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Fears for families as Vanuatu reels from deadly earthquake

Wednesday 18 December 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National, Regional, Vanuatu

The devastating 7.3-magnitude earthquake that struck Vanuatu on Monday, claiming the lives of at least 14 people and injuring more than 200, has sent shockwaves around the world, with Ni-Vanuatuans residing in Rarotonga praying for the safety of their loved ones at home.

National


Kata: Be self responsible

Tuesday 17 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Kata


Teremoana: ‘I’m going to be the greatest heavyweight of this generation’

Tuesday 17 December 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Boxing, Sports

Cook Islander Teremoana Junior Teremoana made his professional return on Saturday, December 14, with a first-round technical knockout win over Ukrainian boxer Volodymyr Katsuk.

Boxing


Te Tuhi Kelly: Religion raises its ugly side again

Tuesday 17 December 2024 | Written by Te Tuhi Kelly | Published in Opinion

As we are all aware, the Government has set up a select committee and have asked for public submissions on a proposal to make the Cook Islands an exclusive Christian nation, writes Te Tuhi Kelly, leader of the Progressive Party.

Opinion


Cook Islander completes prestigious research programme

Tuesday 17 December 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Education, National

A policy and research officer from the Central Policy and Planning division in the Office of the Prime Minister was among 20 recipients of a 10-day intensive research course in Australia.

Education


Aitutaki beauty Maoate crowned Maine Kūki ʻAirani Aotearoa 2024

Tuesday 17 December 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Education, Entertainment, National

In a celebration of beauty, culture and empowering young women, Ngatepaeru Maoate of Araura Enua (Aitutaki) was crowned Maine Kūki ʻAirani Aotearoa 2024 in Auckland, New Zealand.

Culture


Mother sentenced to six months in prison for stealing over $90,000

Tuesday 17 December 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Business, Court, Crime, National

A former Vodafone Cook Islands employee has been sentenced to six months’ imprisonment and 12 months’ probation after being convicted of theft as a servant.

Business


Local organisation promotes Māori language and literacy

Tuesday 17 December 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National

With Christmas around the corner, Punanga Turuturu Itivaine (PTI), a non-profit organisation dedicated to providing support for women survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, have been spreading festive cheer around Rarotonga schools.

Education


Rat eradication restores Palmerston atoll’s ecosystem

Tuesday 17 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National, Outer Islands

Palmerston atoll has officially been declared rat free following a tremendous eradication effort by the local community, with support from agencies in Rarotonga and New Zealand.

Environment


Police urge responsibility after weekend of mayhem

Tuesday 17 December 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Crime, Local, National

Police are urging individual responsibility after a spate of incidents over the weekend, including a hit-and-run in which a 70-year-old tourist was injured, receiving four stitches in her head and multiple abrasions.

Crime


Kata: Santa's present

Monday 16 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Kata


Story sets new national swimming record

Monday 16 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Sports, Swimming

Cook Islands swimmer Jacob Story represented the country with pride and determination at the World Aquatics Swimming Championships in Budapest over the weekend.

Sports


Court news

Monday 16 December 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, National

A sentencing date for the case against Vaiana Dance could be indicated after defense asked for a sentencing indication from the Court.

Court


Ruta Mave: The ‘hypocrisy’ of a Christian state

Monday 16 December 2024 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Opinion

Hypocrisy is alive and well in the unofficial Christian state of Crook Islands, writes Ruta Mave.

Opinion


Atiu commits to healthier future

Monday 16 December 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Health, National, Outer Islands

Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health, in partnership with Bank of the South Pacific (BSP), has re-opened the Atiu Dental Clinic and launched the Atiu Ora’anga Tumanava Health Plan 2024+, aiming to improve health outcomes and promote a healthier lifestyle on the island.

Health


Hospital emergency staff treated to Christmas lunch

Monday 16 December 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Health, Local, National

The Rarotonga hospital’s emergency department staff and their partners were treated to a special Christmas lunch by the Crown Beach Resort and Spa a week ago on Sunday.

Health


Bill to fix company re-registration loophole referred to NZ Parliament Counsel Office

Monday 16 December 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Business, National, Parliament

The Companies Amendment Bill 2024, aimed at rectifying a legal loophole hindering company re-registrations, has been recommended for review by the New Zealand Parliamentary Counsel Office to identify potential unintended consequences before proceeding.

Business


Local heroes risk lives to save teens caught in stormy seas

Monday 16 December 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Environment, Local, National

Two teenagers, aged 12 and 13, were rescued from Avarua Harbour after they went swimming during the heavy downpour on Saturday afternoon, which caused flash flooding in low-lying areas of Rarotonga.

Environment


Kata: Takitumu police

Saturday 14 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Kata


A festive fusion of cultures at Nukutere College celebration

Saturday 14 December 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Culture, Education, National

Nukutere in the Evening, the school’s end of the year Christmas programme, was a celebration filled with performances, joy and community spirit.

Culture


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