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Personal trainer fights for a happier, healthier community

Saturday 17 February 2024 | Written by Candice Luke | Published in Business, Features, Go Local, National

Heart diseases, stroke, and heart attack made up 53 per cent of NCD (non-communicable disease) deaths in the Cook Islands from October to December last year. A new grassroots initiative ‘Gym and Juice Club’ may help to battle the Cook Islands’ increasing NCD diagnoses and waistlines.

Tupapa Maraerenga FC lose opener

Saturday 17 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Vaivase-Tai FC have powered their way past Tupapa Maraerenga FC in the opening match of the OFC Men’s Champions League – Qualifying in Tonga, scoring four unanswered goals to give them the perfect start in qualifying group.

Eels eyeing strong start

Saturday 17 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby league, Sports

After claiming the League Nines in Paradise title last month, the Avatiu Nikao Eels are eyeing a positive start to their Cook Islands Rugby League 13s campaign when they take on arch rivals Arorangi Bears this afternoon.

‘You now have your new shepherd’: Cook Islands Catholic prepares for new bishop

Saturday 17 February 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Church Talk, Features

Pope Francis has appointed Reverend Father Reynaldo Bunyi Getalado, M.S.P., as the new coadjutor bishop of Cook Islands. Fr. Getalado is a Filipino priest who has served in various locations throughout his career, including Papua New Guinea, New Zealand, and Tuvalu. Melina Etches reports.

Bulldogs bite back! Bulldogs bounce back with upset victory over Panthers

Saturday 17 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Titikaveka Bulldogs made a strong comeback in the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition yesterday, beating giants Tupapa Panthers 38-30 at Aretere Park in Avatiu.

Virtues in Paradise: The power of unity

Saturday 17 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise

In small islands and towns, it’s tricky to work out solutions to conflict, writes Linda Kavelin-Popov.

Tropical depression brings rain, wind, and minor damage to Southern Cooks

Saturday 17 February 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands, Weather

Tropical depression brought heavy rain and strong winds to the Southern Cook Islands, causing minor damages and prompting school closures.

Kata: Nurse Shortage

Friday 16 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Albert Nicholas appointed Deputy Prime Minister

Friday 16 February 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in BREAKING NEWS, National, Politics

Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown has confirmed the appointment of Albert Nicholas as the country’s Deputy Prime Minister (DPM).

Rarotonga businesses ready to weather the storm

Friday 16 February 2024 | Written by Candice Luke | Published in Business, National, Weather

People, protocols and preparation were a key focus for businesses yesterday as gale force winds lashed the north eastern side of Rarotonga.

Rarotonga on alert, schools closed

Friday 16 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, Local, National, Outer Islands, Weather

A tropical depression affecting the Cook Islands group was forecast to intensify into a category one cyclone by this morning, triggering advisories from local authorities. This morning the Ministry of Education confirmed that all schools in Rarotonga are closed but it is business as usual for others.

Heed the warnings

Friday 16 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National, Weather

Police have been asked to conduct regular patrols at the harbours to remove youth swimming around the area, says Emergency Management Cook Islands director John Strickland.

Rugby league matches still on

Friday 16 February 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Cook Islands Rugby League has confirmed that today and tomorrow's domestic 13s competition matches will continue.

Letter: Bouquets and brickbats

Friday 16 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

There is the old adage about bouquets and brickbats and here is my short list of some of who qualify for one or the other.

Letter: Starlink versus local provider

Friday 16 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, I know there are naysayers out there who think Starlink is not offering any benefits to our economy and hence shouldn’t be allowed into the country.

Crackdown on water wasters

Friday 16 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, Local, National

The Rarotonga water agency has disconnected supply to ‘unoccupied’ properties on the island for water misuse, urging residents to conserve water.

Four accused plead guilty to brawl charges

Friday 16 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National

Four of the accused in the Nikao brawl incident that took place on January 28 this year have pleaded guilty.

Church talk: Unity through diversity in faith

Thursday 15 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

Our 200-year history of Christianity, whether we are part of our more traditional churches, or our more vibrant faith communities, should stand to confirm that the Lord lives in all our faith communities.

Superfund booms with $30m growth

Thursday 15 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National

The Cook Islands National Superannuation Fund (CINSF) ended 2023 on a high with their assets under management at NZD$236 million, up almost $30 million on 31 December 2022.

Kata: Marijuana

Thursday 15 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion