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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

‘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.

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.

Battle of the string bands: Six to compete for top prize

Friday 2 December 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Local, National

Six local bands will be vying for the top prize at the inaugural The Edgewater Resort and Spa String Band Competition tonight.

Christ centered Christmas

Friday 2 December 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

As we enter the Christmas season, we are reminded of the purpose of celebrating Christmas, writes Tamatoa Jonassen of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.

Jail term for conspiring to sell cannabis

Friday 2 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National

A man caught up in a massive cannabis bust involving more than $100,000 in transactions and multiple people has been given nearly two years’ jail.

LETTER TO EDITOR: History behind Kimiangatau’s founding

Friday 2 December 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, While it’s good to get new local programmes on CITV, it is not good practice to source material from just one person and not do any cross-checking.

Rape accused arrested and remanded

Friday 2 December 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, Crime, National

A Mangaia man who failed to turn up to the High Court in Avarua for sentencing has been arrested and remanded in custody.

Intakes in dire situation

Friday 2 December 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National

Due to the extreme dry spell, To Tatou Vai urgently advises people on Rarotonga, particularly in Arorangi and Vaka Puiakura, to use water sparingly.

Cook Islands calls for global treaty to end plastic pollution

Friday 2 December 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National, Regional

An emotional plea made by the Cook Islands to over 190 countries gathered to negotiate a new treaty on plastic pollution was met with strong applause in Uruguay this week.

Time for cameras on longliners: NGOs

Friday 2 December 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Environment, National, Technology

A Covid-19-induced break in the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission’s (WCPFC) observer programme is evidence cameras are needed on ships, says an environmental NGO.

Finance – ‘a barrier to higher education’

Friday 2 December 2022 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National

Finance is a key barrier to many who want to complete their tertiary level education. The director of the University of the South Pacific’s (USP) Cook Islands campus, Dr Debbie Futter-Puati says a student loan facility or free education could change this.

Women’s rugby gains momentum

Friday 2 December 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

Exposing more women and girls to rugby and hopefully inspire them to take up the sport was one of the drives for the ‘train and play’ rugby game held last week.

Permit extension approved ‘without oversight’: TVOM

Friday 2 December 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Environment, National

An environmental advocacy group is concerned a permit for a major water project has been renewed ‘without oversight’.

Kata: Drama in court

Thursday 1 December 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in

Kukis learn 2025 World Cup fate

Thursday 1 December 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Cook Islands men’s side will take on the winner of the 2023 Middle East Africa Cup for a spot in the 2025 Rugby League World Cup to be held in France.