Wednesday 10 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
A female motorist has had her blood specimen taken by police after crashing into the TEM Store last week.
Tuesday 9 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in League, Sports
Avatiu Nikao Eels coach Clive Nicholas says the Cook Islands Rugby League 2024 season will be an interesting one after retaining the Nines in Paradise premier men’s title over the weekend.
Tuesday 9 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Sports
Team Blackrock has been crowned the new champions of the 2024 Cook Islands Beach Games netball competition.
Tuesday 9 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Entertainment, Environment, Features, Local, National
Cook Islands photographer Charlotte Piho has reached another peak in her career, capturing first place in the Tokyo International Foto Awards 2023 for the Nature-Underwater category.
Monday 8 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Sports
Cook Islands middle distance champion Alex Beddoes has been named Athletics Cook Islands’ Open Male Athlete for the Year 2023 and Supreme Athlete of the Year.
Monday 8 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Local, National, Outer Islands
The Cook Islands government will manage the operations of an inter-island vessel that it hopes to receive this year.
Monday 8 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament
The Special Select Committee reviewing the three Constitutional Amendment Bills will convene next month.
Saturday 6 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Sports
The 2024 Cook Islands Beach Games will kick off today with the high anticipated netball competition.
Saturday 6 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in League, Sports
The future of rugby league in the Cook Islands lies in the hands of league trainers and how they develop the skills of the younger generation. Losirene Lacanivalu reports.
Saturday 6 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National
Rarotonga’s long-awaited road improvement projects are set to receive a financial injection with the upcoming supplementary budget to be tabled in Parliament next month. Losirene Lacanivalu reports.
Friday 5 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A 41-year-old visitor from New Zealand was ordered to pay a fine of $220 for his drunk and disorderly behaviour on a resort premises.
Friday 5 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament, Politics
Cook Islands Prime Minister has defended proposed constitutional amendments to increase ministerial numbers, enable proxy voting, and expedite post-election parliament, emphasising improved government efficiency.
Thursday 4 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National, Tourism
Air New Zealand passengers arriving in Rarotonga with missing checked bags are advised to inform the airline’s team as soon as possible.
Thursday 4 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Investigations into the break-in at the Goldmine jewellery shop in Avarua are still ongoing, police confirmed yesterday.
Thursday 4 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in League, Sports
Close to 100 children that dream of becoming professional league players got a chance to learn from two of the bests in the game.
Thursday 4 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Lady Panthers are ready to defend their Cook Islands Rugby League Nines in Paradise trophy this weekend with a strong line-up including Pacific Games gold medallists Kiana Sword-Tua and June Willie.
Wednesday 3 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A man alleged to have been involved in a brawl at the Rehab nightclub in November 2023 has been given a stern warning for breaching bail conditions. Poutapu Maretu appeared before Justice of the Peace John Whitta on Thursday last week for two counts of contempt of court, having allegedly entered a liquor-licensed premises.
Wednesday 3 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National
Tourism’s contribution to the Cook Islands’ gross domestic product (GDP) for the last quarter of 2023 (October-December) was estimated at 75.4 per cent, according to the Ministry of Finance and Economic Management.
Sunday 31 December 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Bowling, Boxing, Cricket, Cycling, Fishing, Football, Golf, Handball, League, Netball, Pacific Games, Paddling, Rugby league, Rugby Union, Running, Sailing, Sports, Swimming, Tennis, Triathlon, Volleyball
2023 has been a testament to the dedication and talent of Cook Islands athletes across various sports. Cook Islands News’ Losirene Lacanivalu delves into some of the most remarkable sporting achievements that made headlines in 2023.
Saturday 30 December 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Sports
Cook Islanders and visitors can look forward to a fun-filled event a day after New Year’s, as Athletics Cook Islands hosts its first Village Mile event on January 2.