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Extra $50 for our welfare beneficiaries

Wednesday 20 December 2017 | Published in Local

Once again there will be a little extra in Cook Islands beneficiaries payments this Christmas.

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Proud of our netballers

Tuesday 19 December 2017 | Published in Letters to the Editor

As parent supporters of the Cook Islands netball team who recently participated in the Singapore Mission Foods Nation’s cup 2017, we wish to extend our special acknowledgement to the coaching management team for their outstanding contribution.


'Nobody's wingman – and I never have been'

Tuesday 19 December 2017 | Published in Letters to the Editor

It appears my letter in last week’s CINews has ruffled a few feathers in George Pitt's weekly newspaper, if "Special Correspondent’s” most recent article is anything to go by.


Hopes on Grinna to be a winner

Tuesday 19 December 2017 | Published in Local

Transport services to the Northern Group are set for a major boost next year when Taio Shipping takes delivery of a new cargo vessel, with the potential to develop tourism in the outer islands and even open new routes.


Visitors help to protect paradise

Tuesday 19 December 2017 | Published in Environment

Te Ipukarea Society’s Mana Tiaki programme, endorsed by Cook Islands Tourism, makes it possible for visiting guests to our shores to give back to the environment they come to love and enjoy.

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Ancient hooks reveal more insights

Tuesday 19 December 2017 | Published in Local

Renowned Cook Islands marine ecologist Dr Teina Rongo has expressed a new opinion on the genesis of 800-year-old pearl-shell fish hooks unearthed by archaeologists at Moturakau, Aitutaki.

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Dreaming of a wet Christmas...

Tuesday 19 December 2017 | Published in Local

If you are dreaming of a wet Christmas you’re likely to be in luck as Rarotonga continues to experience monsoon-like weather.


Animal care challenge

Tuesday 19 December 2017 | Published in Local

Recently-founded Cook Islands animal welfare organisation Te Are Manu says it will try to fill the void left by the Esther Honey Foundation on Rarotonga, which will close down at the end of the month.

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Sophisticated dining at Flambe

Tuesday 19 December 2017 | Published in Local

Flambé has a very high reputation among food lovers on Rarotonga and after a wonderful meal in its stylish and welcoming ambience it is easy to see why.


Fisheries claims all dismissed

Tuesday 19 December 2017 | Published in Local

A long-awaited High Court judgment has dismissed all four causes of action against the government in relation to the development of the Cook Islands purse seine fishery.

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Puaikura claim Knockout Cup title

Monday 18 December 2017 | Published in Football

The Puaikura premier men’s team hoisted the 2017 Knockout Cup title after a dramatic 2-1 victory over Takuvaine at the CIFA Complex in Matavera on Saturday.

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Ex-politician: 'I've got the heartbeat of an Olympian'

Monday 18 December 2017 | Published in Local

When it comes to colourful quotes, lawyer and former politician Norman George is rarely stuck for words on practically any subject you care to name.


No car seat – no worries for SBW

Monday 18 December 2017 | Published in Local

Sonny Bill Williams’ recent week-long holiday on Rarotonga came under the spotlight when he snapped a happy family shot of him, his wife Alana and their three-year-old daughter Imaan – with the latter sitting in the back of a rental car.

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Police launch Christmas blitz

Monday 18 December 2017 | Published in Local

The Cook Islands’ Police Service’s Christmas road safety campaign starts this Monday December 18 with extra police patrols checking for vehicle safety, licences, registrations and watching for excess alcohol and speed.


$15m loan for submarine cable link

Monday 18 December 2017 | Published in Local

The Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) Board of Directors has approved a $15 million loan for an internet submarine cable project to connect Rarotonga and Aitutaki in the Cook Islands.


Movie night supports vaka repairs

Monday 18 December 2017 | Published in Local

The film “Before the Flood” will screen tonight at the Auditorium with proceeds going to repair Vaka Marumaru Atua.


Road safety better among young

Monday 18 December 2017 | Published in Local

Despite the high number of motor vehicle crashes this year, the Cook Islands Police Service says there is evidence younger drivers may be becoming more responsible, and taking note of warnings about drink driving.

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Make virtues a guide for the best family times

Monday 18 December 2017 | Published in Opinion

It's the season for families to gather for the holidays.


Parade brings Christmas to town

Monday 18 December 2017 | Published in Local

Rarotonga residents flocked to Avarua township on Thursday afternoon to watch the annual Santa Parade.

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The outgoing tide of our youth

Monday 18 December 2017 | Published in Opinion

“My sons have left,” he said, perched in a chair across from me.


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