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Mama Mousie Skews’ memory honoured

Wednesday 25 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National

Rotary Club of Rarotonga yesterday honoured the memory of the late Mama Mousie Skews as they officially handed over to St Joseph’s early childhood education students a number of play and work stations.

Local


Badminton impressed with young talent

Tuesday 24 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Badminton, Sports

Cook Islands Badminton hosted the fourth Annual Primary School Tournament at the National Sports Arena on Thursday last week.

Badminton


Keeping art of tivaevae alive

Tuesday 24 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art, Features

The outer island travel experience is helping revive traditional art making in the Pa Enua.

Art


Bubble or go bust: survey says businesses burning through cash

Tuesday 24 November 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy, National

A new Private Sector Taskforce report reveals the stark reality of what the future looks like for many businesses in the Cook Islands if the country’s border remains closed.

Economy


Parliament selling tickets to Manihiki

Tuesday 24 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National

The Cook Islands Parliament is selling airline tickets to the public to recover costs to the Civil List.

Local


Captain leads by example

Monday 23 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Samoa will take on Cook Islands in the Tri Nations series decider this Friday.

Rugby league


OPINION: Anger from fear and worry

Monday 23 November 2020 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion

People attack rather than embrace, and they end up with miscommunication and distrust, writes People attack rather than embrace, and they end up with miscommunication and distrust. By Ruta Tangiiau Mavé.

Editorials


Giving back to the people of Mitiaro

Monday 23 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Outer Islands

Rangi Kimiora enjoyed a comfortable life while growing up in Melbourne. But after spending a decade there, he decided to return home to Mitiaro to help improve the lives of his people on the island.

National


Accidents land four in hospital

Monday 23 November 2020 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National

Multiple motor vehicle crashes were reported to police over the weekend, prompting calls for safe driving and without the influence of alcohol.

Local


Rare milkfish harvest carried out in Mitiaro

Monday 23 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Outer Islands

On Friday, the Arongamana of Mitiaro agreed to lift the Ra’ui on the lake of Mitiaro to harvest the freshwater milkfish.

National


Samoa edges Fiji in Tri Nations action

Saturday 21 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Samoa Residents beat Fiji Residents 22-21 in a nail-biting Tri Nations match at Raemaru Park in Arorangi last night. Fiji who lost the opener against Cook Islands 10-15 a week ago, led 16-13 at halftime against Samoa.

Rugby league


Welcome aboard this Air NZ flight

Saturday 21 November 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Features, Weekend

For Addrienne Hosking-Tinirau it’s still sinking in that she will soon take over as the Air New Zealand country manager in Rarotonga – the first woman of Cook Islands descent to hold the position. By Katrina Tanirau.

Features


OPINION: The perils of political appointments

Saturday 21 November 2020 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion

Political appointments damage not only the integrity of our democracy but also the integrity of whichever Ministry they work in, writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.

Editorials


Covid-19 stalling Penrhyn cyclone shelter project: Contractor

Saturday 21 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Outer Islands

As shipping delays stall a controversial construction project in the outer island of Penrhyn, one local shipping firm is questioning why his company wasn’t approached for their services. Emmanuel Samoglou reports.

National


The crowning of Makea Vakatini Phillip Ngamatoa Ariki

Saturday 21 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Hundreds gathered to witness the installation of Makea Vakatini Phillip Ngamatoa Ariki on Friday. Although the ceremony was met with a vocal protest who called the election process a “fraud”, it continued largely as planned.

Local


The battle of Pacific heavyweights

Friday 20 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

Fireworks are expected on and off the field when arch-rivals Fiji takes on Samoa in the inaugural rugby series.

Rugby Union


Journeys of hope, not fear

Friday 20 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

The global economic standards are at the mercy of this viral demonic pandemic but the God we believe and worship is always in the business of Restoration, Reconciliation, Redemption and Restitution.

Church Talk


Pa Enua building project embroiled in controversy

Friday 20 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Outer Islands

Allegations of conflict of interest and misuse of public funds are the basis of a public complaint over the tendering process for the construction of cyclone shelters on the northern group island of Penrhyn.

National

Gifts arrive for new chief in advance of investiture

Friday 20 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Historic moment today as nation to witness the akamarokura’anga of Makea Vakatini Phillip Ngamatoa Ariki, which will be held at the Taurangamanu Vakatini Palace grounds at Tupapa on Friday.

Local


Holmes inspires upset win

Thursday 19 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Queensland Maroons hold off late NSW Blues surge to win 20-14 in Brisbane. Valentine Holmes, who has maternal links to Cook Islands, scored the opening try in the final leg of State of Origin series

Rugby league


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