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Giving back to the people of Mitiaro

Monday 23 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Outer Islands

Rangi Kimiora enjoyed a comfortable life while growing up in Melbourne. But after spending a decade there, he decided to return home to Mitiaro to help improve the lives of his people on the island.

National


Accidents land four in hospital

Monday 23 November 2020 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National

Multiple motor vehicle crashes were reported to police over the weekend, prompting calls for safe driving and without the influence of alcohol.

Local


Samoa edges Fiji in Tri Nations action

Saturday 21 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Samoa Residents beat Fiji Residents 22-21 in a nail-biting Tri Nations match at Raemaru Park in Arorangi last night. Fiji who lost the opener against Cook Islands 10-15 a week ago, led 16-13 at halftime against Samoa.

Rugby league


Welcome aboard this Air NZ flight

Saturday 21 November 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Features, Weekend

For Addrienne Hosking-Tinirau it’s still sinking in that she will soon take over as the Air New Zealand country manager in Rarotonga – the first woman of Cook Islands descent to hold the position. By Katrina Tanirau.

Features


OPINION: The perils of political appointments

Saturday 21 November 2020 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion

Political appointments damage not only the integrity of our democracy but also the integrity of whichever Ministry they work in, writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.

Editorials


Covid-19 stalling Penrhyn cyclone shelter project: Contractor

Saturday 21 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Outer Islands

As shipping delays stall a controversial construction project in the outer island of Penrhyn, one local shipping firm is questioning why his company wasn’t approached for their services. Emmanuel Samoglou reports.

National


The crowning of Makea Vakatini Phillip Ngamatoa Ariki

Saturday 21 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Hundreds gathered to witness the installation of Makea Vakatini Phillip Ngamatoa Ariki on Friday. Although the ceremony was met with a vocal protest who called the election process a “fraud”, it continued largely as planned.

Local


The battle of Pacific heavyweights

Friday 20 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

Fireworks are expected on and off the field when arch-rivals Fiji takes on Samoa in the inaugural rugby series.

Rugby Union


Journeys of hope, not fear

Friday 20 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

The global economic standards are at the mercy of this viral demonic pandemic but the God we believe and worship is always in the business of Restoration, Reconciliation, Redemption and Restitution.

Church Talk


Pa Enua building project embroiled in controversy

Friday 20 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Outer Islands

Allegations of conflict of interest and misuse of public funds are the basis of a public complaint over the tendering process for the construction of cyclone shelters on the northern group island of Penrhyn.

National

False alarm: PM clarifies returnees won’t require quarantine on arrival

Friday 20 November 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Health, National

Supervised quarantine will not be reinstated for passengers arriving on today’s flight following confirmation that the first Covid-19 case in Samoa was not a New Zealand case of community transmission.

Health


Holmes inspires upset win

Thursday 19 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Queensland Maroons hold off late NSW Blues surge to win 20-14 in Brisbane. Valentine Holmes, who has maternal links to Cook Islands, scored the opening try in the final leg of State of Origin series

Rugby league


OPINION: The true cost of time theft in the public sector

Thursday 19 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion

Ordinary staff members are not the only ones that steal time, some heads of ministries are taking longer than normal lunch breaks and morning and afternoon tea breaks. By Te Tuhi Kelly.

Editorials


THE PACIFIC WAY: Easy eating with this locally-sourced breakfast

Thursday 19 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Features, Food

This traditional Cook Islands breakfast with locally sourced products is an enjoyable and fun-flavoured start for the day. By Mereana Hutchinson.

Features


From one generation to the next: Rarotonga prepares for a historic investiture

Thursday 19 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

With preparations underway for a historic day, a protest is expected from the Te Ora Rangatira line during the investiture of Makea Vakatini Phillip Ngamatoa Ariki in Tupapa on Friday.

Local


Tennis players having fun is the winner on the day

Wednesday 18 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Sports

The beauty of seeing former tennis legends on the courts during the Cook Islands Games stuck in the mind of Tiki Daniel, so much so that he decided to create another tournament.

Other Sports


For one Mitiaro couple, Home is where the heart is

Wednesday 18 November 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Features, Go Local

Since she was a little girl Mitiaro/Nukuroa has always been where Cindyanna Abraham’s heart is. And when you’re a guest at her and her husband Junior’s Divine Retreat, her hope is that you feel like you’re at home too.

Features


Vaccine before visitors, ANZ Bank analyst says

Wednesday 18 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National

Stable finances and positive signs with the development of a potential Covid-19 vaccine is leading at least one analyst to suggest there should be no rush to open borders to international tourists.

Economy


Protecting themselves from ‘maki corona’

Tuesday 17 November 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in National, Outer Islands

Although the people of Atiu, Mitiaro, Mauke and Mangaia miss welcoming international visitors to their beautiful islands, as long as Covid-19 continues to have devastating effects around the world, they are happy to keep it that way. Katrina Tanirau reports from the Pa Enua.

National


Govt set to spend extra $15m in wage subsidy

Tuesday 17 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National

The business community has welcomed a Government announcement to pay an additional $15 million in wage subsidy payments by extending the financial support programme until the end of February 2021.

Economy


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