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15 February 2025
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10 February 2025
No debt in China deal
8 February 2025
Thomas Wynne: Haka with the taniwha or dance with the dragon?
8 February 2025
‘Paedophile’ gets 13 years in prison
22 January 2025
Thomas Wynne: Where were our leaders while children suffered?
25 January 2025
$541.7m tourism earnings
25 January 2025
Cook Islands passport proposal
6 January 2025
Top cop position advertised
7 December 2024
Police need numbers and bigger budget
9 December 2024
Niki Rattle: A call for stronger human rights protections
10 December 2024
Solid and Hazardous Waste Bill referred to Parliament committee
10 December 2024
DPM defends CIIC finance and travel policies
6 December 2024
Cook Islands has its first mosque
14 November 2024
CI Muslim opens up about her faith and journey
16 November 2024
RAC to address mosque legality
19 November 2024
I don’t expect much change: PM Brown on US Elections
6 November 2024
Fifth weekly Sydney flight to Rarotonga announced
23 October 2024
CIIC directors seek $350,000 in damages over defamatory claims
21 October 2024
Man found guilty of rape, burglary
24 September 2024
Tenants face water bill burden
8 October 2024
Concerns over Minister’s role in inmate work releases: PAC
5 October 2024
Tourism contribution set to surpass half-billion dollar mark
25 September 2024
Parliament Clerk sparks outrage over deep sea mining statement
23 September 2024
Deep sea dilemma: Cook Islanders weigh the cost of mineral riches
21 September 2024
Anxiety on the rise: Cook Islands faces mental health challenge
7 September 2024
Cook Islands deep sea mining poll sparks controversy
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MCI rejects ‘dark fleet’ label
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Articles by CI News Staff
Cook Islands film ‘Stranded Pearl’ to reach global audience
Tuesday 18 February 2025 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Entertainment, Features
A Cook Islands-made film will be featured at international film festivals in Japan and New Zealand, and has secured distribution deals for in-flight entertainment and streaming services.
Cook Islands and China ink agreements, details pending
Friday 14 February 2025 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National
Cook Islands signed a number of bilateral cooperation documents with China following a meeting between Prime Minister Mark Brown and Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Friday in Harbin, China.
China to aid Cook Islands’ seabed mineral plans
Thursday 13 February 2025 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, National, Technology
Cook Islands is collaborating with China on seabed minerals exploration following discussions led by Prime Minister Mark Brown during his state visit this week.
Cook Islands ‘failed to properly consult’ on China deal, says New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister
Saturday 8 February 2025 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, Local, National, New Zealand, Regional
The diplomatic row between the Cook Islands and New Zealand over the China deal the Cook Islands is set to sign in the coming week continues despite brief talks over the phone between the leaders from the two countries.
Chinese ambassador’s second visit in a month focuses on ‘cooperation’
Friday 31 January 2025 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, National
The Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to the Cook Islands is visiting the country for the second time in just over a month.
20 teams eyed for Team Tri challenge
Friday 31 January 2025 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports, Triathlon
Fifteen teams of three triathletes each have registered for the the Annual BSP and KPMG Team Tri Competition this Saturday, February 1, at the Tikioki Tri Site.
Hit and run in Arorangi claims life
Thursday 30 January 2025 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Crime, National
An elderly woman died in a hit and run incident in Arorangi, on Tuesday night, marking the second road fatality in the country this year.
Tennis Cook Islands squad ready to serve at East Pacific Regional Championships
Thursday 30 January 2025 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports, Tennis
A determined squad of 13 players from Tennis Cook Islands departed for Apia, Samoa, yesterday to compete in the highly anticipated East Pacific Regional Championships (EPRC).
Arorangi Bears roar into 13s season with new coach Nepia
Wednesday 29 January 2025 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
Rarotonga clubs are gearing up for the 2025 Cook Islands Rugby League domestic 13s competition, which kicks off next Friday, February 7.
Secondment on the table as Police struggle to fill roles
Friday 24 January 2025 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National
Seconding officers from other jurisdictions could be an option for the Cook Islands Police, who are facing recruitment challenges.
National darts team eyes gold in South Pacific Championship
Wednesday 15 January 2025 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Other Sports, Sports
Ten top players from the “golden” Darts Cook Islands Association are set to defend their historic gold medals at the 4th South Pacific Darts Championship (SPDA) to be held at the Metro Gym in Suva, Fiji, from January 20-26.
Cook Islands 7s team unveils ambitious plan to elevate performance
Wednesday 15 January 2025 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The Cook Islands men’s sevens team plans to implement a series of initiatives this year to become competitive at international tournaments.
Prominent Cook Islander charged over Boxing Day property intrusion
Wednesday 15 January 2025 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Crime, National
A prominent Cook Islander has been charged and will appear in court tomorrow in relation to a highly publicised property intrusion incident on Boxing Day.
Cook Islands Triathlon season kicks off with Kids Aquathon
Tuesday 14 January 2025 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
The 2025 Cook Islands Triathlon season is underway with trainings on Thursdays from 5pm and Saturdays from 3pm at the Tri Site in Tikioki.
Technical difficulties disrupt Nines
Saturday 11 January 2025 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The second day of the Cook Islands Rugby League Nines in Paradise tournament was cut short last night due to faulty stadium lights at Nikao.
Dark horses eyeing upset wins as Cook Islands Nines in Paradise kicks off
Thursday 9 January 2025 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Two of the dark horses in the Cook Islands Rugby League Nines in Paradise tournament are hoping to give big guns in the men’s competition a good run for their money this weekend.
Lady Panthers part of 9s League competition
Wednesday 8 January 2025 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Coach Wallace Aroita says he is looking forward to seeing Lady Panthers participate at this year’s 9s in Paradise Tournament.
‘Love, faith, people’: Emile-Brown honoured for service to Cook Islands community
Saturday 4 January 2025 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National
Three New Zealand-based Cook Islanders were awarded the King's Service Medal for their dedicated service to the Cook Islands and Pacific communities.
Cook Islands 7s reflect on Oceania performance
Friday 3 January 2025 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The Cook Islands men’s 7s team has identified key performance areas for improvement following the Oceania 7s tournament in December, which showcased promising young talent and sets the stage for future international success.
PM urges Cook Islanders to consider passport proposal despite opposition
Friday 3 January 2025 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Culture, Local, National, Politics
Prime Minister Mark Brown is urging Cook Islanders to ‘not be afraid of the discussions that may need to be had’ regarding the proposal for a Cook Islands passport.