union (CIRU) Vodafone Tri Nations 15s series, after a fierce arm-wrestle encounter that saw the lead change several times.

02/12/2025

The 2025 BSP Netball in Paradise tournament kicked off to a strong start over the weekend, with more than 300 players launching straight into competition following the opening ceremony at the Multi-Sports Arena.
Netball Cook Islands president Ngere Puia-Fraser said the opening days ran smoothly, noting that the only challenge—as expected—was managing manpower behind the scenes.
“The teams were quite competitive across all the divisions, so it was great to see that competitiveness, even in the social event,” she said. “It is a social event, a fundraiser, but we find that each tournament that comes around, it's quite serious. So, that's great.”
All matches are being played at the National Sports Arena, with free entry for both participants and spectators.
Tournament play continues today and runs through Wednesday and Thursday, when the finals will be held. Prizegiving takes place on Friday at the Islander Hotel.

The 2025 BSP Netball in Paradise tournament kicked off to a strong start over the weekend, with more than 300 players launching straight into competition following the opening ceremony at the Multi-Sports Arena.

01/12/2025

USP welcomed many guests and former USP students to celebrate 50 years of education, dedication, and opportunities, highlighting the support USP has offered to many students who are residing in the Cook Islands.
Minister for Education, Vaine (Mac) Mokoroa, speaking at the event, encouraged local youth to consider furthering their education here in the Cook Islands at USP.
He noted that graduates are able to find employment in both the private and public sectors, which can help them, manage student loans.

USP welcomed many guests and former USP students to celebrate 50 years of education, dedication, and opportunities, highlighting the support USP has offered to many students who are residing in the Cook Islands.

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