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Clash of opinions on Cook Islands Māori language
Thursday 4 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Education, National
The Mapu Taurekareka O Nikao, Pa Enua, Rangiatea Matavera, and Vaka Puaikura teams presented vigorous ‘akatika’ (For) and pātoi (Against) sentiments in the 'Epetoma ō te reo Māori Kūki 'Āirani debate competition on Wednesday.
Farmers’ market in $7.6m Avarua project
Thursday 4 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Punanga Nui minister George ‘Maggie’ Angene has acknowledged Deputy Prime Minister Albert Nicholas for confirming the construction of the farmers’ market complex.
Tupapa and Titikaveka claim final netball spots
Thursday 4 July 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Netball, Sports
Titikaveka Pearls will face Tupapa at the Netball Cook Islands Premiership finals today after defeating Arorangi 61-51 in the semi-final match on Tuesday.
Kata: Medicinal marijuana
Wednesday 3 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
Exciting finals at mixed touch tourney
Wednesday 3 July 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
The Business House Mixed Touch Tournament concluded on Monday with thrilling grand final matches, marking the end of another successful event with Air Raro winning the Mana Division, ICI Crew the Moana Division, and Te Mavericks Ora the Toa Division.
Pet Talk: Diagnosing Ciguatera / Fish Poisoning in Dogs and Cats
Wednesday 3 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Pet Talk
Ciguatera poisoning is a type of foodborne illness caused by consuming fish that have accumulated ciguatoxins, which are produced by marine microorganisms, writes Dr Rose Hasegawa, medical director Te Are Manu Vet Clinic.
Tatau, tatā and tuatua Māori - read, write and speak
Wednesday 3 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Culture, Education, Features, National
Tauranga Vananga Minister George “Maggie” Angene has called on Members of Parliament to do their part in preserving reo Māori Kūki 'Āirani by speaking the language during Parliament sittings.
Record year for Aussie visitors to the Cook Islands
Wednesday 3 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Economy, National, Tourism
It’s anticipated that this financial year will see more Australian visitors to the Cook Islands than ever before, with 32,000 holidaying here.
Medicinal cannabis now permitted in Cook Islands with prescription
Wednesday 3 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, Local, National, Tourism
Cook Islanders and visitors can now bring in medicinal cannabis into the country from New Zealand and Australia provided they meet certain requirements, says Te Marae Ora (TMO), Ministry for Health.
Is our language at risk of disappearing?
Wednesday 3 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
A United Nations agency says te reo Māori Kūki' Āirani is decreasing at an accelerating pace and is at risk of disappearing as more Cook Islanders shift their preference from their native tongue to English.
Kata: US Supreme Court
Tuesday 2 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
Tears and gratitude: Bishop Donoghue retires after 13 years of service
Tuesday 2 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Church Talk, Features
Bishop Paul Patrick Donoghue retired after over a decade of service as Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Rarotonga, Cook Islands, paving the way for Bishop Reynaldo Bunyi Getalado’s installation as the new leader
Town Whites claim first Conan’s Cup title despite final leg loss
Tuesday 2 July 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
The Town Whites hoisted their first Conan’s Cup women’s rugby league title despite going down to the Country Blacks in the final leg of the three-match series over the weekend.
Power outages force rematch of netball premiership semifinals
Tuesday 2 July 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Netball, Sports
The Netball Cook Islands premiership semifinals played at the Ngatangiia courts were thrown into disarray last Thursday due to an unplanned power outage. The interruption occurred during two crucial semifinal games, necessitating a rematch scheduled for this evening at 5pm.
Letter: Reliable and credible information?
Tuesday 2 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, I was also interested to read about the education debate in Parliament last month. Leader of the Opposition, Honourable MP Tina Browne, shared her concern about the low academic achievements of Tereora College students. I am interested to know the source of this information.
Low yacht revenue despite ‘booming’ Aitutaki traffic
Tuesday 2 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands Port Authority is facing low yacht revenue in Rarotonga despite the season but expects improvement with Aitutaki harbour development and upgraded equipment.
Education investigates Opposition Leader’s claim of poor Tereora College results
Tuesday 2 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National
The Ministry of Education is investigating a statement made by the Leader of the Opposition in Parliament last month in relation to Tereora College results from Literacy and Numeracy exams.
Underlying conditions may have contributed to tourist drowning
Tuesday 2 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
Police have confirmed that a visitor who died on Sunday likely drowned, possibly due to underlying medical conditions.
11-year-old urges community to embrace reo Māori at Cook Islands Language Week
Tuesday 2 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Education, Local, National
Language starts at home was the powerful message delivered distinctly in reo Māori by 11-year-old Inano Urirau on day one of the 'Epetoma ō te reo Māori Kūki 'Āirani - Cook Islands Language Week yesterday.
Second HIV case in five years, Te Marae Ora to probe origin
Tuesday 2 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, Local, National, Tourism
Cook Islands recorded a new HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) case this year, bringing the total to two in the past five years, and health officials are investigating the origin of the infection.
