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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.
Exciting array of football talent at Youth Festival
Monday 3 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Blue skies greeted the many young players and faithful supporters to an exciting and talent-filled day of football on Saturday at the start of the much-awaited 2021 Kia Orana Youth Football Festival.
Travel bubble to begin May 16 pending final health checks
Sunday 2 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown and New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern have announced two-way quarantine-free travel will commence between the two countries on May 16.
Casting the Net far and wide
Saturday 1 May 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Features, In Depth
The future of the Cook Islands internet looks reliable, fast and cheap. But it can feel far off. Slow internet frustration is still very much alive and well. So where are we and where are we headed?
OPINION: We are living in the ‘next normal’
Saturday 1 May 2021 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion
It’s hard for this current generation to believe that there was a time in the world when you hopped on a plane and they asked you whether you wanted to sit in the smoking section or the non-smoking section, writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.
Court briefs for week of April 26
Saturday 1 May 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Crime, National
A weekly roundup of cases heard in Cook Islands Court.
Online learning – no noodles needed
Saturday 1 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Features, Weekend
Learning can take many forms – visual, verbal, physical or social. Everyone learns differently and whatever your personality, there is something for everyone.
Major announcement imminent, sources say
Saturday 1 May 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
Sources are speculating an upcoming announcement could see either a date set for a travel bubble with New Zealand or solid plans put in place for a Covid-19 vaccination programme, but the Government is staying tight-lipped for now.
Top local athlete wants to inspire upcoming stars
Wednesday 28 April 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Other Sports, Sports
Being the best role model for the next generation of Cook Islanders is Conrad Piri’s main goal.
PET TALK: To spay or not to spay
Wednesday 28 April 2021 | Written by Dr. Ellen McBryde | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Desexing (a.k.a. spaying, neutering, fixing, sterilising, castrating) has the obvious benefit of population control by reducing unwanted or unnecessary pregnancies, but there is more to it than meets the eye. Dr Ellen McBryde of Te Are Manu Veterinary Clinic discusses why we desex our dogs and cats.
Covid-19 alert level system linked to NZ
Wednesday 28 April 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Health, National
Prime Minster Mark Brown says the country is tracking well to prepare for a potential travel bubble with Aotearoa as the country’s Covid-19 alert system is overhauled to align it with New Zealand’s.
Anzac Dawn Service returns to the Cenotaph
Monday 26 April 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National
It was a welcome sight for many as the Anzac Dawn Service returned to the Cenotaph in Avarua yesterday, after Covid-19 meeting restrictions put a hold on the remembrance ceremony being held there last year.
Passionate performances pay tribute to the arrival of Christianity
Saturday 24 April 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Weekend
The Rarotonga Schools Culture Festival wrapped up on Wednesday night with raving performances from all teams.
Excitement builds for Youth Games
Friday 23 April 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Other Sports, Sports
There’s plenty of excitement among participants in the inaugural Cook Islands 2021 Youth Games to be held next week.
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