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Prime Minister opens Cook Islands Games Lawn Bowls

Monday 30 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Bowling, Sports

The Cook Islands Games Lawn Bowls official opening ceremony festival was declared open on Saturday afternoon by Prime Minister Mark Brown.

Residents fight hard but fall short in Series

Monday 30 September 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports

The Cook Islands Residents rugby league team brought both grit and determination to the Tri Nations Mantis-Hoff Cup 2024, held at Runaway Bay Rugby League Football Club in Australia on Friday.

Raising awareness on gender-based violence

Monday 30 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Fiji, Local, National, Regional

A representative from Punanga Tauturu Inc., the Cook Islands Women’s Counselling Centre, recently attended a regional training programme on Gender-Based Violence against Women and Girls/Children, gaining valuable knowledge and skills to combat gender-based violence in the local community.

Ruta Mave: The importance of prioritising your peace in relationships and careers

Monday 30 September 2024 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion

There comes a point in life where you realise that some things, some people and some situations are no longer worth your time energy and emotional investment. That is when you are done. Not mad, not bothered, just done. I am done. Protect your peace at all costs, writes Ruta Mave.

Letter: ‘Please more action less words’

Monday 30 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, As a parent I’m in support of Joe TP’s letter of September 26 – “Tereora College on life support”.

Chamber urges Govt to support tourism growth

Monday 30 September 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National

Government should focus on removing unnecessary barriers and costs that hinder further growth of the tourism industry, says the Cook Islands Chamber of Commerce.

Teen, 17, arrested after drunk driving accident

Monday 30 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Crime, National

A crash involving a car smashing into a power pole has raised “plenty of concern”.

Govt commits to home care for elderly despite challenges

Monday 30 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament

Government provides funding to support families in caring for elderly people at home, despite the challenges faced by many families in providing 24-hour care, says Prime Minister Mark Brown.

Govt entities failing to meet reporting obligations: PAC

Monday 30 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament

The Public Accounts Committee is urging Cabinet Ministers to take action and work with their respective ministries and agencies to submit their report to Parliament.

TTV estimates $837,000 in water tariff revenue

Monday 30 September 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, Local, National

The Rarotonga water agency To Tatou Vai (TTV) estimates it will collect just over $830,000 in the current financial year from water tariffs that come into effect tomorrow.

Cook Islands makes history with FIRST Global gold

Monday 30 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Technology

The extraordinary Cook Islands Robotics all-girls team made history after winning gold medal alongside the People’s Republic of China, Republic of Moldova and Madagascar in the FIRST Global Winning Alliance category of the 2024 FIRST Global Challenge in Athens, Greece, over the weekend.

Kata: Cooks robotics

Sunday 29 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Kata: National Auditorium risk

Saturday 28 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Thrilling matchups await in Round 10

Saturday 28 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

The round 10 of the 2024 Rarotonga Round Cup Competition today will see some exciting matches, with Puaikura facing Matavera-Ngatangiia at Raemaru Park and Tupapa Maraerenga FC hosting Nikao Sokattak at Victoria Park.

Excitement builds as over 3000 prepare for Cook Islands Games

Saturday 28 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Sports

The excitement for the third Cook Islands Games will reach a fever pitch as the much-anticipated biennial event kicks off with a grand opening ceremony marching parade on Friday, October 4, at 6pm at the National Stadium in Nikao.

Tourism honours industry favourites

Saturday 28 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in National, Tourism

The Cook Islands Tourism Corporation celebrated the tourism industry and its hardworking staff through the People’s Choice Awards, recognising individuals and businesses that have made significant contributions to the sector.

Reformer pilates comes to Raro

Saturday 28 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Other Sports, Sports

The first and only reformer pilates studio opens on this coming Tuesday, October 1, in Rarotonga, with multi-talented fitness enthusiast and teacher Brynn Acheson at the helm, writes Serena Hunter.

Ombudsman reflects on 40 years of advocacy

Saturday 28 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

The 40th anniversary of Te Mata Akamoeau/Office of the Ombudsman on Thursday reflected on the four decades of dedicated service, advocacy and commitment to upholding the rights of Cook Islands citizens.

Church Talk: The pursuit of true happiness

Saturday 28 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

Happiness is something we desire and long for in our pursuit of life, writes Pastor Eric Toleafoa of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.