Young voters voice concerns on cost of living, water charges ahead of election Monday 10 August 2026 | Written by Teitimoana Tairi | Published in Election 2026, Local, National ShareAs the general election approaches, Cook Islands youth are raising concerns about the cost of living, public services, infrastructure, water charges and the direction of the country. As the general election approaches, Cook Islands youth are raising concerns about the cost of living, public services, infrastructure, water charges and the direction of the country.