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Mangaia youth embrace traditional voyaging skills
Thursday 26 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands
Te Puna Marama Voyaging Foundation has successfully completed their Teretereanga Vaka programme in Mangaia, providing educational opportunities for youth on the island to participate in a course that promotes and preserves the art of traditional voyaging and navigation.
Top 10 ready to rock the stage in Cook Islands Has Talent finale
Thursday 26 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, Features
The top 10 performers are polishing their acts to rock the Cook Islands Has Talent stage in the finale this coming Saturday at the Staircase Bar.
By election date set for vacant councillor seats
Thursday 26 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
A vacancy exists for a council member for the village of Ivirua in Mangaia, and two council members for the village of Tetautua in Penrhyn.
Letter: Tereora College ‘on life support’
Thursday 26 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, This letter has been a long time in the making and is tough to write, but I felt compelled to express my frustration and disappointment with our current education system in the perhaps forlorn hope that it might help kickstart a national conversation about the present state of affairs as it relates to our children’s secondary school education here on Rarotonga.
Kata: Backlog of papers in Parliament
Wednesday 25 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
Fiji coup leader George Speight seems unlikely to seek political role - academic
Wednesday 25 September 2024 | Written by RNZ | Published in Fiji, Regional
A Fiji politics watcher doubts the 2000 coup frontman George Speight will seek to involve himself in Fijian politics, after being released from prison last week.
Kiribati increasingly in thegrip of ‘authoritarianism’
Wednesday 25 September 2024 | Written by RNZ | Published in Kiribati, Regional
Kiribati is becoming a one-party state while the delivery of basic services is near collapse, according to the opposition leader in the last parliament, Tessie Lambourne.
Mauke’s new mayor wants to get the community into planting crops
Wednesday 25 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National, Outer Islands
The island of Akatokamanava/Mauke celebrated its elected Island Council members during the swearing-in ceremony yesterday morning at the Government Representative building site.
Tourism contribution set to surpass half-billion dollar mark
Wednesday 25 September 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, National, Tourism
Tourism’s contribution to the Cook Islands economy is set to surpass half a billion dollars this year, according to the Cook Islands Visitor Economy Factsheet released today.
Crew overtime leads to Jetstar flight cancellation
Wednesday 25 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in National, Tourism
The strictly regulated operating hours for crew members on the Jetstar JQ130 flight from Rarotonga to Auckland, were exceeded leading to the cancellation of flight on Monday night.
Businessman loses appeal against assault convictions
Wednesday 25 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
The Court of Appeal has dismissed a Rarotonga businessman’s application against his conviction for two counts of assault on a female, according to a judgement released last week.
Pet Talk: Dental care for pet
Wednesday 25 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Pet Talk
Maintaining good dental health is crucial for the overall well-being of your cat or dog, writes Dr Rose Hasegawa, medical director Te Are Manu Vet Clinic.
Aquatics to host international open water swimming events
Wednesday 25 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Sports, Swimming
Cook Islands Aquatics Federation (CIAF) is planning to host its first international open-water swimming event next year in March, with another planned for September/October 2025.
Letter: Crown responsibilities
Wednesday 25 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Clerk of Parliament Tangata Vainerere is quoted saying “On the comment that the Crown will win, it is based on reality.”
Letter: Protecting our biodiversity
Wednesday 25 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, Over a week ago, a group from NES carried out a workshop in Mauke to gain local input, knowledge and concerns as we update the National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan from 2002.
Pa Enua leaders seek help to combat transnational crime
Wednesday 25 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Crime, Economy, National
The lack of resources and security in the Pa Enua to tackle transnational crimes were the key factors driving community leaders from the outer islands to participate in the Transnational Organised Crime workshop held in Rarotonga.
Excitement builds as Rarotonga Football Season reaches Round 10
Wednesday 25 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Excitement is mounting as grassroots teams prepare for their Round 10 matches in the 2024 Rarotonga Football Season at CIFA Complex in Matavera today.
Kata: Prison limo
Tuesday 24 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
Tupapa Maraerenga’s Webb brothers shine in 6-0 win
Tuesday 24 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Round nine of the 2024 Rarotonga Round Cup was packed with excitement as teams across all divisions left everything on the field, delivering thrilling moments and some unexpected results.
Residents aim to make a statement at Tri-Series
Tuesday 24 September 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Cook Islands Residents have arrived on the Gold Coast, Australia, for the 2024 Cook Islands Rugby League Tri-Series from September 27 to 29.
