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World Youth Day on Rarotonga

Monday 8 May 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Catholics in the Pacific region will be hosting their own World Youth Day with each respective diocese leading their own programme from August 2.

Agriculture ministry and NZ to sign ‘Export Plan’

Monday 8 May 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National

Cook Islands Biosecurity Quarantine Arrangement (BQAs) signed in 1999 between New Zealand’s Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) and Ministry of Agriculture (MoA) will be replaced by an Export Plan in a bid to boost agricultural export to NZ.

Caregiver frustrated with health system

Monday 8 May 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Health, National

96-year-old mother misses out on cataract surgery again.

God save the King: Cook Islands congratulates King Charles III

Monday 8 May 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Weekend

Cook Islands joined the rest of the world in congratulating the newly crowned King Charles III, who is now officially our Head of State.

Lady Panthers book final spot

Saturday 6 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports

The Lady Panthers side is through to the Cook Islands Rugby League women’s competition final after beating Lady Eels 14-8 in an exciting and close semi-final at Victoria Park yesterday.

Eels, Bears in do or die clash

Saturday 6 May 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in League, Sports

It will be a do or die for Avatiu Nikao Eels and Arorangi Bears when they meet this afternoon in the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s premier men’s semi-final at Victoria Park in Tupapa.

Stage set for international triathlon

Saturday 6 May 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Sports, Triathlon

The Cook Islands Triathlon Festival week got off to a positive start with the CITC Boiler Swim which was held on Thursday.

Senior dancers wow crowd at annual traditional dance comp

Saturday 6 May 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, Features

Stunning performances from the 11 senior Te Mire Ura dancers battling on stage for the coveted title of champion dancer of the year, wowed the large crowd on Thursday night at the National Auditorium.

Christianity created a Nation: The arrival of the Gospel

Saturday 6 May 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

Historian Howard Henry has been fascinated by the birth of Christianity in the Cook Islands for many years. In a new weekly series, Henry chronicles the arrival of Christianity to the Cook Islands and its role in building the nation.

New building and new approach to mental health in the Cook Islands

Saturday 6 May 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Features, Health, National, Weekend

The new Te Puna Tiaki – Wellness Unit at the Rarotonga Hospital will help alleviate some of the pressures on the mental health system in the island. Cook Islands News journalist Matthew Littlewood speaks to Te Marae Ora clinical psychologist Dr Evangelene Daniela-Wong about why it’s so important.

Raro welcomes the troops, 1919

Saturday 6 May 2023 | Written by Rod Dixon | Published in Features, Memory Lane, Weekend

Cook Islanders returned from the first world war as changed men, but they still knew how to party, as these century old photos show, writes Rod Dixon.

What is the price of citizenship?

Saturday 6 May 2023 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion

As we mark the coronation of a new King and the solemn Anzac services held across the Pacific, in Rarotonga and in Aotearoa, it is important to revisit the poignant question posed by Sir Apirana Ngata in his 1943 treatise, ‘The Price of Citizenship’, writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.

Te Ipukarea Society: Community efforts to remove rats

Saturday 6 May 2023 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Environment, National

Polynesian rats were introduced to the Cook Islands via early Vaka voyages. With time other species typically more dominant and destructive such as the ship rat and Norwegian rat were introduced via trading vessels arriving from far and wide.

Letter: Old makes way for the new

Saturday 6 May 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

The anonymous letter writer under “Old makes way for the new” failed to appreciate that we are fortunate in having probably the largest parking area in Rarotonga almost straight across the road directly behind the market, about 120 metres away.

Letter: Best by date’ sale

Saturday 6 May 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, How is that most retailers will put on sale any perishable goods nearing their ‘Best by date’ while others continue to sell the product at top price.

Slight reduction of TAU surcharge

Saturday 6 May 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National

Te Aponga Uira (TAU) has signalled a slight reduction in the ‘temporary’ fuel surcharge, as the company responds to a changing economic climate.

Court briefs

Saturday 6 May 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National

A man who was over five times the breath alcohol limit has been disqualified from driving for 12 months.

Teens remanded in custody on multiple burglary charges

Saturday 6 May 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National

Three teenagers facing multiple burglary charges have been remanded in custody following a court appearance in Rarotonga on Friday morning.

Fishing vessel rescued following engine failure

Saturday 6 May 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National

Dozens of Police and Cook Islands Ports Authority staff have been involved in the rescue of fishing vessel Zambucca.

Kata: Media

Friday 5 May 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features