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OPINION: Promoting economic recovery and building resilient health systems

Thursday 2 September 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion

Australia and our close friends in our region, including Cook Islands, are facing unprecedented challenges. However, our commitment and determination to work together is ensuring we can protect the health and safety of our people, writes Senator Zed Seselja, the Australian Minister for International Development and the Pacific.

Editorials


Two hospitalised as RSV cases rise to 14

Thursday 2 September 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Health, National

With temperatures dropping and the Respiratory syncytial virus making its way around the island, the urge for flu vaccinations has increased, with many members of the public flocking to the vaccination stations to get their shots.

Health


Coronavirus continues to disrupt shipping routes

Thursday 2 September 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National

Rarotonga has been short on rice in recent weeks as a result of changes in shipping routes due to ongoing Covid-19 challenges in Fiji.

Local


Hundreds of youth athletes expected at championships

Wednesday 1 September 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Other Sports, Sports

The National Youth Athletics Championships organised by Athletics Cook Islands is fast approaching. Alana Musselle reports.

Other Sports


PETTALK: No Bones About It

Wednesday 1 September 2021 | Written by Dr. Ellen McBryde | Published in Opinion, Pet Talk

Broken bones are an unfortunate consequence of a free-roaming dog population. But not all breaks are equal. There are many factors that affect bone healing, which can mean our treatment options are sometimes limited. Dr Ellen McBryde explains.

Opinion


Unvaccinated guests now unwelcome at Rarotongan

Wednesday 1 September 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Health, National

One of the Cook Islands’ largest resorts, The Rarotongan will now only accept fully vaccinated guests, says its managing director Tata Crocombe.

Health


Fiji Law Society condemns arrests

Tuesday 31 August 2021 | Written by RNZ | Published in Fiji, Regional

The Fiji Law Society says people cannot be arrested and detained just because of their dissenting opinions.

Fiji


Basketball gains momentum

Tuesday 31 August 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Basketball, Sports

The third week of the Avaiki Basketball Tournament saw players continuing to find their tune in terms of skills, with some definite improvement from the first two weeks being shown on the court.

Basketball


Private sector renews push for long-term visitor stays

Tuesday 31 August 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National

The current border closure has business leaders once again calling on Government to consider longer term visitor stays to cushion the industry during downturns and reduce the stress on Rarotonga’s infrastructure.

Economy


Domestic travel reinstated between Rarotonga and the Pa Enua

Tuesday 31 August 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National, Outer Islands

People wishing to travel to the Pa Enua are now free to do so after Cook Islands government eased restrictions on domestic travel and gatherings.

National


Panthers to face Bears in final

Monday 30 August 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

Defending champions Tupapa Panthers will host Arorangi Bears in the Senior A final this Saturday at Victoria Park.

Rugby Union


OPINION: Everybody, somebody, anybody and nobody

Monday 30 August 2021 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion

How many times do we have to say to the Government to diversify, create, find, discover, fund other ways to provide us with another reliable source of income, writes Ruta Mave.

Editorials


Resting in sunlit seas

Saturday 28 August 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Memory Lane

Olly Silk sailed into Rarotonga in 1959 and 62 years later she was returned to the deep big blue, with her burial at sea on Wednesday.

Features


OPINION: Underwater wizardry from Rakahanga

Saturday 28 August 2021 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Editorials, Opinion

A special part of the recent Northern group vaka tour was being able to experience the local foods, traditions and even some examples of local fishing practices carried out on each of the islands, writes Alanna Smith of Te Ipukarea Society.

Editorials


Wage subsidy, sole trader grants reinstated

Saturday 28 August 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National

Government will be spending an estimated $6 million over the coming month to prop up wages and support sole traders following the pause to the economic recovery due to the Delta community outbreak in New Zealand.

Economy

Avatiu wins women's 7s title

Saturday 28 August 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

The Avatiu women’s side defeated Arorangi Bears 12-5 in an exciting Cook Islands Rugby Union 7s final at The Swamp last night. Avatiu led 7-0 at the break. Avatiu’s tries were scored by Mahana Sijp and Nichole Tiaore with Sijp kicking a conversion. Rima Browne scored the Bears’ lone try in the second spell.

Rugby Union

Puaikura to battle Nikao Sokattak in round two

Saturday 28 August 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

After an exhilarating first week of football, round two provides another exciting match up. Puaikura will play Nikao Sokattak today at Raemaru Park in Arorangi.

Football


Covid-19 in Fiji: Children among the dead, 205 new cases confirmed

Friday 27 August 2021 | Written by RNZ | Published in Fiji, Regional

Two children are among 11 people who have died from Covid-19 in Fiji as the Government also confirmed 205 new cases for the 24 hours to 8am on Friday.

Fiji


Avatiu rugby women's 7s eye historic win

Friday 27 August 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

Avatiu is all pumped for the Cook Islands Rugby Union women’s 7s final this afternoon at The Swamp.

Rugby Union


CHURCHTALK: Prevention is far better than redemption

Friday 27 August 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

Let it not take a lifetime before we realise that we have been there all along, that life does not offer anything sweeter than the love of dear ones and sharing of time together, writes Angaroakau Williams – Second counselor in the District Presidency of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Church Talk


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