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Vanuatu's Regenvanu says govt constitutional amendments bad for country

Thursday 9 June 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Regional, Vanuatu

Vanuatu's opposition will boycott today's planned special parliamentary session, in order to stop the government from passing several constitutional amendments.

Kata: Election time

Thursday 9 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Titikaveka takes the lead in netball competition

Thursday 9 June 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Netball, Sports

Titikaveka premier side has kept its unbeaten run intact, finishing on top after the first round of matches in the Rarotonga Netball Club competition.

MFEM, Chamber oppose minimum wage rise

Thursday 9 June 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National

Members of the Minimum Wage panel were told that increasing the minimum wage from $8 per hour to $8.50 per hour would increase the Cook Islands Government’s payroll by $650,000 per year.

Demo's pledge to eliminate corruption and debt

Thursday 9 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National, Politics

The Democratic Party shared its manifesto on Monday evening at The Rarotongan Resort and Spa with the focus on eliminating corruption and debt while diversifying the country’s economy.

Pacific seeks to ensure 'wider commitment' on oceans

Wednesday 8 June 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional

The global community needs to "be inspired" to defend the world's oceans ahead of the second United Nations Oceans Conference in Lisbon at the end of the month, a Fijian policymaker says.

Kata: Covering up

Wednesday 8 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion

Electron sailors set sail on Aitutaki Lagoon

Wednesday 8 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Sailing, Sports

The weather gurus co-operated and for two glorious days on Aitutaki Lagoon, Electron sailors and supporters from New Zealand, Rarotonga and Aitutaki enjoyed genuine hospitality and an exciting series of Electron yacht racing up close.

More booster shots on the way: TMO

Wednesday 8 June 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Health, National

Te Marae Ora says a fourth Covid-19 booster shot is going to be rolled out for people over 50 years of age.

Kata: Booster shot

Tuesday 7 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Eels off to flying start

Tuesday 7 June 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

Avatiu Nikao Eels made a superb start to their 2022 Rarotonga Club 15s campaign beating defending champions Tupapa Panthers over the weekend.

Sporting organisations clampdown on vaping

Tuesday 7 June 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Education, National

The executive members of a local sporting organisation will be visiting schools to raise awareness on nicotine products after a vape was confiscated from an 11-year-old at the Rising Stars tournament on Friday.

Kata: Inflation

Saturday 4 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Cook Islands sends eight-member team to Oceania Area Championships

Saturday 4 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Athletics, Sports

Athletics Cook Islands is pleased to have a strong team of athletes heading off to Mackay Australia for the Oceania Area Championships starting next week on June 7.

Timely recruitment of workers

Saturday 4 June 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National

The hotel industry has been welcoming Fijian workers in large numbers, as tourism returns to the Cook Islands at an increased rate.

China's whirlwind Pacific tour a slight success with several bilateral agreements signed

Friday 3 June 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional

Analysis - China has been successful in signing multiple bilateral agreements with almost a dozen Pacific Island nations during its foreign minister Wang Yi's visit to the region.

Kata: Trader Jack

Friday 3 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Kia Orana Values embedded into badminton experience

Friday 3 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Badminton, Sports

Starting with the player packs which were handed to the players during the opening ceremony by a representative from the Bank of Cook Islands (a tournament sponsor), with the contents representing the hard work of the Badminton Cook Islands organising committee.

Church Talk: Breaking the poverty spirit

Friday 3 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

Having this opportunity every six weeks to write articles on so many important aspects that I hope will influence all our lives is such a privilege for me.