Featured on Homepage

Rarotonga residents left in the dark about soaring bills

Saturday 16 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Business, Economy, Local, National

Rarotonga residents are questioning the island’s power supplier Te Aponga Uira (TAU) on the logic behind the alleged increased costs of power bills.

Resort set to unveil renovated pool area

Saturday 16 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Business, Features, Go Local, National

An Arorangi-based resort is reopening its renovated pool area after guest-friendly closures for upgrades, offering complimentary Wi-Fi and breakfast as thanks for patience.

Fish, feast, and fun: Traditional event brings Pukapuka together

Saturday 16 March 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands

A two-day traditional fishing competition on Pukapuka island saw villagers compete and celebrate with a community feast.

Sarakura declared new Penrhyn MP

Saturday 16 March 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National, Outer Islands, Politics

The wife of the former deputy prime minister, recently convicted of corruption charges and awaiting sentencing, is the new Member of Parliament for Penrhyn.

Kata: Workload

Friday 15 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Letter: The roadway that disappeared

Friday 15 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Kia orana. Can anyone out there assist with info and photographs? Back in about 1984/85, there was a major construction of a roadway, more or less across from the Police Station today, and going across in the direction of the Boiler.

Letter: Soaring cost of living

Friday 15 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, The cost of living is hitting low to middle income families like a kick in the stomach! Asking the same families to grow food crops, is only a temporary solution to a long-term problem.

Eels maintain top spot after Round 1 comp

Friday 15 March 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Avatiu Nikao Eels finished round one of the Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga League 13s premier men’s competition on top.

Church Talk: Bear with one another in love

Friday 15 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

While women and children are suffering in the war zones today, do we find our own women at peace or do we have wars happening in our own backyards? Bishop Paul Donoghue of the Catholic Church writes.

Training boosts Cook Islands’ access to justice

Friday 15 March 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Court, Education, Local, National

The Pacific Justice Sector Programme is providing training and resources to the Cook Islands to improve access to justice, including a new Bench Book for JPs, a Case Tracking System, and a Land Court Bench Book in development.

Cook Islands hosts week-long tourism data training

Friday 15 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Tourism

A week-long training on data initiatives in tourism was held at the Muri Beach Club Hotel, co-organised by Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) and Cook Islands Tourism.

Clean record, victim’s support help pastor avoid conviction

Friday 15 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National

A careless driving case against an ordained pastor was dismissed by the High Court due to the victim’s support and the pastor’s clean record.

Driver fined $700 for drink driving and careless driving

Friday 15 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National

A male driver has been ordered to pay a $700 fine after being convicted of excess blood alcohol and careless driving.

Apprenticeship aims to end need for overseas plumbing training

Friday 15 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Education, Features, Go Local, National

The Cook Islands is starting a plumbing and drainage apprenticeship programme this year to give locals opportunities in the trade and reduce the need to go overseas for training.

Kata: Penrhyn Byelection

Thursday 14 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Respect the whistle: Refs call for understanding from fans

Thursday 14 March 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Cook Islands Rugby League referees face criticism from fans despite lacking technology and working hard to ensure fair play, and the association is calling for more understanding and potential new referees.

Uini steals the show with wonder goal for Avatiu FC despite second loss

Thursday 14 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Two late goals secured Tafea FC their first win at the OFC Women’s Champions League, overcoming Avatiu FC 4-2 at Lawson Tama Stadium on Tuesday (Cook Islands time).

Resort supports local school with culinary outreach programme

Thursday 14 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Education, National

Pacific Resort Rarotonga in the Cook Islands has announced its latest initiative aimed at uplifting the young local community through a dynamic culinary outreach programme with Titikaveka College.

Letter: Expats seek minimum wage rise

Thursday 14 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, I find this quite selfish and inconsiderate (Expats seek minimum wage increase to match rising costs, March 8, 2024). I wonder if these people have ever made these types of complaints back in their own countries.