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Rarotonga residents urged to prepare for continued rain
Thursday 19 December 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National, Weather
The rainy spell currently affecting Rarotonga is expected to continue throughout the weekend, according to the Cook Islands Meteorological Service.
Trust industry booms in Cook Islands
Thursday 19 December 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Business, National, Parliament
The trust industry has proven to be resilient, robust and growing over the past four years from 2020 to 2023, according to the Cook Islands Financial Services Development Authority Report 2023-2024.
Shell-ebrating creativity: Pensioner promotes local culture through handicrafts
Thursday 19 December 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Business, Culture, Local, National
A retired Cook Islander is making use of the abundant resources from the sea to create unique and culturally inspired handicrafts.
Ombudsman slams police for negligence in fatal crash probe
Thursday 19 December 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament
The Cook Islands Ombudsman’s office handled 52 complaints and inquiries between 2022 and 2024, highlighting issues with police investigations and noise pollution.
Next generation of stars shine at CIFA Grassroots finals
Wednesday 18 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The 2024 CIFA Knockouts Competition came to an exciting close with an action-packed day at the CIFA Complex, where the grassroots football teams from across the island faced off in the highly anticipated finals.
Cook Islands Rugby Union hosts ‘She’s a Ruckstar’ Christmas beach rugby festival
Wednesday 18 December 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The Cook Islands Rugby Union (CIRU) is hosting the ‘She’s A Ruckstar’ Christmas beach rugby fun festival for girls to provide a safe and fun learning space to start their rugby journey in a less intimidating environment.
Pet Talk: Keeping your pets cool and comfortable this summer Christmas
Wednesday 18 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Pet Talk
The holiday season is a time of joy, family, and festivity, but for pet owners, it can bring unique challenges, writes Dr Rose Hasegawa, medical director Te Are Manu Vet Clinic.
Te Marae Ora prepares for potential whooping cough outbreak
Wednesday 18 December 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health, Local, National, Tourism
Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health is in ‘preparation phase’ as it continues to monitor the status of pertussis (whooping cough) in New Zealand.
Rotaract Rarotonga hosts annual Christmas in the Park
Wednesday 18 December 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Entertainment, Local, National
The stage is set for the annual Rotaract Rarotonga Christmas in the Park event which will be held tomorrow at the National Auditorium and Domes from 4.30pm to 8.30pm.
Retired man sentenced for careless driving causing injury
Wednesday 18 December 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Court, Crime, National
A retired man, Ariiva Setephano, was sentenced for careless driving causing injury this week, following an incident which left a 16-year-old female with injuries, including a broken toe and grazes to her limbs.
Court commutes prison sentence to probation for drunken assault
Wednesday 18 December 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Court, Crime, National
A 22-year-old first-time offender was sentenced to two years of probation after he pleaded guilty to charges of injuring with intent to cause grievous bodily harm and entering a premises with intent.
Kōrero o te ‘Ōrau’s youth programme fosters cultural connection
Wednesday 18 December 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Education, Local, National
Kōrero o te ‘Ōrau’s ‘Ātui’anga ki te Tango (AKTT) youth programme continues its holistic learning activities for youth and families, immersing them in learning about Cook Islands culture, its values and natural environment, to promote cultural connection.
Heavy rainfall brings relief to water crisis but cleanup efforts underway
Wednesday 18 December 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, National, Weather
The week of December 9 to December 15 saw significant rainfall across several islands in the Cook Islands, providing much-needed relief to the ongoing water crisis in Rarotonga.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
