Articles by CI News Staff

RECIPE: Vegan sushi with tomato ‘tuna’

Thursday 18 February 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Features, Food

Most people may think that a diet without dairy cream or cheese or without meat is boring and tasteless. They haven’t tried the alternatives. By Alana Nanai-Fonmanu.

Kata: Speaker of Cook Islands Parliament

Wednesday 17 February 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion

Defending champs Sea Eagles remain optimistic despite first loss to Bears

Tuesday 16 February 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Defending champions Ngatangiia Sea Eagles remain optimistic of their chances in the 2021 Raro Cars Rugby League Competition.

‘Certainty of travel cannot be guaranteed’ says PM after flight cancelled

Tuesday 16 February 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National

Prime Minister Mark Brown says those who choose to travel must accept the risks and potential extra costs.

Bears thump Sea Eagles

Monday 15 February 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Defending champions Tupapa Panthers had an easy start to their 2021 domestic rugby league campaign after their opponent Titikaveka Bulldogs failed to field a full team in round one competition on Saturday.

Hunter wants to improve public service delivery and professionalism

Monday 15 February 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National

Experienced senior public servant Carl Hunter will join the Office of the Public Service Commission as its new head this week, and seeks to overcome challenges to improve government service delivery.

Little Julia makes big triathlon debut

Monday 15 February 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National

Five-year-old Julia Chan was the youngest competitor at the third annual Paradise Supplies Kids Triathlon on Saturday, which saw a large turnout for the popular event.

Sharks move camp to Rarotonga

Friday 12 February 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

The 2021 domestic rugby league season kicks off today with Avatiu Eels hosting Aitutaki Sharks at 5pm.

Youngsters gear up for triathlon meet

Wednesday 10 February 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Other Sports, Sports

The annual Kids Triathlon to be held this weekend will see competition in three age categories; age 9 and under, age 10-12 and age 13-16.

Million-dollar conversation

Wednesday 10 February 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, National

Cook Islander Mike Pero will be the guest speaker at the Tourism Industry Council general meeting Thursday at Edgewater Resort and Spa.

Clerk role challenged

Tuesday 9 February 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Politics

The Opposition is challenging why the job description for a top government job has been significantly changed in its re-advertisement.

Forum furore

Friday 5 February 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion

Doubles meet opens tennis season

Friday 5 February 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Other Sports, Sports

Tennis Cook Islands held a social doubles tournament in a bid to promote the sport in Rarotonga.

New Zealand affirms further health support

Friday 5 February 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Health, National

Officials from Cook Islands and New Zealand held more technical and detailed discussions relating to the two-way quarantine free travel, Covid-19 vaccine and further support to strengthen the local health system.

Top job

Thursday 4 February 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion

Rain and intakes

Wednesday 3 February 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion

Fancy footwork during first touch games

Wednesday 3 February 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby

Cook Islands Touch began its Vodafone Cook Islands men’s and women’s touch competition on Monday.

Fighting the helmet fine

Wednesday 3 February 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Crime, National

Tim Buchanan represented himself in court today fighting his $250 fine for failing to wear a motorcycle helmet.

Triathlon challenge records big turnout

Monday 1 February 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Other Sports, Sports

Keep Calm and Tri and Lettuce Smoke You claim top prizes at the season opening triathlon team challenge on Saturday.

Touch season starts today

Monday 1 February 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby

The 2021 Cook Islands Touch competition will see a few rule changes.