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CIFA launches 2021 Beach Football Championship

Wednesday 27 January 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Other Sports, Sports

After the success it gained at the Cook Islands Beach Games 2021, Cook Islands Football Association has decided to launch a Beach Football Competition for 2021.

OPINION: ‘Without integrity and honour, having everything means nothing’

Wednesday 27 January 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion

When the Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC), a powerful government entity breaks its own laws, this must be brought to the attention of the public, writes Tupou Faireka, Co-president of Democratic Party.

Dengue-like symptoms prompt fears of mosquito-borne illness

Wednesday 27 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National

Ministry of Health is resuming mosquito block spraying programme following reports of people presenting with dengue-like symptoms in Rarotonga.

Darts Competition declared overwhelming success

Tuesday 26 January 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Sports

The darts Competition which started in late December 2020, took place on Saturday and has been deemed a resounding success.

Celebrating bond between Australia and Cook Islands

Tuesday 26 January 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion

This Australia Day, as Australian High Commissioner to Cook Islands Dr Chris Watkins gathers with ‘Cozzies’ for a sausage at Vaiana’s, and to sing the national anthem’s new words, he will be celebrating the mateship between Australia and the Cook Islands.

Cook Islander dancing into her dream

Tuesday 26 January 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

An intense and dedicated love of dancing and years of hard work and discipline has paid off for Havana Beal Vogel.

Exciting year ahead for schools

Tuesday 26 January 2021 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Education, National

The past couple of weeks have been abuzz with families eagerly preparing for the new school year with enthusiastic learners and teachers heading back to school on Rarotonga and the Pa Enua on Monday.

Sport and leisure focus of Pursuit in Paradise

Monday 25 January 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Other Sports, Sports

If you’re looking to add a fitness challenge to your Pa Enua travel plans – then the 2021 Aitutaki Marathon set for Saturday March 27 is for you.

OPINION: It’s not what you know, it’s who you know

Monday 25 January 2021 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion

Is government’s financial assistance and funding going to the right people? Ruta Tangiiau Mave writes.

CookSafe contact tracing specifically for Cook Islanders, says Chamber

Monday 25 January 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

With the addition of Bluetooth functionality to the CookSafe contact tracing system on the horizon, the Cook Islands Chamber of Commerce would like to remind all Cook Islanders how important it is to keep using their CookSafe cards.

Humble hero saves kids at Trader Jack’s

Monday 25 January 2021 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local, National

Three young people who got into trouble in the water at Trader Jack’s on Saturday, have a locally trained lifeguard to thank for saving their lives.

Passengers told to wear masks

Saturday 23 January 2021 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy, National

As 41 people arrived back on Rarotonga on Friday, another 125 Cook Islanders head back to New Zealand this afternoon.

Terangi the turtle recovers

Saturday 23 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National

Te Ara O Te Onu Cook Islands has released the endangered Hawksbill turtle named Terangi that was found trapped in a fishing net, into the lagoon in Tikioki, after a short “staycation” in the salt water pool at Ocean Escape Resort.

Hospital Covid ward ready for activation

Saturday 23 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Health, National

Protective gear is in stock, staff have been trained, and renovations are complete at a specially-equipped and segregated ward at Rarotonga Hospital, where severely ill patients will be treated should coronavirus arrive in the Cook Islands.

Kata: Google threatens to withdraw from Oz

Saturday 23 January 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Tips and tricks to achieving an eco-friendly school year

Saturday 23 January 2021 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Environment, National

With school starting on Monday, we have put together some tips on how students can reduce the amount of waste an individual can create, particularly when it comes to lunch waste.