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Calling on more support for the creatives of Cook Islands

Saturday 4 March 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Entertainment, Features

Cook Islands filmmaker Mii Taokia is passionate about telling Pacific stories. He gives deputy editor Al Williams a rundown on his journey into motion pictures and what can be done to better support those who follow a life in film.

Entertainment


Lady Panthers undefeated

Saturday 4 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports

Lady Panthers have finished round one of the Cook Islands Rugby League women’s 13s competition undefeated after a close win yesterday.

League


The opportunity of a lifetime: Trip through Panama Canal

Saturday 4 March 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Features, Weekend

A Cook Islander who hitched a ride on the Anuanua Moana as it sailed from the southern United States, over rough seas in the Gulf of Mexico, and through the Panama Canal has described the voyage as akin to ‘getting a chance to go to the moon’. Joanne Holden reports.

Features


Cordelia picks a winner in Anuanua Moana

Saturday 4 March 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National

Cordelia Boaza has been given the big thumbs up for naming new seabed explorer vessel “Anuanua Moana”.

Local


Mauke man returns home as Honorary Constable

Saturday 4 March 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in National, Outer Islands

Makituke Aberahama, who has been appointed a new Honorary Constable of Mauke, will focus on improving the lives of youth on the island.

National


Seabed explorer: Who are Moana Minerals?

Saturday 4 March 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Features, In Depth

Seabed explorer vessel Anuanua Moana has been blessed and named as she prepares for research work in Cook Islands waters. Today she is scheduled to set sail for Atiu, then Aitutaki, before sailing to the Penrhyn Basin where she will start mapping the area with sonar. Moana Minerals chief executive Han Smit is at the helm of the operation and briefs deputy editor Al Williams on what they are up to in our area of the Pacific.

Features


Cook Islands participates in first US-Pacific Island Country Trade and Investment Dialogue

Saturday 4 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration in collaboration with the Ministry of Marine Resources (MMR), and the Business Trade and Investment Board (BTIB) have engaged in the first-ever U.S. – Pacific Island Country (PIC) Trade and Investment Dialogue in which Pacific Island countries highlighted their trade, investment, and fisheries priorities both regionally and individually.

Economy


Thomas Tarurongo Wynne: ‘We need to be better prepared’

Saturday 4 March 2023 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Opinion

Ka anoano ia tatou kia papa no teia au ra ki mua – As the waters subside back to their usual levels and the devastation has been left bare, we are all here left with this residual feeling – a lingering awakening that we all need to be better prepared.

Opinion


Name suppression lapses in assault on female case

Saturday 4 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, National

A man facing three charges of common assault and one charge of assault on a female has lost his bid for name suppression.

Court


Mental health issues for LGBTQI community in the spotlight

Saturday 4 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Health, National

Mental health issues among the LGBTQI community in the Cook Islands remain a concern, as the country’s homosexual law reform remains in limbo.

Health


Te Ipukarea Society: Biodegradable FADs and the purse seine fishery in the Cook Islands

Saturday 4 March 2023 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Opinion

A one-day stakeholder consultation at the Crown Beach Resort in Rarotonga was held to discuss an upcoming project related to tuna fisheries in the region.

Opinion


Assault and wilful damage charges dropped

Saturday 4 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, National

A man charged with assaulting his wife and wilfully damaging their vehicle has had his charges dropped.

Court


Warring madness, or a sad anniversary

Friday 3 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

The Ukrainians and the Russians are not the only people being hurt by this war. Possibly there are two impacts of the war that we have felt in the Cook Islands, writes Bishop Paul Donoghue of the Catholic Church.

Church Talk


Drink drivers convicted, disqualified from driving for 12 months

Friday 3 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, Crime, National

Several people charged with drink driving appeared before Justice of the Peace John Whitta in the Criminal Court in Avarua on Thursday.

Court


Top of the table clash

Friday 3 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Lady Panthers will be looking to finish their round one women’s rugby league competition undefeated when they take on Lady Eels this afternoon.

Rugby league


Cruise ship passengers enjoy Raro hospitality

Friday 3 March 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands, Tourism

Cruise ship MSC Magnifica anchored in Rarotonga bringing more than 2000 passengers with her.

Local


‘We will protect it and we will harvest it’: PM

Friday 3 March 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Business, Economy, National

Seabed explorer vessel Anuanua Moana has been blessed and named as she prepares for research work in Cook Islands waters.

Business


Starlink to benefit outer islands

Friday 3 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in

Dear Editor, This is great news (Starlink set to be launched by June, March 2, 2023). I’ve had Starlink since it was launched in Australia a few years back. It’s a game changer when it comes to a fast, reliable internet connection. I’m not sure if Rarotonga or the outer islands are connected via fibre optics (which provides faster up/download speed than Starlink). But if you are currently connected via a satellite provider, seriously consider switching to Starlink when it is made available.


Alleged rapist granted bail, matter heads to High Court

Friday 3 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in

The Criminal Court yesterday granted bail to a man facing charges of sex with a minor and rape.


Court briefs 03.03.2023

Friday 3 March 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National

Ngamau Wichman Tou appeared in High Court last week, facing a charge of obtaining by false pretence which was replaced with a charge of forgery. Crown Prosecutor Jamie Crawford said the Crown had “finally received information from the Financial Intelligence Unit, as to why it took so long”. “We have given our position; we will […]

Court


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