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Nui Rarotonga for pregnant mothers

Tuesday 2 May 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National

Pregnant women can prepare better for their new babies thanks to the new Pregnancy Care Centre ‘Nui Rarotonga’ – a free community-based course focused on empowering women with knowledge and support about pregnancy, birth and baby’s arrival.

Health


Transforming Cook Islands’ government, business, education, and health sectors using AI

Tuesday 2 May 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion

Artificial intelligence (AI) presents an opportunity to enhance the economic and social well-being of the Cook Islands’ communities. Large Language Models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT are cutting-edge AI technologies that offer tremendous potential for organisations across various sectors, writes Tata Crocombe.

Opinion


‘Soldier Search Mission’ successful in locating 43 World War I graves

Tuesday 2 May 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands

One hundred and eleven (111) Mangaia-born soldiers were enlisted in the First World War (WWI), according to the Cook Islands WWI New Zealand Expeditionary Force (NZEF) ANZAC Soldiers Research Project. The Soldiers Research Project team have now located and documented 43 of the 45 Cook Islands WWI soldiers’ graves and headstones on the island of Mangaia.

National


Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting to be held in November

Tuesday 2 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Pacific Islands Forum, Politics, Regional

The date for the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting (PILFM) in the Cook Islands has been confirmed. The 52nd Forum Meeting, held in the Cook Islands for the first time since 2012, will take place between November 6 to 10.

National


PM Brown discusses sustainable long-term development partnership with South Korean counterpart

Tuesday 2 May 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National, Politics

Prime Minister Mark Brown is in South Korea this week, as part of his engagements with the Asian Development Bank.

National


Chief Justice, Crown share concerns around attempted rape case

Tuesday 2 May 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National

A Chief Justice and Crown lawyer have both expressed concerns about the amount of time a man accused of attempted rape has spent in custody.

Court


Apii Avarua juniors happy to be back at school

Tuesday 2 May 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National

After two weeks of school holidays, students across the Cook Islands were back in the classrooms for the start of term two studies yesterday.

Education


Ambitious environment project aims to improve land, air and sea in Cook Islands

Tuesday 2 May 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Environment, National

An ambitious multi-million dollar six-year environment project aimed at reducing and mitigating environmental impacts of key development sectors in the Cook Islands will be launched on Rarotonga.

Environment


Tupapa U18s make clean sweep in Kia Orana Youth Football Tournament

Monday 1 May 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

The Kia Orana Youth Football Tournament came to an end on Saturday with Tupapa Maraerenga making a clean sweep in the under-18 division, winning both the men’s and women’s titles, at CIFA Complex in Matavera.

Football


Iro to help prepare Pacific Games squad

Monday 1 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports

Cook Islands rugby league head coach Tony Iro will assist the Pacific Games coach Clive Nicholas with their train on squad at 5pm today at Aretere Park in Avatiu.

League


RUTA MAVE: Pride and prejudice in our sporting community

Monday 1 May 2023 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Opinion

Pride and prejudice exist in our sporting community where we have little pride and too much prejudice, writes Ruta Mave.

Opinion


Cook Islands joins High Ambition Coalition to end plastic pollution

Monday 1 May 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National

“We have joined the High Ambition Coalition to end plastic pollution. This coalition sets an ambitious target to reverse and end plastic pollution by 2040,” says National Environment Service (NES) director Halatoa Fua.

Environment


Comeback kings: Defending champions Panthers stun Eels to book final spot

Monday 1 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports

Defending champions Tupapa Panthers are through to the premier men’s final after a hard-fought win against Avatiu Nikao Eels in the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition playoff at Aretere Park on Saturday.

League


LETTER: Progress or new problem?

Monday 1 May 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, The newly constructed sidewalk fronting Trader Jacks is perplexing. Previous to this construction, the open access to the Avarua Wharf from across the street next to the Ministry of Justice where the canoes are stored was seamless.

Letters to the Editor

Promoting digital banking services

Monday 1 May 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National, Technology

ANZ is encouraging people to use their digital banking services, and will be significantly reducing their online fees for international transactions.

National


Rape accused vacates pleas and seeks review of charges

Monday 1 May 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National

A man with a long criminal history, charged with multiple offences including rape and indecent assault, has vacated earlier pleas and asked for disclosure on the charges he is facing.

Court


Local employers left in limbo as foreign workers leave in droves

Monday 1 May 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National

Loss of foreign workers to New Zealand post Covid-19 pandemic has become a major issue for local businesses who are struggling to fill the void left by these workers, most of whom are leaving the country without proper notice.

Economy


Te Hokianga o Ngāti Tūmatauenga ki Rarotonga II for ANZAC

Saturday 29 April 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Features, Weekend

Hundreds of Ngāti Tūmatauenga (The Tribe of the God of War) members – the Aotearoa New Zealand Army veterans and current officers – have reunited in Rarotonga for Te Hokianga o Ngāti ki Rarotonga II reunion and paid tribute to the fallen Anzac soldiers at this week’s Dawn Service.

Art


Trailblazer’s journey to the ‘Red Diamond’

Saturday 29 April 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Weekend

Sergeant Suzanne “Sue” Gingles visited Rarotonga representing the New Zealand Remembrance Army at the unveiling of the “plaque of gratitude” for Anzac World War I heroine Ettie Rout.

Features


National digital ID system proposed

Saturday 29 April 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National, Technology

A nationwide digital ID is being proposed as part of sweeping changes to the Cook Islands’ digital infrastructure.

National


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