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RBDC, The Milky Way crowned champs in touch tournament

Tuesday 29 December 2020 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

The annual Boxing Day Touch Tournament saw close battles in social and open grade finals.

Rugby league


OPINION: Trust in God but lock your car

Tuesday 29 December 2020 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion

The suffering of innocent people is sometimes seen as a necessity so we can understand our own weaknesses and dependence on god, writes Ruta Mave.

Editorials

A hub to empower Cook Islands youth

Tuesday 29 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National

With the purpose to engage, embrace, evolve and empower young people, the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Empower Me Inc. last week launched its official Empower Me Youth Hub.

Local

Renewed call to curb plastic pollution in oceans

Tuesday 29 December 2020 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National

Waterwoman and renowned photographer Charlotte Piho has made renewed calls to end ocean plastic waste after a turtle found to have ingested a plastic bag was found dead on a Rarotonga beach last week.

Local

The unforgettable serenity of the north

Saturday 26 December 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Features, Weekend

During a trip to the Northern Cook Islands, journalist Emmanuel Samoglou saw places of incredible beauty but facing isolation, a lack of resources, and economic hardship. Yet at the same time, he met residents who often described a freedom that comes from choosing to live life on modest terms. In this second of a two-part series, he moves on from Pukapuka to visit Manihiki and Penrhyn atolls of the Northern Cook Islands.

Features


OPINION: Pollution Battle - Plastic 1 Turtles 0

Saturday 26 December 2020 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Editorials, Opinion

The sad discovery of the washed up dead green turtle is a timely reminder of how we can better manage our waste over the festive period. By Te Ipukarea Society.

Editorials


The joy is in sharing

Saturday 26 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Rarotongans have found joy in the spirit of giving during the holiday season. Here are three stories of community members going the extra mile to share with those in need.

Local


One way Cooks-NZ bubble likely in January, government spokesperson says

Saturday 26 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy, National

The arrangement will allow Cook Islanders travelling from Rarotonga to Auckland to not have to undergo 14-days of mandatory quarantine at a managed isolation facility.

Economy


Sixteen confirmed for Touch meet

Thursday 24 December 2020 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

There are limited spots available for teams willing to take part in the Boxing Day Tournament.

Rugby Union


Runway renovations set for 2021

Thursday 24 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local, National

Specialist machinery and equipment to replace cracked slabs on the runway at Rarotonga Airport has arrived with work set to start in January 2021.

Local


Health secretary to vacate position on Christmas Day

Thursday 24 December 2020 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National

Public Service Commissioner Russell Thomas has announced Dr Josephine Aumea Herman will be standing down as Secretary of Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health on Friday.

Local


Cut-throat discounting among tourism operators discouraged

Thursday 24 December 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National

Tourism operators are being advised not to compete against each other if an expected travel bubble with New Zealand comes to fruition in the first quarter of 2021.

Local


Football thrives in Covid-19 ‘bubble’

Wednesday 23 December 2020 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Football, Sports

Tupapa Maraerenga FC will represent the Cook Islands at the Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) Champions League qualifiers next year.

Football


The hunt continues for new elderly care premises

Wednesday 23 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

With Christmas approaching, the Are Pa Metua Centre have until December 31st to move out of their present premises located in Nikao.

Local


Water intakes at critical level as dry spell continues

Wednesday 23 December 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National, Weather

Rarotonga's water Authority, To Tatou Vai, warns people may end up paying for water to be trucked in if the dry spell continues.

National


Onward and upward for badminton in 2021

Tuesday 22 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Badminton, Sports

Badminton Cook Islands has had a positive year with an increase in the number of players taking part in competitions.

Badminton


Covid and tourism in the Pacific

Tuesday 22 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National

Reflecting on a difficult year, Tourism CEO Halatoa Fua says it was fortunate that in the last 10 years the Cook Islands tourism industry had a major boom and was able to establish a reserve fund to cushion the blow from Covid-19.

Economy


Facebook is the scammers tool of choice in the Cook Islands

Tuesday 22 December 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Technology

With Facebook clearly the most popular source of internet traffic in the country, local financial fraud investigators say scammers are increasingly using the social media network to target residents.

National


‘Atiu Rocket’ breaks swimming records

Monday 21 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Sports

Swimmer Wesley Roberts, the ‘Atiu Rocket,’ is 0.7 seconds away from qualifying for the Olympic Games next year.

Other Sports


OPINION: The magic of Christmas is everywhere

Monday 21 December 2020 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion

If you look you will find there is Christmas magic in everything, writes Ruta Tangiiau Mave.

Editorials


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