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Gutted businesses cautious over travel bubble

Thursday 28 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National

With Covid-19 once again in the community in New Zealand, local business owners and workers are conflicted over whether the time is right to relax borders further and pursue two-way quarantine-free travel with New Zealand.

Economy


Returnees ‘may’ undergo quarantine

Thursday 28 January 2021 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local, National

The mother of a swimmer, who travelled to New Zealand as part of the Puaikura Aquatics team is happy the Cook Islands Government has shown what she calls ‘wisdom’ to protect the people, following the announcement of two new Covid-19 community cases in Auckland yesterday.

Local


Triathlon association hosting season opener

Thursday 28 January 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Other Sports, Sports

Triathletes are gearing up for the first event of the year this weekend.

Other Sports


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.

Other Sports

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.

Editorials

Driver licencing regulation for seniors ‘harsh and unnecessary’

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

Further clarification is being sought on the enforcement of licencing regulation for drivers aged 60 years and older.

Local


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.

Health

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.

Other Sports

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.

Editorials

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.

Local

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.

Education

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.

Other Sports

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.

Editorials

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.

Local

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.

Local

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.

Economy

Secure it or lose it, police warn even after drop in thefts

Saturday 23 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Crime, National

Among the declining crime statistics of unlawful activity being reported to the Cook Islands Police Service, incidents of theft have been steadily dropping each year, for more than 10 years.

Crime


Celebrating Australia Day ‘Kuki style’

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

A group of Cook Islanders who have previously resided in Australia for an extended period will be hosting a special event for Australia’s High Commissioner to the Cook Islands Dr Christopher Watkins on Australia Day.

Local


Water galleries installed in Penrhyn

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

Government has completed the installation of water galleries in the villages of Omoka and Tetautua to help alleviate ongoing water issues in Penrhyn.

National


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.

Environment

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