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Articles by Katrina Lintonbon
Local chef launches TV cooking show
Friday 24 July 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Entertainment
Although renowned chef Phillip Nordt has appeared on television and has written articles and recipe columns – including for Cook Islands News – he has always wanted to have his own cooking show.
Schools wash their hands of Covid
Friday 24 July 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Health
Schools have been provided with hand towels, face tissues, cleaning products, hand sanitisers and more, as the country works to stave off Covid-19.
Something for everyone at the Empire
Thursday 23 July 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Entertainment
Grab your popcorn, ice cream and Vaiora! There will be something for everyone’s viewing pleasure on offer at Empire Cinema from tonight.
I am who? It is me, admits businessman
Thursday 23 July 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Katrina Tanirau investigates a whodunnit: the appearance of scores of Biblical messages in public places around Rarotonga.
People encouraged to study for free
Monday 20 July 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Education
Those with some spare time on their hands who are interested in upskilling have until July 24 to enrol at the University of the South Pacific.
NZ High Commission revamping dedication to fallen local soldiers
Saturday 18 July 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
New Zealand commissioned the carved gateway and memorial stone at the RSA cemetery to recognise the sacrifice 500 Cook Islanders made in World War 1, the largest Pacific contribution to the Great War.
'No extension on helmets'
Saturday 18 July 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Police will not accept any excuse from motorcyclists who fail to comply with the law when helmets are made compulsory on August 1.
Leading the battle against Covid-19
Saturday 18 July 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Health
Swift and decisive action was required when it became apparent Covid-19 was a global pandemic unlike any the world had ever seen in recent history.
PM pays tribute to fallen Niue leader
Friday 17 July 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
On behalf of the people of Cook Islands and the Government, Prime Minister Henry Puna has expressed his deepest sympathies on the recent passing of Niue’s former Premier Sir Toke Tufukia Talagi KNZM.
Acing her serves
Thursday 16 July 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Other Sports
Dreena Teapa (13) has been playing tennis for six years and it’s evident in the power and precision of her serve.
Flag raising strengthens Aust-Cook Islands links
Thursday 16 July 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Thanks to Duke Burgess and TeAroa Tuarae-White, the Australian flag is now flying high outside the new Australian High Commission in Rarotonga.
Future CEOs in the making
Thursday 16 July 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Success comes to those who work hard and dare to dream.
The wings of hope
Wednesday 15 July 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy
Cook Islander Mike Pero has made a huge name for himself in the New Zealand mortgage and real estate industries, now he is turning his attention to rebuilding the Cook Islands’ economy.
New Zealand PM: 'No one wishes to be responsible for Covid entering into the Pacific'
Tuesday 14 July 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy
New Zealand Prime Minister says speculation about a travel bubble between Cook Islands and New Zealand would be “very premature”.
'A true island princess'
Saturday 11 July 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Weekend
Family and friends remember Tutevera Wichman-Evans, a proud Cook Islander and a beautiful soul who was born to perform.
Quit and missing her students
Saturday 11 July 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Education
Cassidy Jackson-Carroll was prepared to do whatever it took to get back to Rarotonga and her students.
Travel ban causes 'serious health impacts, delays'
Saturday 11 July 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy
Prime ministers of past, present and future unite in urgent calls to lift blockade on Cook Islands.
Poisoned dogs fed on rotting goat carcasses – Agriculture
Friday 10 July 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
The Ministry of Agriculture says the chances of dogs or any other animals being poisoned by Paraquat is minimal.
Help needed for Covid contact-tracing
Friday 10 July 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Health
More volunteers, both individuals and businesses, are needed for the CookSafe contact tracing pilot. Katrina Tanirau reports.
Six dogs poisoned by Paraquat – vet
Thursday 9 July 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Rarotonga vet calls for ban on lethal herbicide.
