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Healthcare at your doorstep
Thursday 29 December 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Opinion
Premium nursing and health services are now available to provide unwell and vulnerable people in the community with the best possible care and support they need in the comfort of their own homes.
Bus crashes with eight on board
Wednesday 28 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in BREAKING NEWS, Local, National
A bus carrying seven passengers has crashed on to its side on Rarotonga in what authorities described as a “narrow escape”.
Kane is able: NZ-Pakistan Test hangs in the balance
Wednesday 28 December 2022 | Written by Rahul Patil | Published in Cricket, Sports
Pakistan vs New Zealand – 1st Test – Day 3: Pakistan 1st Innings 438 all out in 130.5 overs (Babar 161, Salman 103, Sarfaraz 86, Southee 3/69, Bracewell 2/72) vs New Zealand 440 for 6 in 136 overs (Latham 113, Conway 92, Williamson 105*, Abrar 3/143, Nauman 2/137)
Tries galore at touch tourney
Wednesday 28 December 2022 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
The beautiful weather didn't stop anyone from wanting to play touch – in fact it was being welcomed with tries being scored left, right and centre at Saturday’s Ronnie Siulepa Touch ournament.
Court cases shift to February
Wednesday 28 December 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, Crime, National
It seems numerous Court matters will be deferred until February next year.
Annandale now a barrister
Wednesday 28 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National
Recently appointed Deputy Solicitor General Lauaki Jason Annandale, now acting in the top job, has been admitted as a barrister and solicitor of the High Court, taking an oath in a ceremony on Rarotonga.
Weather, welcoming people win with the tourists
Wednesday 28 December 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National, Tourism
The country’s environment, cleanliness and weather, the friendly and welcoming local people remain drawcards for visitors of the Cook Islands, while poor public service, and stray animals are still turnoffs.
Ringing in the Christmas spirit
Wednesday 28 December 2022 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Features, Local, National
Smiley Heather rings in the arrival of Christmas morning at the historic Arorangi Cook Islands Christian Church on Sunday. Residents and visitors alike flocked to churches all over the island for special Christmas Day services, with St Mary’s Catholic Church in Arorangi filled to overflowing.
LETTER: Collaborate on customary law in 2023
Wednesday 28 December 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, Two matters of concern stood out when members of the Koutu Nui reviewed the past year at their end-of-year function.
German couple see funny side
Wednesday 28 December 2022 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Local, National
Two German tourists wore wide grins when they were greeted by someone wearing island style clothing topped with a German Army style motorcycle helmet.
Cruise passengers strike it lucky with the weather
Wednesday 28 December 2022 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Local, National, Tourism
Passengers who disembarked from the luxury cruise ship Silver Whisperer in relatively calm seas yesterday were treated to some brilliant – if a little hot and sticky, weather yesterday morning.
Alcohol, prescribed drugs can kill
Wednesday 28 December 2022 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Health, Local, National
The dangers of drinking while also taking prescription medicine have been highlighted in a story by the NZ Herald. That danger is present here too, especially at this time of the year when people are “socialising” more, says Rarotonga hospital pharmacist Andrew Orange.
Casting a net for Christmas lunch at the beach
Wednesday 28 December 2022 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Local, National
There was just one place keen fishermen Mani Mamanu and his friend, “Father Christmas” Manu wanted to be on the morning of Christmas Day, and that was at the Social Centre, where Manu was busy preparing his net in the hope of catching a few fish.
Black Caps control day two
Tuesday 27 December 2022 | Written by Rahul Patil | Published in Cricket, Sports
Pakistan vs New Zealand – 1st Test – Day 2 Pakistan 1st Innings 438 all out in 130.5 overs (Babar 161, Salman 103, Sarfaraz 86, Southee 3/69, Bracewell 2/72) vs New Zealand 165 for no loss in 47 overs (Latham 78*, Conway 82*)
Pakistan takes Day 1 honours vs New Zealand
Monday 26 December 2022 | Written by Rahul Patil | Published in Cricket, Sports
Pakistan vs New Zealand – 1st test. Pakistan won the toss and elected to bat. Pakistan 1st innings 317 for 5 in 90 overs (Babar Azam 161*, Sarfaraz 86, Patel 2/91, Bracewell 2/61)
Perfect day of love and unity: James and Shekinah Ah Sin
Saturday 24 December 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features
The CICC Takamoa Theological chapel Te Vai Ora was filled with colour, songs and joy for the matrimonial union of Shekinah Marsters and James Ah Sin.
Man avoids jail, but must leave country
Saturday 24 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National
A man who breached his probation orders on multiple occasions has avoided jail, but has to be out of the Cook Islands by Wednesday next week.
Young Cook Islander helping Pacific island countries take lead role in managing their tuna resources
Saturday 24 December 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Features, Local, National
Cook Islander Marino Wichman is leading the way in tuna fisheries science in the Pacific. He talks to Cook Islands News journalist Matthew Littlewood about the work and aspirations.
Parade builds anticipation for the ‘main event’
Saturday 24 December 2022 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Local, National
When the annual Santa Parade through downtown Avarua is held, there’s usually just a few days remaining before the arrival of the main event – Christmas Day.
Tourists’ mixed reactions to our Covid response
Saturday 24 December 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National, Tourism
The Cook Islands approach to Covid-19 has received a mixed response from tourists in the latest visitors’ survey.
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