Articles by CI News Staff

Eels rue indiscipline in loss

Tuesday 11 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

The Avatiu Nikao Eels are hoping to bounce back in the do-or-die clash against Arorangi Bears this weekend to keep their domestic rugby league title hopes alive.

KATA: Bubble burglaries

Tuesday 11 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion

Seeking a balance in Mangaia’s traditional land tenure system

Monday 10 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Outer Islands

There has been a lot of debate as to whether the Mangaia land tenure system should be brought under the Land Court Division of the Cook Islands High Court. Mangaia people have been exchanging views on this issue on social media and in public gatherings.

Getting ready to welcome back visitors

Monday 10 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National

In preparation for the bubble opening with New Zealand, Cook Islands Tourism has delivered the Kia Orana Plus Training Programme to over 80 businesses and over 450 employees across Rarotonga and Aitutaki since September 2020.

Cooks ‘off limits’ to Aussies

Monday 10 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy

Australians transiting New Zealand to a third country, including the Cook Islands, are now required to apply for an exemption on compassionate grounds.

Young footballers’ final fight

Saturday 8 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Football, Sports

After a weeklong tournament and questionable weather, the semi-final games in the Cook Islands Youth Football Festival came to an end yesterday.

KATA: Manihiki MP Akaiti Puna

Saturday 8 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion

KATA: Audit office in overdrive

Friday 7 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion

Top four battle in football festival

Thursday 6 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Football, Sports

After three days of intense football games and a much-needed rest day, top teams return to the field with polished skills and new game plans, hungry for a spot in the finals on Saturday.

KATA: Dengue in the outer islands

Thursday 6 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion

Titikaveka takes netball lead

Wednesday 5 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Netball, Sports

Avatiu premier’s unbeaten run in the Rarotonga Netball Club Competition came to an end after their loss to Titikaveka.

KATA: Advertising for the Land Court sitting

Wednesday 5 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion

PM unveils food security initiative on Mitiaro

Wednesday 5 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Outer Islands

During his official visit to Nukuroa last week, Prime Minister Mark Brown opened the Mitiaro Agriculture Hydroponics station, a facility with a 400-plant capacity.

Comeback win for departing stars

Tuesday 4 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Tupapa Panthers’ dream of finishing the 2021 Raro Cars Rugby League Competition unbeaten was shattered after rivals Avatiu Nikao Eels staged a comeback win in the feature premier clash over the weekend.

If you can’t beat them, dress better than them!

Tuesday 4 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Paddling, Sports

Nikao beach was buzzing with excitement on Saturday as teams comprising rookie and experienced paddlers battled for top prizes in the annual Oe Vaka V12 Corporate Races.

KATA: Vaccine fears

Tuesday 4 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion

Warm welcome awaits visitors, resort owner says

Tuesday 4 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, National

A leading resort group welcomes the re-opening of the New Zealand – Cook Islands borders for safe, two-way, quarantine free travel from May 16.

KATA: Travel bubble hopes

Monday 3 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion

Air NZ announces Raro flights, Jetstar on hold

Monday 3 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, National

Local tourism industry is expecting a gradual growth in visitor numbers when two-way quarantine free travel between the Cook Islands and New Zealand commences on May 16.

Cultural workshop for tour guides hailed a success

Monday 3 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, National

Tauranga Vananga - the Ministry of Cultural Development, and the Cook Islands Tourism Corporation joined forces last week to run their first cultural tour guide workshop.