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Removal of almond and ironwood trees for safety, government agency says
Wednesday 12 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
The Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) has started to remove four trees from the Avarua township median strip.
Eels rue indiscipline in loss
Tuesday 11 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The Avatiu Nikao Eels are hoping to bounce back in the do-or-die clash against Arorangi Bears this weekend to keep their domestic rugby league title hopes alive.
OPINION: Journey to recovery ‘may be a road short lived’
Tuesday 11 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Te Marae Ora’s response to this dengue outbreak must be challenged with serious questions, writes Opposition leader Tina Pupuke Browne.
Back to school for term two
Tuesday 11 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
After a two-week holiday break, our nation’s children were back in the classrooms yesterday morning for the start of term two.
Young footballers’ final fight
Saturday 8 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Football, Sports
After a weeklong tournament and questionable weather, the semi-final games in the Cook Islands Youth Football Festival came to an end yesterday.
From Rarotonga to paradise – a trip of a lifetime
Saturday 8 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Weekend
Seven hundred and forty nautical miles, or 1460 kilometres, and an estimated 96-hour sea voyage away from Rarotonga lies the island of Penrhyn, also known as Tongareva. With a population of approximately 218 people, and an array of uninhabited motu’s (smaller islands) spread out across its lagoons, Penrhyn continues to remain one of Earth’s best kept secrets. Nobby Clark, fisherman and owner of fishing charter boat Marlin Queen, recounts his recent visit to the Northern Group island.
Fix dengue, paramount chief says
Saturday 8 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Growing cases of dengue and a mystery virus casts doubt on Cook Islands health system’s ability to handle serious illnesses including Covid-19, Takitumu chief Pa Marie Ariki says.
Our future inheritance –‘claim it or lose it’
Friday 7 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
We have struggled much, learned much, survived through many different phases of socio-economic changes and though still confronting economic challenges and downturns throughout our traditional, religious and political history, writes Bishop Tutai Pere in this week's Church Talk column.
Village health clinics to close as government prepares for vaccination rollout
Thursday 6 May 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Health, National
Most puna clinics will close for about 10 weeks from May 10 for staff to assist with the vaccine rollout, says Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health (TMO).
Bubble sign off by end of week, government says
Thursday 6 May 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
Final signoff on the travel bubble between the Cook Islands and New Zealand by the top health officials in both countries is expected to occur later this week, a government spokesperson says.
Titikaveka takes netball lead
Wednesday 5 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Netball, Sports
Avatiu premier’s unbeaten run in the Rarotonga Netball Club Competition came to an end after their loss to Titikaveka.
Bubble brings sense of excitement for businesses
Wednesday 5 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Economy, National
After more than a year of remaining open despite no tourists and operating with crushing overheads, restaurants, resorts and hotels in Rarotonga finally have a glimmer of hope to recover with the announcement of the two-way travel bubble between the Cook Islands and New Zealand.
PM unveils food security initiative on Mitiaro
Wednesday 5 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Outer Islands
During his official visit to Nukuroa last week, Prime Minister Mark Brown opened the Mitiaro Agriculture Hydroponics station, a facility with a 400-plant capacity.
Get vaccine to protect others: Dr Maoate
Wednesday 5 May 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Health, National
Young Cook Islanders are being urged to get the Covid-19 vaccine to help protect their mama, papa, aunties and uncles.
Mystery virus raising alarm
Wednesday 5 May 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Health, National
As a mystery virus continues to baffle public health officials, residents are expressing concern over Government’s response.
Failure to advertise postpones Rarotonga Land Court sittings
Wednesday 5 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Judge Wilson Isaac has adjourned until further notice the land court sittings that were scheduled to be heard this week and next, due to the lists not being published in accordance with the High Court’s Code Civil Procedure.
The ocean welcomes back Vaka Marumaru Atua
Tuesday 4 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
After nearly five months on dry dock for safety throughout the cyclone season and maintenance tasks, Vaka Marumaru Atua is now planned to return to the water at Avatiu harbour this afternoon during high tide.
Concerns over border opening
Tuesday 4 May 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Health, National
The May 16 two-way quarantine free travel announcement brings mixed feelings; people are pleased that businesses will receive the much-needed boost but are concerned it’s putting the health of Cook Islanders on the line.
Youth course teaches life skills, builds confidence
Tuesday 4 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands
Youth on Mangaia took up all 40 places in a course designed to provide them with skills to help them excel in a work environment and in a modern society, by building on their confidence, self-esteem and motivation.
Australia Tells Its Citizens in India Amid COVID Crisis: Don’t Come Home
Monday 3 May 2021 | Written by The New York Times | Published in Australia, Regional
Critics condemned the move to temporarily bar Australians, including children, as unnecessarily harsh, a violation of citizenship principles and a cultural double standard. Officials say the policy is necessary. Via The New York Times.
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