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A gateway to the past: New digitising kit to preserve Cook Islands’ recent voyaging history

Thursday 19 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Technology

The Cook Islands Voyaging Society as well as Tauranga Vananga were gifted a Rokirokitia Digitising Kit by Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision, the New Zealand’s audiovisual archive.

Te Kukupa II repair work progressing well: Police

Thursday 19 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National

Repair work on the Cook Islands’ maritime patrol vessel is expected to be completed this month.

Police develop new system to streamline domestic violence reporting

Thursday 19 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National

Cook Islands Police Family Violence unit has developed a new reporting template to better streamline domestic violence complaints.

Medicinal cannabis campaigner calls for … ‘Common sense’ approach

Thursday 19 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Health, Local, National

Medicinal cannabis campaigner Steve Boggs is calling on Te Marae Ora to take a “common sense” approach and follow New Zealand in allowing over-the counter sales of cannabidiol (CBD) products.

Cooks to host international conference as it steps up seabed minerals investigation

Thursday 19 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National

Cook Islands is stepping up its seabed minerals bid as it will host international agencies at the annual Underwater Minerals Conference (UMC) on Rarotonga next year.

Aitutaki residents frustrated by ‘chronic’ water shortage crisis

Thursday 19 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, Health, Local, National, Outer Islands

Aitutaki residents are frustrated by the ongoing water shortage crisis on the island, as some households face extended periods of water cuts lasting up to four weeks and more.

Kata: Queens

Wednesday 18 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Cook Islands netball team heads to Singapore for Nations Cup

Wednesday 18 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Sports

The Netball Cook Islands (NCI) team will depart Rarotonga for Singapore tomorrow for the MIRXES Nations Cup.

Street and Raymond triumph in Cook Islands Triathlon Ariki Adventures Raro Challenge

Wednesday 18 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Athletics, Sports, Triathlon

The weather on Saturday was just perfect for the Cook Islands Triathlon Ariki Adventures Raro Challenge which was being held for the third consecutive year.

Pet Talk: Aitutaki – A parting gift for Te Are Manu veterinarian

Wednesday 18 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Pet Talk

November 17 will be Te Are Manu’s final visit to Aitutaki for the year. It will also be my last visit to Aitutaki, for the monthly clinic, and my final day working for Te Are Manu, writes Dr Michael Baer.

Rarotonga-based filmmaker brings his latest film ‘home’

Wednesday 18 October 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Entertainment, Features

The co-writer and co-director of New Zealand feature film Uproar was in the middle of making the comedy-drama when he decided to move to the tropical Cook Islands.

Ngamaru Tupuna Ariki wins court case to confirm her title

Wednesday 18 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands

Tupuna Moeroa Ngamaru has been granted her application to the High Court to be confirmed as the elected Ngamaru Ariki of the Ngati Te Akatauira tribe, of Enuamanu Atiu.

Police say serious domestic violence cases running at just under 26%

Wednesday 18 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Local, National

Police have said that serious cases involving assault in domestic violence cases are running at just under 26 per cent. This is the trajectory of figures for 2023.

Rarotonga International Airport parking system back online after $17,000 repair

Wednesday 18 October 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National

The automated parking control system at the Rarotonga International Airport is back in service after being down since the start of the year.

Opposition parties divided on Vaimaanga coastal road closure

Wednesday 18 October 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National

The Opposition parties are divided on the government’s ‘no issue’ statement regarding the closure of the coastal main road in Vaimaanga to make way for the Sheraton redevelopment.

Letter: Public interest or not?

Wednesday 18 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Perhaps Mrs Tina Browne would care to comment publicly, now as leader of the Opposition, but way back appearing for the landowner in the December, 1989 confirmation of alienation hearing concerning the “Sheraton Hotel” lease, with Justice Dillon presiding. When asked by Justice Dillon “…do you consider the arrangement now proposed to be in the public interest”. Mrs. Browne replied “…I do.”

New digitising kits to preserve and promote Cook Islands history and culture

Wednesday 18 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Local, National

Thanks to the introduction of new digitising kits, Cook Islands history and culture can now be preserved and promoted, ensuring that future generations have the opportunity to explore and understand them.

Kata: Luxon

Tuesday 17 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Tupapa holds on for narrow win over Puaikura in thrilling encounter

Tuesday 17 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

The round 10 of the Rarotonga football season showcased a series of thrilling matches among various age groups and categories, demonstrating the incredible talent and sportsmanship of participating teams.

Cook Islands lose Arona, Makatoa

Tuesday 17 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in League, Sports

Cook Islands halfback Tevin Arona has been cleared of a spinal fracture after being injured in the opening set of tackles in the Pacific Championships clash with Papua New Guinea.