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Articles by CI News Staff
Sporting organisations clampdown on vaping
Tuesday 7 June 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Education, National
The executive members of a local sporting organisation will be visiting schools to raise awareness on nicotine products after a vape was confiscated from an 11-year-old at the Rising Stars tournament on Friday.
PM opens first ever Cook Islands High Commission in Fiji
Tuesday 7 June 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National
Prime Minister Mark Brown officially opened the Cook Islands High Commission in Suva, Fiji, on Sunday (Cook Islands time).
All hail the Queen: Cook Islands sends best wishes
Friday 3 June 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown is sending the country’s congratulations and best wishes to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth as celebrations begin in Britain and around the world for her Platinum Jubilee.
Titikaveka’s unbeaten run continues
Tuesday 31 May 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Netball, Sports
The unbeaten Titikaveka premier side has extended its lead in the Rarotonga Netball Club competition after another hard-fought win on Saturday.
RedBullz claim Conan’s Cup
Tuesday 31 May 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The Countryside RedBullz put on a strong performance to claim the inaugural Cook Islands Women’s Rugby League Conan’s Cup title on Friday at Nukupure Park in Ngatangiia.
Touch finals prove ‘age is just a number’
Tuesday 31 May 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
Cook Islands Touch Association concluded their 2022 weekly club competition with exciting matches in the mixed division finals last week.
Town stun Country in preseason clash
Monday 30 May 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Cook Islands Rugby Union kicked off their 2022 season with a Town versus Country match at The Swamp in Avatiu over the weekend.
Visiting French naval vessel engaged in surveillance patrols
Saturday 28 May 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
The visiting French naval vessel Arago has been engaged in surveillance patrols, Cook Islands Police confirmed last night.
Cook Islands to host Polynesian Cup
Thursday 26 May 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Basketball, Sports
Cook Islands Basketball Federation will be hosting the Polynesian Cup 5x5 tournament in New Zealand later in the year.
Covid-19 still the biggest financial risk
Wednesday 25 May 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, National
Covid-19 remains the Cook Island’s biggest financial risk as the Government continues pouring money into the nation’s health response.
Local players earmarked for women’s World Cup
Tuesday 24 May 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The inaugural Conan’s Cup women’s rugby league series is down to the wire with the Townside Titans and Countryside Redbulls set to battle for the title this week.
Rising Stars off to an exciting start
Tuesday 24 May 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports
The 2022 Rising Stars Championship for netball and rugby got off to an exciting start with almost 650 players from 57 primary and secondary schools’ teams across Rarotonga competing.
Titikaveka survive netball battle
Monday 23 May 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Netball, Sports
Defending champions Titikaveka survived a tit-for-tat battle in the feature premier division match against Avatiu over the weekend.
Cooks will find ‘ready partners’ in PM Albanese
Monday 23 May 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Politics
Cook Islands will find ready partners in newly elected Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, Foreign Minister Penny Wong and their fellow ministers, says the Australian High Commissioner to the Cook Islands Dr Christopher Watkins.
Subsidised LA-Raro flight will not return
Monday 23 May 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Tourism
Air New Zealand will not be able to provide Los Angeles (LA) flights and Tahiti will become the Cook Islands’ new pathway to the northern hemisphere markets.
Comeback Queens: Titans keep series alive
Saturday 21 May 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The Townside Titans made an impressive comeback in the inaugural Women’s Rugby League ‘Conan’s Cup’ series to keep their title hopes alive.
Stage set for Rising Stars Championship
Friday 20 May 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Other Sports, Sports
The 2022 Rising Stars Championship for netball and rugby will be launched today at Raemaru Park, with a total of 57 teams from primary and secondary schools across Rarotonga and almost 650 players competing for the top spot and sponsored prizes.
Covid-19 breach accused to appear in court next week
Wednesday 18 May 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Court, National
A man will be sentenced on May 25 in the Criminal Court for breaching the Covid-19 Act.
Town down but not out
Tuesday 17 May 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Despite the heavy loss in the opening match of the inaugural Women’s Rugby League ‘Conan’s Cup’ series, the Townside Titans remain optimistic of their chances as they aim for a sensational comeback this Friday.
Deputy PM Robert Tapaitau reinstated
Tuesday 17 May 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, National
A seven-month suspension on Deputy Prime Minister Robert Tapaitau who is facing fraud related and theft charges has been lifted ahead of the general election later in the year.
