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Cook Islander researching research and uplifting ‘the homies’

Tuesday 6 December 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Education, Features, National

Pacific health research generally leads with the best of intentions, but does it actually have an impact? University of Otago Research fellow Dr Troy Ruhe (Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Tūwharetoa, Mauke) will spend the next four years finding out.

Education


Rain provides slight relief to Rarotonga’s depleted intakes

Tuesday 6 December 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Environment, Local, National

The recent rainfall in Rarotonga should provide a slight respite for the island’s depleted catchment intakes, but more rain will be needed to get them back to full health.

Environment


Crown Law loses appeal on ‘discharge without conviction’ ruling

Monday 5 December 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, Crime, National

The Crown Law Office’s appeal to have a man face conviction for an incident where he slapped three women on the buttocks with a machete has been denied.

Court


House of Ariki to strengthen customary law: Turua

Monday 5 December 2022 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Culture, National

Secretary of Cultural Development Anthony Turua says a specific resolution that the House of Ariki had discussed at its annual general meeting was moving away from the judicial system and strengthening customary law.

Culture


Lawmakers – Hypocrites or pearly white?

Monday 5 December 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, This writer sat in the High Court, Criminal Division, on Friday and watched two sentences handed down from the 2021 Police operation on Aitutaki – the operation that brought an end to the international, million dollar drug cartel carried out by the young criminals of that island. I would have sat through more of the sentencing, but it was just too painful seeing young lives destroyed.

Letters to the Editor


Hosking-Ashford wants a second bite at the cherry

Monday 5 December 2022 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Politics

Democratic Party candidate and businesswoman Davina Hosking-Ashford says her challenge in joining politics was understanding the political platform.

National


Authenticity of culture promoted in tourism industry questioned

Monday 5 December 2022 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Culture, National

Businesswoman and cultural expert Jackie Tuara questioned the authenticity of the Cook Islands culture being promoted in the tourism industry.

Culture


18 months’ probation sentence for ‘repeated domestic violence’

Monday 5 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National

A man charged with assaulting his wife and child was told he was on the threshold of going to jail before sentencing.

Court


Sizzling reboot to Netball in Paradise

Monday 5 December 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Netball, Sports

Saturday saw a sizzling start to the ninth edition of the BSP Netball in Paradise tournament – both on and off the courts!

Netball


Gossip – is it true, is it kind, is it useful?

Monday 5 December 2022 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Opinion

There are no good ends to those who like to gossip with unconstrained conversation about other people without confirming if they are true, writes Ruta Mave.

Opinion


Traditional master navigators lead mission to pass on the art of voyaging

Monday 5 December 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National

Traditional navigator Tua Pittman is back on the island taking a break from sailing around the world on Lindblad Expeditions – National Geographic cruise ships which deliver programmes in education, empower local artisans and protected wild areas.

Culture


Big win earns Avatiu semis spot

Monday 5 December 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Takitumu Field had supporters stunned after Avatiu trampled hosts Matavera in the premier men’s knockout battle on Saturday setting themselves up for an epic semi-final next week.

Football


Motu2Motu draws impressive numbers of internationals

Saturday 3 December 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Paddling, Sports

One hundred and sixty-eight (168) international Oe Vaka paddlers and spectators from around the globe have made the pilgrimage to Aitutaki, to paddle in arguably the world’s most picturesque paddling event.

Paddling


Four jailed following execution of large cannabis bust on Aitutaki

Saturday 3 December 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, Crime, National

Four men charged in connection with a cannabis bust on Aitutaki early this year have been jailed.

Court


Renowned Tumu Korero passes away

Saturday 3 December 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Local, National

Taunga, Tumu Korero, orator of Cook Islands language and culture, Taraeka George Paniani fondly known as “Captain Gee” on Radio Cook Islands, passed away on Thursday, December 1 at Rarotonga hospital.

Culture


Calls for change to Constitution after petition delays Parliament schedule

Saturday 3 December 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, National, Politics

Opposition and the Government are calling for a change to the Constitution to allow for Parliament to sit while electoral petitions are still being heard.

Court


Tuna industry calls for harvest strategy - ‘Keep stocks in the green’

Saturday 3 December 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Environment, National, Regional

The tuna industry’s major players are calling for a more science-based approach to improve decision-making on management and conservation for skipjack tuna fisheries.

Environment


‘Give us the respect and dignity you want for yourself’

Saturday 3 December 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Dancing away wearing their hearts on their sleeves, persons with disabilities joyfully celebrated the “International Day of Persons with Disabilities” to the sweet sounds of local band Harry and Tina Tumupu.

Local


Rotaract Rarotonga plans ‘entertaining’ annual Xmas event

Saturday 3 December 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Entertainment, Local, National

The 2022 Rotaract Christmas in the Park event promises to be fun-filled family entertainment.

Entertainment


Do or die battles in football

Saturday 3 December 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

The 2022 Rarotonga football season will today enter knockout eliminations where two venues will host unpredictable thrillers that will decide teams who will live to fight another day.

Football


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