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Artificial plants a grave concern
Saturday 29 October 2022 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Local
Each year, on November 1, we remember those who have passed on. The expression we use is Turama or All Souls Day. This is a day dedicated to honouring and showing our respects for our deceased loved ones.
Sentencing date looms for Aitutaki cannabis accused
Saturday 29 October 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime
Those facing a raft of charges following the bust of a commercial sized cannabis operation on Aitutaki have been told to prepare for the possibility of jail.
Airline downgrades customer to accommodate staff
Saturday 29 October 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Features, Tourism
Air New Zealand has apologised after a customer was downgraded to make room for staff.
A passion for firefighting
Saturday 29 October 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local
Puaikura Volunteer Fire Brigade celebrated 20-years last Saturday and gave out awards to its crew, journalist Caleb Fotheringham speaks to some of the volunteers.
Kukis face Tonga in a do or die clash
Saturday 29 October 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Features, League, Sports
The Cook Islands rugby league side faces a do or die situation in their final group match at the Rugby League World Cup in England.
Rain rain, please go to Spain
Saturday 29 October 2022 | Written by Rahul Patil | Published in Cricket, Sports
There have been two constants in the 2022 T20 World Cup. Underdogs beating favourites and matches being abandoned due to rain. Both games at the MCG in Melbourne on Friday were abandoned without a ball being bowled. Cricket analyst Rahul Patil looks at what this means for the tournament moving forward. Ireland vs Afghanistan - Match abandoned without a ball being bowled Australia vs England - Match abandoned without a ball being bowled
Swamp to host feature football battle
Saturday 29 October 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Avatiu will host Puaikura in the feature match of round six in the 2022 Rarotonga Football competition this afternoon.
Gelling leaves Cook Islands camp early to return home
Friday 28 October 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in League, Sports
Cook Islands head coach Tony Iro has confirmed that Anthony Gelling has played his final game of the World Cup tournament and will return home to New Zealand.
Zimbabwe produce stunning upset
Friday 28 October 2022 | Written by Rahul Patil | Published in Cricket, Sports
The upsets keep coming thick and fast at the T20 World Cup in Australia with Zimbabwe winning a nail biter against Pakistan in Perth. In Sydney though it was business as usual with South Africa crushing Bangladesh and India cruising past Netherlands. Cricket analyst Rahul Patil looks back at all the action from Australia.
Trust formed to eradicate pests on uninhabited atoll of Manuae
Friday 28 October 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Environment, National, Outer Islands
A new charitable trust with the ambition of turning the uninhabited atoll of Manuae into a pest-free sanctuary has just been established.
Warrants presented at Are Ariki Assembly
Friday 28 October 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Local, National
The 51st Are Ariki (House of Ariki) Assembly opened with the recognition of official warrants which were presented by the King’s Representative Sir Tom Marsters to three Ariki on Monday.
Culture head’s drink driving case adjourned
Friday 28 October 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Court, National
The drink driving matter of the secretary of Ministry of Cultural Development has been adjourned for December but his lawyer told the court a guilty plea is likely.
Tourist due in court following alcohol fuelled incident
Friday 28 October 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Crime, National
A tourist accused of damaging holiday accommodation on Rarotonga while under the influence of alcohol has a date in court today.
New patrol boat takes part in first regional co-operation exercises
Friday 28 October 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in National, Outer Islands
New Cook Islands patrol boat Te Kukupa II has been on the high seas conducting regional co-operation exercises.
Cook Islands welcomes Korea’s climate change commitment
Friday 28 October 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National
Korea and Pacific Islands Foreign Ministers affirmed the importance of utilising existing regional mechanisms, including the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) and Council of Regional Organisations of the Pacific, for cooperation and partnership.
Cook Islands Seabed Minerals Authority ‘concerned’ with New Zealand’s call for deep sea mining ban
Friday 28 October 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Environment, National
Cook Islands Seabed Minerals Authority (SBMA) will not back New Zealand’s call for conditional moratorium on deep sea mining in international waters.
Yellow Bellies play Mongoose
Thursday 27 October 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The 53 strong Yellow Bellies golden oldies rugby team from Hamilton, New Zealand are visiting Rarotonga for the third time.
Feeling blessed
Thursday 27 October 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
At the graceful age of 86, Marii Parekura Kaina Ripata affirmed her Christian belief and received Confirmation - a Sacrament in the Catholic Church, on Sunday.
Nikao and Matavera meet for a second time
Thursday 27 October 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Going into another round of football, the first mid-week match will be Nikao Sokattak and Matavera, with Nikao hosting.
Pensioner to serve probation for drunk driving
Thursday 27 October 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, Crime, National
A pensioner will serve more than a year’s probation for crashing a rental car into a power pole.
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