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Ruta Mave: ‘This is a joke not justice’

Monday 23 September 2024 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Opinion

Back in the day when discipline meant something and if you were disobedient, cruel or lying you were punished with the use of physical force like the wooden spoon, hair brush, or Dad’s belt or hand so that you would remember it and choose not to do it again – or else, writes Ruta Mave.

Opinion


Court briefs

Monday 23 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National

September 23, 2024

Court


Hard-fought victory sends Cook Islands to Netball World Youth Cup

Monday 23 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Sports

The Cook Islands under-21 netball team has qualified for the 2025 Netball World Youth Cup in Gibraltar, following a hard-fought, intense battle on Saturday.

Netball


Tokouso defends Tri-Nation title

Monday 23 September 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

Tokouso successfully defended the Cook Islands Rugby Union Tri-Nation Series after beating Cook Islands Residents 22-10 in the final match on Saturday at Aretere Park in Avatiu.

Rugby Union


Rand claims second Round Rarotonga title

Monday 23 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Athletics, Sports

A beautiful breezy sunny morning accompanied by the symphony of drums welcomed runners to the finish line at the 47th Round Rarotonga Road Race (RRRR) on Saturday morning.

Athletics


Parliament Clerk sparks outrage over deep sea mining statement

Monday 23 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, National, Parliament

The Clerk of Parliament has come under fire for his comments on a radio talkback show that the Government will inevitably win the seabed mining battle due to its legal authority, despite protests and concerns from the public.

Environment


Chamber celebrates growth and strategic vision at 2024 AGM

Monday 23 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Business, National

Cook Islands Chamber of Commerce held its annual general meeting (AGM) last week, marking a milestone in its journey towards fostering a vibrant business environment in the country.

Business


Police apprehend four juveniles in connection with motorcycle thefts

Monday 23 September 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Crime, National

Cook Islands Police arrested four juveniles aged 13 to 15 in connection with reported stolen motorbikes and charged them with unlawful taking and being a party to the offence.

Crime


3000 companies at risk due to Act oversight: Browne 

Monday 23 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National, Parliament

The Opposition leader’s Companies Amendment Bill aims to address a loophole in the 2017 Companies Act that has prevented thousands of companies from re-registering, causing potential significant economic hardship.

Economy


Kata: Inmates hired by families

Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Kata


Celebrating 50 years of hospitality

Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Business, Features, Go Local, National, Weekend

A leading Cook Islands resort, celebrating its 50th anniversary, is honouring its dedicated staff, particularly those who have served for over 20 years, and reflecting on its growth and impact on the community.

Business


Mangaia’s ‘ringed web of caves’ offers rich geological and historical treasures

Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Rod Dixon | Published in Features, In Depth, Memory Lane, Weekend

A team of American cave explorers estimate there may be hundreds of caves yet to be explored on Mangaia in what one team member describes as ‘a ringed web of caves’ rich in geological and historical interest, including evidence of pre-historic exploration, writes Rod Dixon.

Features


Deep sea dilemma: Cook Islanders weigh the cost of mineral riches

Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Features, In Depth

As international experts gathered at the world’s largest gathering of ocean mineral stakeholders in Rarotonga this week, some Cook Islanders joined hands in protest against the proposed deep-sea mining of polymetallic nodules containing valuable minerals in the Cook Islands seabed.

Features


Tupapa and Avatiu lock horns in thrilling Round Cup clashes

Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Victoria Park will host another thrilling round of matches in the 2024 Rarotonga Round Cup Competition, with Tupapa Maraerenga FC taking on Avatiu FC in pivotal encounters for both the Premier Men and Senior Women.

Football


Tri Nations finale

Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Sports

Cook Island Rugby Union looks to conclude the season in a remarkable fashion with the Tri Nations 15s Series finale at Aretere Park in Avatiu this afternoon.

Netball


Do-or-die match for Cook Islands U21

Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Sports

The Cook Islands U21 netball team must defeat Papua New Guinea today to qualify for the 2025 Netball World Youth Cup in Gibraltar.

Netball


Atiu Enua calls for unity as new leadership takes office

Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands

Atiu Enua celebrated the swearing-in of their new mayor and Island Council members on Wednesday at the CICC Sunday School Hall in Mapumai.

National


Te Ipukarea Society: Rat free Takutea on its way: Stage 1 of eradication project successfully concluded

Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Editorials, Opinion

Stage one of the Takutea Rat Eradication Project has successfully concluded, with the field team arriving back in Atiu and Rarotonga aboard the Marumaru Atua last Saturday morning.

Editorials


Thomas Wynne: Be a good ancestor

Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion

We are more than just warriors, we are data collectors too. We all have that person in our family who is the data collector – generally a genealogy data collector, writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.

Editorials


Jurors advised to remain open-minded

Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, National

Jurors in a rape and burglary trial have been instructed not to discuss the case with anyone and to maintain an open mind as they return to High Court on Monday for closing submissions.

Court


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