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PM Brown eager to hand over Forum chair role to Tonga

Tuesday 13 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National, Pacific Islands, Pacific Islands Forum, Regional

Prime Minister Mark Brown is looking forward to handing over the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders chairmanship to Tongan PM as he focuses on his roles back home.

Cook Islands eyes T20 World Cup

Tuesday 13 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Cricket, Sports

The Cook Islands Cricket Association has finalised its men’s national squad for the ICC East Asia Pacific Sub Regional Qualifier A tournament to be held from August 16 to 24 in Apia, Samoa.

11 months jail for man caught smuggling 1.176kg of cannabis

Tuesday 13 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Local, National

A man in his 20s has been convicted and ordered to serve 11-months in jail for charges that include importing 1.176 kilograms of cannabis to Rarotonga.

Excitement unfolds in Round 3 football with dramatic draws and big wins

Tuesday 13 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

The Premier Men’s clash on Friday between Puaikura and Tupapa Maraerenga was a hard-fought battle, with both sides struggling to find a way through the congested midfield, forcing play out wide.

Michael Tavioni: Water charges will ‘restrict our farmers’ ability to produce food’

Tuesday 13 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion

I am prompted to write about water once more after hearing the Prime Minister referring to these issues again in his Constitution Day speech, writes Michael Tavioni BEM.

Cook Islands leads charge in war against invasive species

Tuesday 13 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, Features, National, Weekend

Cook Islands is hosting a regional meeting this week to address the significant threat of invasive species to the country’s ecosystems, food security and biodiversity, while sharing knowledge and seeking solutions with other Pacific nations.

Letter: Atiu Harbour Project 1974-75

Monday 12 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Next year marks the 50th anniversary of the completion and opening of the Atiu Harbour by Sir Albert and Lady Henry in July 1975.

Multi-agency approach proposed for trek safety after recent incident

Monday 12 August 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National

A recent rescue of a tourist who slipped off the Needle has reignited debate over safety measures for trekkers in Rarotonga, with authorities considering potential solutions including increased awareness and guided hikes.

Government to claim motorcycle purchased with stolen funds

Monday 12 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National

Former civil servants serving time in prison will face a court hearing on Tuesday to determine if a motorbike purchased with stolen government funds will be confiscated.

Government and NGOs collaborate on revised Biodiversity Action Plan

Monday 12 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National

The Tu’anga Taporoporo National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP) that was endorsed in 2002 has many gaps, is out of date and has not been reviewed or updated for 22 years.

Family’s pride in unsung hero

Monday 12 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

The family of Cook Islands coastwatcher Ioaba Tearaia Marsters gathered to unveil a commemorative plaque in his honour, recognising his vital role in providing early warning during World War II.

Ruta Mave: The reality of women’s leadership in the Cook Islands

Monday 12 August 2024 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion

We have come a long way from a women’s place being barefoot and pregnant in the kitchen, writes Ruta Mave.

War of the wings: The Rimatara lorikeet and how I learnt to hate the Atiu mynah

Monday 12 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, Features, Local, National, Outer Islands, Weekend

After a seven-year battle using a combination of poisoning, trapping and shooting, the Cook Islands Natural Heritage Trust successfully eradicated an initial population of around 6000 mynahs from Ātiu, making it the world’s largest island-based mynah eradication project. Roger Malcolm, a resident hotelier on Ātiu and one of the key people behind the eradication project, shares his own battle with one of the most invasive bird species in the world.

Panthers claw back to victory

Monday 12 August 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

Defending champions Tupapa Panthers remain in the hunt for top place finish in the Cook Islands Rugby Union Rarotonga Club 15s competition.

Kata: Paris Olympics

Saturday 10 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Grover Harmon elected CIFA head

Saturday 10 August 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Football, Sports

Cook Islands football rep Grover Harmon has been elected the new president of the Cook Islands Football Association (CIFA) for the next two years up to the next elective year for Council Members in 2026.

Eels smash Bulldogs, Panthers face Bears

Saturday 10 August 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

Avatiu Nikao Eels have cemented their top spot in the Cook Islands Rugby Union Rarotonga Club 15s competition after a comprehensive win over Titikaveka Bulldogs yesterday afternoon.

Matavera-Ngatangiia and Avatiu set for epic clash in football comp

Saturday 10 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Nikao Sokattak and Titikaveka will be out to break their winless streaks while Matavera-Ngatangiia takes on Avatiu in round three 2024 Rarotonga Football Season this afternoon.

From pest to past: Ātiu’s epic battle against invasive myna

Saturday 10 August 2024 | Written by Gerald McCormack | Published in Environment, Features, National, Outer Islands

After six years of no reported mynas on Ātiu, the Natural Heritage Trust is declaring its Eradication Project a success. The removal of a population of about 6000 mynas made it the world’s largest myna eradication on an island. It dwarfed the second largest island-eradication of 1641 mynas on North Island in the Seychelles completed in February 2019. By Gerald McCormack, Cook Islands Natural Heritage Trust.