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Articles by CI News Staff
Changes to BCI board
Tuesday 16 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
The board of the Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) has announced changes to the board of the Bank of Cook Islands (BCI).
Bears end 20-year drought
Monday 15 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
Arorangi Bears premier men’s side ended their 20-year drought in the Cook Islands Rugby League domestic 13s competition after beating defending champions Tupapa Panthers in a pulsating final at Nukupure Park in Ngatangiia on Saturday.
Police investigate homicide, off duty officer stabbed
Monday 15 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Crime, National
Police are continuing with a homicide investigation after a 29 year-old man was fatally stabbed on Saturday night.
League final bound to be a cracker
Saturday 13 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports, Triathlon
When defending champions Tupapa Panthers and Arorangi Bears meet in the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition final this afternoon, one thing is guaranteed – an entertaining clash, one not to be missed.
Furniture Centre: Beating cooler days with ‘hot’ deals
Thursday 11 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Features, Go Local
Businesses are getting ready for the Mother’s Day rush.
Mother's Day: Gift your mum something special
Thursday 11 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Features, Go Local
Shop at Island Craft Limited and choose exclusive, unique bouquets designed to impress your mum on Mother’s Day.
Mother's Day: Dine-in-deal at OTB this Mother’s Day
Thursday 11 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Features, Go Local
Are you looking for a place to give your mum a treat this Mother’s Day?
Mother's Day: Resorts offer buffet specials
Thursday 11 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Features, Go Local
People are expecting to plate up on Mother’s Day, with most of the resorts offering buffet deals.
‘A new breed rising’: Bears stick to basics
Tuesday 9 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
A disappointed Avatiu Nikao Eels coach conceded their defeat to Arorangi Bears in the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s premier men’s semi-final saying they lost to a better side on the day.
It’s Bears versus Panthers final!
Monday 8 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
Arorangi Bears stunned the minor premiership holders Avatiu Nikao Eels on Saturday to book their place in the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s premier men’s final this weekend.
Lady Panthers book final spot
Saturday 6 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
The Lady Panthers side is through to the Cook Islands Rugby League women’s competition final after beating Lady Eels 14-8 in an exciting and close semi-final at Victoria Park yesterday.
Bowls selectors ‘keep the faith’
Thursday 4 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Boxing, Sports
‘Don’t change a winning team,’ is a cry often heard in the sporting world, and the Cook Islands Bowls selectors are living up those words after retaining the team that enjoyed significant success in the recent Oceania Challenge tournament, for the upcoming World Bowls Championships.
Archrivals Titikaveka, Avatiu remain unbeaten in premier grade
Wednesday 3 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Netball, Sports
Giants Titikaveka and Avatiu premier teams remain unbeaten after week three matches in the Rarotonga Netball Club Competition.
Cook Islands Triathlon prepares for ‘big week of events’
Tuesday 2 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports, Triathlon
The Cook Islands Triathlon Association is looking forward to a big week of events which surround the annual Air New Zealand Rarotonga Triathlon to be held this Saturday.
‘Never say die’ attitude puts Panthers into final
Tuesday 2 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
An inspiring half time talk from coach Darren Piri saw defending champions Tupapa Panthers get their act together to outmuscle Avatiu Nikao Eels for a spot in next weekend’s final.
Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting to be held in November
Tuesday 2 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Pacific Islands Forum, Politics, Regional
The date for the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting (PILFM) in the Cook Islands has been confirmed. The 52nd Forum Meeting, held in the Cook Islands for the first time since 2012, will take place between November 6 to 10.
Iro to help prepare Pacific Games squad
Monday 1 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
Cook Islands rugby league head coach Tony Iro will assist the Pacific Games coach Clive Nicholas with their train on squad at 5pm today at Aretere Park in Avatiu.
Comeback kings: Defending champions Panthers stun Eels to book final spot
Monday 1 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
Defending champions Tupapa Panthers are through to the premier men’s final after a hard-fought win against Avatiu Nikao Eels in the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition playoff at Aretere Park on Saturday.
Top four battle in league
Saturday 29 April 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Close and exciting battles are expected in the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition playoffs when the top four premier men’s teams clash at Aretere Park in Avatiu this afternoon.
Lady Eels thump Lady Bulldogs to set up date with Lady Panthers
Friday 28 April 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
A new champion will be crowned in the Cook Islands Rugby League women’s 13s competition after defending champions Lady Bulldogs bombed out of the playoffs on Friday afternoon at Aretere Park in Avatiu.
