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School holidays boost numbers for Oire Nikao
Monday 29 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Education, Local, National
It has been challenging for Oire Nikao to prepare for the 2024 Te Maeva Nui due to a shortage of members.
ICI outlines road repair plans, reveals cost of tarsealing 1km
Monday 29 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Infrastructure Cook Islands says the cost of tar-sealing a kilometre of road in Rarotonga is around $80,000 to $120,000.
Minister to house man accused of burglary
Monday 29 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A man known to the Cook Islands Police was granted bail by Justice of the Peace Vania Kenning after it was confirmed that he would be residing with the Minister for Corrective Services and Tupapa Member of Parliament, George ‘Maggie’ Angene.
‘Dark oxygen’ discovery sparks call for independent seabed mining research
Monday 29 July 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Environment, Local, National
The recent discovery of oxygen production by deep-sea nodules has intensified concerns over the potential environmental impacts of deep-sea mining in the Cook Islands.
Cook Islands swimmer Connolly makes memorable Olympic debut
Monday 29 July 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports, Swimming
Cook Islands swimmer Lanihei Connolly made a memorable Olympic Games debut in Paris, France, on Saturday night.
Kata: Seafloor
Sunday 28 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
‘The greatest celebration’
Saturday 27 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Entertainment, Features, National
Te Maeva Nui, as we know it today, is the most important annual festival in the Cook Islands and the best time to experience all aspects of Cook Islands traditional and modern culture.
Star navigators to jet planes: From ancient voyagers to modern arrivals
Saturday 27 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Entertainment, Features, Go Local, National
The theme for this year’s Te Maeva Nui Festival is “Te au Tauranga Rongonui o taku enua/matakeinanga – The important ports of my island/tribe.”
‘Our culture reminds us of who we are and where we come from’
Saturday 27 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Entertainment, Features, National
Kia Orana tatou katoa i te aroa kenakore o to tatou Atu. Te rekareka nei au ite akaaravei ia tatou na roto i teia tataanga; ia tatou e tapapa atu nei no teia tuatau akamaaraanga ite ivangauruanga ma iva mataiti na tatou rai tatou e akaaere.
Cultural groups gear up for spectacular Te Maeva Nui
Saturday 27 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Entertainment, Features, National
The annual Te Maeva Nui is Cook Islands’ biggest and greatest cultural performing arts festival that showcases the rich cultural heritage and traditions of its people in commemoration of the country’s self-governance in 1965.
Unbeatens Eels face defending champs
Saturday 27 July 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The second round of the Cook Islands Rugby Union Rarotonga Club 15s competition promises to be a cracker as the undefeated Avatiu Nikao Eels take on defending champions Tupapa Panthers at Teimurimotia Park this afternoon.
Fierce rivalries ignite opening round
Saturday 27 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Last year’s Premier Men’s champions, Tupapa Maraerenga, will play host to Matavera-Ngatangiia in their first-round match of the 2024 Premier Men’s Championship at Victoria Park this afternoon.
Youngsters ace-ing their holidays
Saturday 27 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Education, National, Sports, Tennis
While most children are relaxing during their school holidays, a dedicated group of primary school students from Apii Te Uki Ou are taking to the tennis courts to sharpen their skills and revive their passion for the sport.
From public service to PhD: Allsworth’s journey to uncovering public sector corruption
Saturday 27 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Local, National, Weekend
A well-known Cook Islander celebrated a double milestone, turning 65 and completing his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) studies, which focused on corruption in the Cook Islands public sector.
Finding success amidst challenges
Saturday 27 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Business, Features, Go Local, National
A 44-year-old businesswoman and mother of four, Flora Pupuke-Robati, is optimistic despite the challenges faced by women in business, which were highlighted during the inaugural Taki Tahi Summit earlier this week.
Hair stylist inspires next generation
Saturday 27 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Features, Go Local
A 29-year-old Cook Islander based in Australia returned home to share his expertise with aspiring local hair artists and offered his professional services locally, for which thousands of people worldwide eagerly await appointments.
Te Ipukarea Society: Youth keeping an eye over nature
Saturday 27 July 2024 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Environment, National
This past week, a group of our youth came together to participate in the Mata Natura Youth Programme.
Thomas Wynne: The hidden scars of our community
Saturday 27 July 2024 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Just over 30 per cent of all those who identified as Pacific islanders to the Royal Commission into Abuse in State Care in Aotearoa identified as Cook Islanders, writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.
Weather warning
Saturday 27 July 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Weather
A low-pressure system being monitored by weather authorities and Emergency Management Cook Islands is tracking to pass south of Rarotonga over the weekend.
