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Ministry to work on proposed rules and regulations for marine tourism

Monday 20 June 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National

The Ministry of Marine Resources will soon start work on proposed rules and regulations for marine tourism, particularly turtle tours.

Feeling stronger, fitter, lighter and more energetic

Saturday 18 June 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Weekend

Health and Fitness exercise programmes appear to be moving across the island in waves.

Young Broncos forwards headline national squad

Saturday 18 June 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports

Former Roosters and Sharks forward Tinirau Arona will return from England to provide experience for a young Cook Islands team named for next Friday night’s Pacific Test against Samoa (Cook Islands time).

Census data indicates resident population up

Saturday 18 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National

The latest census data indicate Cook Islands’ resident population has increased despite reports of depopulation due to Covid-19 related exodus.

Australia's Foreign Minister visits Solomon Islands

Friday 17 June 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Australia, Regional

The Australian Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong arrived a short while ago at the Solomon Islands Prime Minister's office in Honiara.

Kata: Chickens

Friday 17 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Game on! Pacific Mini Games officially kicks off

Friday 17 June 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Other Sports, Sports

The 2022 Pacific Mini Games officially kicked off last night with the official opening ceremony in Saipan, Northern Marianas.

Political parties urge electorates to 'use your right to vote'

Friday 17 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National

With 2022 General Election date announced, political parties hoping to get into power are urging people to exercise their right to vote.

Samoa PM looks to 'raise the quality' of RSE programme

Thursday 16 June 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Regional, Samoa

The Prime Minister of Samoa has confirmed her government is looking at halting the open recruitment process for RSE workers.

Kata: RAT tests

Thursday 16 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Team Cook Islands arrives in Northern Marianas in good spirits

Thursday 16 June 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Other Sports, Sports

The first lot of athletes representing Cook Islands at the 2022 Pacific Mini Games have arrived in Saipan, Northern Marianas.

Public Service Commission calls for political neutrality

Thursday 16 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National

The public sector has been asked to remain ‘politically neutral’ in the run up to the General Election to be held on August 1, 2022.

US-Marshalls resume long-stalled talks

Wednesday 15 June 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional

Nearly three years after the first in-person preliminary discussions were held between the United States and the Marshall Islands for a third funding agreement in the Compact of Free Association treaty, negotiations resumed again this week with a two-day meeting at Kwajalein.

Kata: Dogs

Wednesday 15 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Swimmer hoping to make a splash at the Commonwealth Games

Wednesday 15 June 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports, Swimming

Sixteen-year-old Cook Islander Lanihei Connolly will represent the Cook Islands at next month's Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.

Rape trial reveals alleged victims aged under 12-years-old

Wednesday 15 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Court, National

A man charged with sexual offending has been referred to as “Uncle Moe” by four alleged victims who were all under the age of 12 when the alleged incidents took place.

Jacinda Ardern and Samoa's PM hold media briefing

Tuesday 14 June 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Regional, Samoa

Samoa and China do not have any plans for military ties, Samoa Prime Minister Fiamē Naomi Mataʻafa says.

Avatiu hot on the heels of Titikaveka

Tuesday 14 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Netball, Sports

Avatiu premiers are hot on the heels of Titikaveka in the Rarotonga Netball Club competition following a big win over the weekend.

Election date confirmed

Tuesday 14 June 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Politics

The 2022 General Election will be held on August 1, announced the Queen’s Representative (QR) Sir Tom Marsters on Monday.

France will bolster its presence in South Pacific says Lecornu

Monday 13 June 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional

The French defence minister Sebastien Lecornu says France will bolster its presence in the South Pacific while being committed to a multilateral approach that respects everyone's sovereignty.