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Casting a net for Christmas lunch at the beach

Wednesday 28 December 2022 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Local, National

There was just one place keen fishermen Mani Mamanu and his friend, “Father Christmas” Manu wanted to be on the morning of Christmas Day, and that was at the Social Centre, where Manu was busy preparing his net in the hope of catching a few fish.

Local


Tries galore at touch tourney

Wednesday 28 December 2022 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby

The beautiful weather didn't stop anyone from wanting to play touch – in fact it was being welcomed with tries being scored left, right and centre at Saturday’s Ronnie Siulepa Touch ournament.

Sports


Court cases shift to February

Wednesday 28 December 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, Crime, National

It seems numerous Court matters will be deferred until February next year.

Court


Black Caps control day two

Tuesday 27 December 2022 | Written by Rahul Patil | Published in Cricket, Sports

Pakistan vs New Zealand – 1st Test – Day 2 Pakistan 1st Innings 438 all out in 130.5 overs (Babar 161, Salman 103, Sarfaraz 86, Southee 3/69, Bracewell 2/72) vs New Zealand 165 for no loss in 47 overs (Latham 78*, Conway 82*)

Cricket


Pakistan takes Day 1 honours vs New Zealand

Monday 26 December 2022 | Written by Rahul Patil | Published in Cricket, Sports

Pakistan vs New Zealand – 1st test. Pakistan won the toss and elected to bat. Pakistan 1st innings 317 for 5 in 90 overs (Babar Azam 161*, Sarfaraz 86, Patel 2/91, Bracewell 2/61)

Cricket


Parade builds anticipation for the ‘main event’

Saturday 24 December 2022 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Local, National

When the annual Santa Parade through downtown Avarua is held, there’s usually just a few days remaining before the arrival of the main event – Christmas Day.

Local


Tourists’ mixed reactions to our Covid response

Saturday 24 December 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National, Tourism

The Cook Islands approach to Covid-19 has received a mixed response from tourists in the latest visitors’ survey.

Local


Love at first sight - Ruby and Luke West

Saturday 24 December 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features

“When you know, you know.” Eighteen months after they first met, radiant 18-year-old bride Ruby Paige Pierre and 22-year old Luke Iraia West tied the knot.

Features


Fuel Ship 'Media' arrives, and it’s good news for petrol supplies

Saturday 24 December 2022 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Economy, Local, National

The Media arrived in town on Thursday afternoon. However, it wasn’t a scrum pack of over-excited international journalists that was involved, but a large and very orange ship bearing the thing the entire island had been eagerly awaiting – supplies of petrol.

Economy


Award-winning journalist Barbara Dreaver tells it like it is

Saturday 24 December 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, In Depth

Saving a life, being arrested and held in jail in pursuit of getting information and the truth out there, has been all part of the job for journalist Barbara Dreaver, the 1News’ Pacific correspondent for TVNZ. Last month Dreaver was named Reporter of the Year 2022 at the New Zealand Television Awards.

Features


Christmas bonanza: Shoppers respond to end of petrol supply fears

Saturday 24 December 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, Local, National

Businesses are welcoming ‘steady’ trading going into Christmas.

Economy


‘Every day is a learning curve’: Minister Nicholas

Saturday 24 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National, Politics

Newly-appointed Cabinet Minister Albert Nicholas is casual and relaxed as he sits on the porch of his Avatiu home. It’s a contrast from the day before, when he was among dignitaries attending his swearing in ceremony at the Office of the Prime Minister.

Local


Young basketballer inspired to represent Cook Islands

Saturday 24 December 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Features, Local, National

Mali Hodzic’s dream of playing professional basketball took a dramatic turn when he broke his arm over a year ago. But the determined 15-year-old made an inspiring comeback to keep his dream alive.

Features


Beating the heat at the harbour

Saturday 24 December 2022 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Local, National

With the heat and humidity rising daily in Rarotonga, there’s only one place to beat the high temperatures – and that’s to cool off with a swim.

Local


Santa’s waste free Christmas tips

Saturday 24 December 2022 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Environment, Local, National

Another Christmas is upon us. Together with all the fun and good times spent with family, opening presents and eating more than enough at the Christmas kaikai, an enormous amount of rubbish will be generated. So here are a few tips from Santa to help you minimise your impact on our already overflowing landfill.

Environment


Suspended sentence for partner assault

Saturday 24 December 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, Crime, National

A New Zealander who assaulted his then-partner, and burned her with a cigarette, has received a three-year suspended sentence.

Court


Love is all around as wedding season starts

Saturday 24 December 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features

Love is All Around sung by British band Wet Wet Wet, pretty much expresses the abundance of love drifting around the island like a sweet summer breeze, considering the significant number of weddings held in the country this month. Couples are taking their affirmation of mutual love seriously taking the plunge into marriage – the legal, and binding union of two people to journey through adult life as partners in a celebration of love and friendship and a bright future together. Three newly-wed couples have kindly shared with us their images and stories of their enchanting, beautiful wedding days making the commitment day as husband and wife.

Features


Perfect day of love and unity: James and Shekinah Ah Sin

Saturday 24 December 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features

The CICC Takamoa Theological chapel Te Vai Ora was filled with colour, songs and joy for the matrimonial union of Shekinah Marsters and James Ah Sin.

Features


Man avoids jail, but must leave country

Saturday 24 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National

A man who breached his probation orders on multiple occasions has avoided jail, but has to be out of the Cook Islands by Wednesday next week.

Court


Young Cook Islander helping Pacific island countries take lead role in managing their tuna resources

Saturday 24 December 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Features, Local, National

Cook Islander Marino Wichman is leading the way in tuna fisheries science in the Pacific. He talks to Cook Islands News journalist Matthew Littlewood about the work and aspirations.

Features


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