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New Ambassadors present their letters of credence

Saturday 13 March 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National

In a first for the Cook Islands, Te Kauono Tutara e te Mana Tiaki – Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration facilitated the virtual presentation of credentials by Wellington-based Ambassadors of six countries last week.

Economy


‘Count yourself fortunate’

Saturday 13 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National

A former staff, who admitted to conspiring to defraud the Cook Islands Police, has been sentenced to two years’ probation with the first nine months on community service.

National


School focuses on basic life skills

Saturday 13 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National

St Joseph’s School is focusing on developing the life skills of its students by teaching them ei making skills and introducing them to traditional games.

Education


OPINION: What’s good for the goose is good for the gander

Friday 12 March 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion

On December 16 last year, Cook Islands News published an opinion piece from me which was tantamount to a challenge to the Cook Islands Law Society to divest itself from its self-interest cocoon and actually live up to some of its responsibilities and intercede in the increasing abuses of the rule of law perpetrated by the current administration, writes John M Scott.

Editorials

Clergies need approval to officiate investiture ceremonies in Pa Enua

Friday 12 March 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

The involvement of a Rarotonga clergyman in the recent investiture programme on Aitutaki has resulted in two motions being passed by the Religious Advisory Council.

Local


There’s a Global Plan to Conserve Nature. Indigenous People Could Lead the Way.

Thursday 11 March 2021 | Written by The New York Times | Published in In Depth

Dozens of countries are backing an effort that would protect 30 percent of Earth’s land and water. Native people, often among the most effective stewards of nature, have been disregarded, or worse, in the past. By Somini Sengupta, Catrin Einhorn and Manuela Andreoni from the New York Times.

In Depth


RECIPE: The tastiest burger in town

Thursday 11 March 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Food

Life as a vegetarian is not an easy one especially if you are a foodie like me. There are limited choices when it comes to some dishes, writes Alana Fonmanu.

Food


Democratic Party calls for suspension of Deputy PM

Thursday 11 March 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Politics

The Cook Islands Party-led Government is facing demands from the Opposition to remove an MP from Cabinet involved in an audit office investigation.

National


Nukz Power maintains unbeaten run

Wednesday 10 March 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Touch Rugby

Some close and exciting matches were played in the Vodafone Cook Islands women’s and men’s competition at Nikao field on Monday.

Touch Rugby


OPINION: Vaccine will save lives – maybe yours, says PM

Wednesday 10 March 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion

Getting vaccinated provides another layer of protection, and we should seize the opportunity when it arrives, writes Prime Minister Mark Brown.

Editorials

Pfizer preferred Covid-19 vaccine choice for Government

Wednesday 10 March 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Health, National

Government is opting for a ‘highly effective’ vaccine to protect Cook Islands people against coronavirus

Health


Wantoks crowned beach soccer champions

Tuesday 9 March 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football

The final round of Beach Soccer Championship in the open men’s division took place on Saturday at Nikao beach courts.

Football


Panthers’ best ‘yet to come’

Tuesday 9 March 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league

Tupapa Panthers have become the firm favourites in the Raro Cars Cook Islands Rugby League men’s competition after a huge win over the weekend.

Rugby league


PM in spotlight as charter flight matter back in court

Tuesday 9 March 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Crime, National

Private criminal proceedings filed against Prime Minister Mark Brown and former Prime Minister Henry Puna highlight the jury trials commencing tomorrow following a gap of over a year caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Crime

Veteran Neururer claims triathlon title

Monday 8 March 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Other Sports, Sports

The sixth annual Cook Islands Triathlon Association Aroa Vegeland Men’s Triathlon was held on Saturday.

Other Sports


Panthers smash Sea Eagles 84-8

Monday 8 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Tupapa Panthers’ Jeremy Campbell breaks away from Ngatangiia Matavera Sea Eagles defenders at Nukupure Park on Saturday. The Panthers smashed the Sea Eagles 84-8. In the other premier match, Avatiu Nikao Eels defeated Arorangi Bears 34-24 at Raemaru Park. In the women’s match played on Friday, Titikaveka Bulldogs defeated Tupapa Panthers 14-8.

Rugby league


Tit for tat battle

Monday 8 March 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby

Another round of close matches was played in the Vodafone Cook Islands Mixed Touch Competition Wednesday last week. KAPS took on the young side Team ATT which turned out to be a close match.

Sports

No woman, no cry

Monday 8 March 2021 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion

Celebrating International Women’s Day, should be like February, Black History Month, then March is Woman’s Her-story Month. The problem that goes hand in hand with most problem’s woman have is, it’s often seen, narrated and determined by men, writes Ruta Mave.

Editorials

‘Come, let’s talk this over’

Monday 8 March 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor I write in response to the Letter to the Editor from Kare e Pikkikaa, CI News 06/03/21.

Letters to the Editor


More translation courses needed

Monday 8 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Culture, National

The Kopapa Reo Maori translation/interpretation workshop course held last week at Sinai Hall was a challenging experience for Michael Moeara from the island of Mangaia.

Culture


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