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Cool waters and fast movement cause ex-TC Pita to weaken, says Vaiimene
Wednesday 15 January 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in National, Weather
As the Cook Islands weathered what was initially anticipated to be a more severe storm, Tropical Cyclone Pita, formerly a Category 1 storm, unexpectedly downgraded and spared the islands from major impacts.
Former Tereora College principal to head revived teacher training centre
Wednesday 15 January 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Education, National
The Ministry of Education is working to strengthen the local education system by reopening the Teacher Development Centre (TDC), which has lacked a formal teacher training institution since 2005.
Te Marae Ora launches free whooping cough booster campaign
Wednesday 15 January 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National
In response to the recent outbreak of pertussis (whooping cough) in Aotearoa New Zealand, health authorities have initiated the rollout of the free BOOSTRIX booster vaccination.
Prominent Cook Islander charged over Boxing Day property intrusion
Wednesday 15 January 2025 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Crime, National
A prominent Cook Islander has been charged and will appear in court tomorrow in relation to a highly publicised property intrusion incident on Boxing Day.
Letter: Officials ‘dragging the chain’
Tuesday 14 January 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, I wish to correct a statement made by the CEO of Cook Islands Airport Authority regarding comments I made over lighting issues for Aitutaki’s Airport. (Cook Islands News, Saturday, January 11, 2025).
Education ministry welcomes new teachers for 2025 school year
Tuesday 14 January 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Education, Local, National
The Ministry of Education has welcomed a group of new teachers to the Cook Islands ahead of the start of the 2025 school year.
Cook Islands grapples with ‘declining education value’
Tuesday 14 January 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Education, National
Cook Islands grapples with declining public value for education as students are increasingly drawn to lucrative but less academically demanding sectors, posing a significant challenge for the Ministry of Education.
Anguna-Kamana reappointed as Agriculture head for third term
Tuesday 14 January 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Agriculture, National
Temarama Anguna-Kamana will continue as the Secretary for the Ministry of Agriculture for another term of three years.
Te Puna Marama collecting knowledge of food preservation in Mauke
Tuesday 14 January 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Local, National, Outer Islands
Kicking off brand new 2025, Te Puna Marama Voyaging Society is excited to host its first workshop today on Mauke (January 14 – 15, 2025), dedicated to exploring and documenting traditional methods of growing and preserving food.
Cummings embrace human-centered design to improve immunisation rates
Tuesday 14 January 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Health, National, Outer Islands
Hearing about something new can bring about mixed feelings, excitement, the desire to learn more, an opportunity for growth and so many questions!
Tokoroa Pacific Sharks honour heritage at League Nines in Paradise
Tuesday 14 January 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The Tokoroa Pacific Sharks may have finished as runners-up in the Cook Islands Rugby League Nines in Paradise tournament, but the team’s journey to the final was filled with lessons and pride.
Cook Islands Triathlon season kicks off with Kids Aquathon
Tuesday 14 January 2025 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
The 2025 Cook Islands Triathlon season is underway with trainings on Thursdays from 5pm and Saturdays from 3pm at the Tri Site in Tikioki.
Kata: Police
Monday 13 January 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
Partitioning -Balancing land use with Customary Values
Monday 13 January 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Business, National
Partitioning land in the Cook Islands is both a practical and meaningful process, offering a unique opportunity to align traditional land rights with modern economic and social needs. This method involves dividing land into small portions, defining new boundaries, and deciding who can own or use the land among family members. While the process can be complex, it holds great potential to make the best use of land and support both family and community wealth, writes Natalie Tikitau.
Athletes enjoy timeout in the sand despite adverse weather
Monday 13 January 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Netball, Other Sports, Sports
The Cook Islands Beach Games 2025 completed its first successful week of the games despite the adverse weather conditions teams had to face.
Successful League 9’s in Paradise
Monday 13 January 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in League, Sports
The much-anticipated 2025 League 9’s in Paradise tournament ended on a high at the national stadium in Nikao on Saturday with Arorangi Bears taking home the victory for this year’s tournament.
Ruta Mave: American drama of the wild wildfires
Monday 13 January 2025 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Los Angeles, the entertainment capital of the world and home to many of the celebrity elite, is currently starring in an unfolding American drama of the wild wildfires of the west, writes Ruta Mave.
Letter: Vacancy for new Police Commissioner
Monday 13 January 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, I write to the Minister of Police and to the public, for the position of Commissioner of Police. This application is out of despair, sadness and desperation to help.
Spectacular show by Jewels of the Cook Islands
Monday 13 January 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Weekend
The Jewels Dine & Dance event was spectacular for many who attended the show on Friday night at the Edgewater Resort and Spa.
ICI begins clean up today
Monday 13 January 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National
Infrastructure Cook Islands (ICI) will begin reactive work, repairing damage from last week’s storms such as pothole repairs and debris clearance.
