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Eggelton appointed new Cook Islands Finance chair

Saturday 13 January 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

Cook Islands Financial Services Development Authority (FSDA), the government agency dedicated to promoting and advancing the financial services industry, has appointed Karla Eggelton as chairperson of the FSDA Board of Directors.

Twelve new educators join Cook Islands schools and ministry

Saturday 13 January 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National

Te Maraurau o te Pae Api’i Cook Islands Ministry of Education has officially welcomed 12 new employees this week who will soon begin their roles in the islands.

CI Tourism industry presses for answers on immigration policy

Saturday 13 January 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National

Cook Islands tourism leaders are set to meet Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) bosses to keep the pressure on for policy changes.

Rental cars targeted in theft spree

Saturday 13 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Business, Crime, Economy, National

A rental company is calling on the Cook Islands community to help stop a recent trend of car thefts targeting rental vehicles. Losirene Lacanivalu reports.

Sand-sational! Beach football takes centre stage at Beach Games

Saturday 13 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Football, Sports

Excitement continued yesterday as beach football took centre stage at the Cook Islands Beach Games 2024.

Kata: Immigration fee

Friday 12 January 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Kata: Lift breakdown

Friday 12 January 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Tiaore joins Singapore netball league

Friday 12 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Sports

Cook Islands netball star Nicol Tiaore is set to take to the court in the Singapore Netball Super League 2024, becoming one of the latest national players to grace the international stage.

PNG’s PM declares state of emergency as he suspends Police Commissioner

Friday 12 January 2024 | Written by RNZ | Published in Papua New Guinea, Regional

A 14-day state of emergency has been declared in Papua New Guinea's capital, Port Moresby after more than a dozen people were killed in the country in rioting.

Church Talk: Treasure the moments

Friday 12 January 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

The activities around us are unavoidable, some of these are because of us, but many times they happen to us, by others. However, we get to decide, what we give our focus to and what we allow room for in our hearts, writes Paul Kauri, General Superintendent of the Cook Islands Assemblies of God.

Iconic photos to feature at ‘Glimpse of the Past’ exhibition

Friday 12 January 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Memory Lane

Memories of the Cook Islands in the 1960s to 80s will be relived through ‘Glimpse of the Past’, a photographic exhibition and digital screening featuring the collection of Johnson’s Photographic Studio.

Cargo ship back in service after fire incident

Friday 12 January 2024 | Written by Candice Luke | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands

The Ministry of Transport remains tight-lipped about an investigation into a Taio Shipping vessel fire from early November 2023, which damaged cargo destined for the northern group islands.

Cook Islands prepares for Festival of Pacific Arts 2024 with 100-strong delegation

Friday 12 January 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Culture, Entertainment, Features, National

Cultural experts Mark Short and his partner Jane Rubena will be leading the Cook Islands Performing Dance Troupe to the world’s largest celebration of indigenous Pacific Islanders at the 13th Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture (FestPAC) which will convene in Honolulu, Hawaii, from June 6 to 16 this year.

Cook Islands faces Covid complacency as cases rise

Friday 12 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National

Concerns are mounting about a potential complacency towards Covid safety measures after new cases emerged in Rarotonga and the outer islands.

Kuki Cre8tive students grill PM Brown on flag and favourites

Friday 12 January 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, Local, National

Kuki Cre8tive students were thrilled to have the opportunity to candidly interview Prime Minister Mark Brown yesterday, marking his first official appointment of the year.

Fee-ling unwelcome: Canadian visitor calls out immigration fees

Friday 12 January 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, Local, National, Tourism

Canadian Terry Snutch fell in love with the Cook Islands 34 years-ago - staying for extended periods across the decades and happily paying for the privilege – that has now changed.

Team Outlaws reign supreme in Cook Islands Beach Touch competition

Thursday 11 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby

Team Outlaws were crowned the champions at the 2024 Cook Islands Beach Games Touch Rugby competition held at the Nikao Beach Courts.

CISNOC seeks solutions after Beach Games, League 9s clash

Thursday 11 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Other Sports, Sports

The Cook Islands Beach Games’ opening, overshadowed by the League Nines in Paradise on Saturday, sparked concerns about scheduling conflicts, prompting organisers to acknowledge the challenge and seek solutions. Losirene Lacanivalu reports.

Cook Islands Cricket scores early win in Auckland tour

Thursday 11 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Cricket, Sports

The Cook Islands Cricket Association (CICA) has enjoyed a strong start to the year, with the men’s team securing an early victory against Auckland University Cricket Club (AUCC) in their trial matches in New Zealand.

New era for Manihiki: Fred Tangi Napara crowned Faingahitu Ariki

Thursday 11 January 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, National, Outer Islands, Weekend

A traditional ceremony in Manihiki has established a new Faingahitu Ariki, bringing an end to community disquiet surrounding the prestigious title.