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For pride and country, Tabusoro faces Tokouso in second leg of Tri Series

Saturday 10 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in League, Sports

Tokouso Samoa/Tonga Residents team is hoping to get some of their players into the Cook Islands Rugby League team for the Pacific Games this year.

Kata: Immigration

Saturday 10 June 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Andrews-Tasola named Pulse coach

Friday 9 June 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Netball, Sports

Former Cook Islands netball player and coach Anna Andrews-Tasola will be tasked with replacing the most successful coach in ANZ Premiership history.

Church talk: The continuing power of the Holy Spirit in church

Friday 9 June 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

As Christians celebrate Pentecost Day, they are also reminded of their own history when God poured out His Spirit upon all mankind, writes Reverend Vakaroto Ngaro of Ekalesia Avarua.

Letter: ‘Kata is a national treasure’

Friday 9 June 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Kata is a national treasure of the Cook Islands. The political wit and astute observations of our social fabric combine to provide a near Dickensian ledger of our country, warts and all over the years of our democratic development.

Students fulfil quest to learn more about language and culture

Friday 9 June 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National

The first cohort of students with a quest to enhance and develop further their knowledge of Cook Islands language and culture have graduated from Te Vānanga Are Tapere o Takitumu – Cook Islands (Takitumu Performing Arts School).

Financial Intelligence Unit gets new database to combat financial crime

Friday 9 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National

The Cook Islands Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) will soon have a new database that will assist them in combating financial crimes in the country.

Man charged with careless driving following an early morning crash

Friday 9 June 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National

A 20-year-old man has appeared in court charged with careless driving following a crash opposite Tamarind House early on Thursday.

Rice shortage rankles eateries

Friday 9 June 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National

Supplies of rice are dwindling on the island, as providers struggle with supply chain issues.

CIFA officials attend financial workshop

Thursday 8 June 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Other Sports, Sports

Cook Islands Football Association (CIFA) officials attended the Oceania Member Association Financial Governance Workshop held in Noumea, New Caledonia.

Pacific unity crucial in ‘crowded, complex geopolitical landscape’

Thursday 8 June 2023 | Written by RNZ | Published in Regional, Samoa

Samoa’s prime minister has urged her fellow Pacific leaders to stop paying lip service to regionalism and walk the talk when making collective decisions.

Expressions of interest sought for naming rights of National Stadium

Thursday 8 June 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from organisations and businesses for the naming rights and sponsorship of Rarotonga’s National Stadium and Sports Arena.

Drink-driving primary school teacher refused name suppression after blowing four times the legal limit

Thursday 8 June 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National

A drink-driving school teacher of 18 years who blew 1000 micrograms of alcohol per litre of breath has failed in her bid for name suppression.

New Zealand Governor General receives warm Cook Islands welcome

Thursday 8 June 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National, New Zealand, Regional

New Zealand Governor-General Dame Cindy Kiro and her delegation were warmly welcomed to the Pa Ariki Palace with a traditional turou by Puati Mataiapo George Ngapare and Paitai Rangatira Steven Kavana.

Rarotonga cyclists riding to raise funds for Pump Track

Thursday 8 June 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Other Sports, Sports

A group of eight local riders are teaming up with seven international riders across New Zealand and Australia to raise funds for the construction of a Pump Track opposite Apii Te Uki Ou.

Town eyeing win to keep Conan’s Cup hopes alive

Thursday 8 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in League, Sports

The Town women’s rugby league team is focussed on winning the second leg of the Conan’s Cup series this weekend to keep their title hopes alive.

Students get creative for Apii Avarua’s inaugural art show

Thursday 8 June 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National

The Apii Avarua Dome is a display of colour featuring art and craft pieces designed and made by the students.

Letter: Counting numbers and dollars

Thursday 8 June 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Tuesday’s front page headline, ‘Hawaii, Sydney routes to contribute $20m annually’.

Letter: Kata cartoon

Thursday 8 June 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, I write to register my disgust and contempt on the Kata cartoon that you published in your newspaper on Tuesday 6th June.

EMCI to test emergency sirens

Thursday 8 June 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Don’t be alarmed when you hear the emergency sirens located around Rarotonga wailing tomorrow (Friday) at noon. Emergency Management Cook Islands (EMCI) will be testing the sirens to identify which alarms are functioning and those that will need repair work.