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Glenn inspires future league stars

Thursday 16 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in League, Sports

Former Broncos and Cook Islands captain Alex Glenn is using his story of success to give back to the next generation, heading up the new Broncos Multicultural Youth Leadership Programme.

League


Penrhyn schools participate in inaugural Maths Quiz

Thursday 16 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, Local, National, Outer Islands

The Penrhyn school of Tetautua crossed the island’s lagoon highway to attend the first Maths Quiz hosted by Omoka School last Friday.

Education


Tourist arrivals slump in Feb

Thursday 16 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, Local, National

Tourism operators have been bracing themselves for the downturn after a quiet couple of months.

Economy


Cook Islands, Republic of Korea celebrate 10th anniversary of diplomatic relations

Thursday 16 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National, Politics

Prime Minister Mark Brown yesterday met with new Ambassador to the Cook Islands, His Excellency Changsik Kim, the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary for the Republic of Korea.

Local


Beach netball fundraiser postponed

Thursday 16 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Netball, Sports

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the “Shoot your Shot – Beach Netball” fundraiser by the Netball and Basketball Cook Islands sports codes which was scheduled to take place this Saturday has now been postponed to April 1.

Netball


Man guilty of injuring and remanded in custody following three-day jury trial

Thursday 16 March 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National

A man has been remanded in custody following a three-day jury trial in which he was found not guilty of injuring a woman with intent but guilty of injuring her by an unlawful act.

Court


Busy schedule ahead as Parliament resumes following months of delays

Wednesday 15 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National, Politics

Parliament is due to resume sitting next week after months of delays.

Local


Kiwi youth with disabilities bond with Rarotonga dogs

Wednesday 15 March 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Local, National

Groups of Kiwi young people with disabilities became “honorary volunteers” for the SPCA this week, taking the dogs for their morning walk during a field trip to the Cook Islands.

Local


Aotearoa New Zealand Citizenship certificates presented

Wednesday 15 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Nine Aotearoa New Zealand Citizenship certificates were presented at a special ceremony yesterday afternoon at Ngātipā.

Local


The winners from Polyfest 2023: Cooks take the stage

Wednesday 15 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Culture, Local, National

Five secondary schools (division one and two) performed including defending champions Māngere College, but it was the students from Auckland Girls Grammar School who showcased the beautiful dance styles of the Cook Islands.

Culture


PM says shortage of housing in Cooks: Loan scheme still under construction

Wednesday 15 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in

Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown says there is a shortage of housing as government prepares its discount home loan scheme for first time buyers.


Maritime Surveillance Centre upgrade celebrated by Cook Islands and Aussie

Wednesday 15 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National, Technology

Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown says the opening of the upgraded Police Service Maritime Surveillance Centre is a sign of the enduring relationship between the Cook Islands and Australia.

Local


Touch playoffs heat up

Wednesday 15 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby

The Cook Islands Touch weekly competition will today continue in the men’s and women’s opens category.

Sports


Water – the most essential nutrient

Wednesday 15 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Pet Talk

We have had a bit of rain, at last, after a month or so of hot weather. During that hot weather we had a group of British volunteers working at Te Are Manu. They were great; enthusiastic, talented and very knowledgeable. But not very heat tolerant.

Opinion


LETTER TO EDITOR: ‘PM should be held responsible’

Tuesday 14 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Wouldn’t you think that when 62 per cent of the voters said yes to the cannabis referendum during the 2022 general election on August 1 to allow for research and medicinal use that the Government would want to make life easier for patients arriving in our nation with a legal prescription for medicinal cannabis products?

Letters to the Editor


Forum meeting is likely in October

Tuesday 14 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in

The Pacific Islands Forum in the Cook Islands will likely take place in October.


Avatiu Eels and Lady Panthers emerge top contenders after R1

Tuesday 14 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Avatiu Nikao Eels and Lady Panthers have emerged top bets after round one of the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition.

Rugby league


Japan provides over $313k grant

Tuesday 14 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

A school and a volunteer fire service have received Japan’s Grant Assistance for Grass-Roots Human Security Projects.

Local


New generator to solve Pukapuka’s inconsistent power supply problem

Tuesday 14 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands

The island of Pukapuka has a new generator to help with its power issues.

Local


Arorangi blaze being treated as suspicious

Tuesday 14 March 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National

A blaze in Arorangi late on Sunday night is being treated as suspicious. Emergency services were called to the Back Road property just after 11pm.

Local

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