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‘Stick to politics’: Te Ipukarea Society slams Peters’ deep sea mining comments

Tuesday 13 February 2024 | Written by Candice Luke | Published in Environment, National, Politics

Cook Islands environmental organisation Te Ipukarea Society (TIS) has slammed comments made by New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Winston Peters about deep sea mining.

Ancestral homecoming: Ui Tupuna remains return to Mangaia after decades

Tuesday 13 February 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands

The remains of over 100 “Ui Tupuna”, ancestors who were separated from their homeland for over three decades, have finally returned to their rightful resting place, at home in Mangaia, Au’au Enua. Melina Etches reports.

Kata: DPM

Monday 12 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Penrhyn ‘one of our safe seats’: PM Brown

Monday 12 February 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National, Outer Islands, Politics

Prime Minister Mark Brown, leader of the Cook Islands Party (CIP), expressed confidence in retaining the Penrhyn seat during the March 12 by-election.

The race for Deputy PM: ‘The needs of the country must come first’

Monday 12 February 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National, Politics

The Cook Islands Prime Minster hasn’t decided on a new Deputy PM, but is considering both Rarotonga and Pa Enua candidates, prioritising national needs over tradition.

Letter: Vaimaanga road closure

Monday 12 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Residents of Vaimaanga should not be complacent, and ignore what is happening in their village. The development at the old Sheraton Hotel site is moving along at pace, most people would and indeed should applaud the developer for his bravery, investment and achievements on this once derelict property.

Letter: Prime Minister’s ‘review’ questioned

Monday 12 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, The country was fortunate that One News Reporter, Barbara Dreaver asked PM Mark Brown, what was happening with the complaints by two women against Police Commissioner James Keenan?

In brief: Court news

Monday 12 February 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National

February 12, 2024

Tupapa Panthers roar back

Monday 12 February 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Former champions Tupapa Panthers premier men’s side sent a strong message to Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition clubs after a convincing win in the opening round over the weekend.

Discipline tested in close Mixed Touch contest

Monday 12 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby

Tempers flared in last Wednesday’s Cook Island Touch Association mixed competition match between defending champions 007 and Team Outlaws, held at the National Stadium in Nikao.

Ruta Mave: The seventh commandment - ‘Thou shalt not commit adultery’

Monday 12 February 2024 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Opinion

In the religious community we live in, is there any denomination of church that allows or believes that breaking the seventh commandment from God is, okay?

Chinese teacher shares Spring Festival cheer in Rarotonga

Monday 12 February 2024 | Written by Candice Luke | Published in Culture, National

Saturday, February 10, marked the beginning of the most significant date on the Chinese Calendar: Chinese New Year, also known as Lunar New Year or Spring Festival.

Legacy waste project comes with $700,000 price tag

Monday 12 February 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Environment, National

A two-year project to clean up legacy waste across Rarotonga has cost taxpayers more than $700,000.

New trucks tackle sludge, improve water supply

Monday 12 February 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National

Two vacuum trucks, donated to To Tatou Vai (TTV) by the Government of Japan, will assist with the management of the water network on Rarotonga.

Lagoon resort causeway still under investigation

Monday 12 February 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Environment, National, Outer Islands

National Environment Service staffers appear to be taking their time in delivering an assessment on a temporary causeway at the redevelopment of upmarket Lagoon Private Island Resort on Aitutaki.

Kata: Fishing

Saturday 10 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Lady Panthers ready for Bulldogs battle

Saturday 10 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Lady Panthers are keen to get back on the paddock after a disappointing Nines tournament earlier this year, but they are excited to field a team in the 2024 Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition.

Cook Islands, NZ leaders celebrate Waitangi Day, pledge stronger ties

Saturday 10 February 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Weekend

Waitangi Day and the first visit of Aotearoa New Zealand’s new Deputy Prime Minister, Winston Peters, and Minister of Health and Pacific Peoples, Dr Shane Reti, was marked with a special garden reception at Ngātipā, the official residence of New Zealand. New Zealand High Commissioner Tui Dewes hosted the special evening on Wednesday, February 7, attended by around 200 people.

Heather invested as new Tamakeu Mataiapo

Saturday 10 February 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Features, National, Weekend

Joseph Heather was invested as the new Tamakeu Mataiapo of Teimurimotia, a traditional title also held by his late mother Puretu a Tangiiau Api Heather, in a ceremony attended by hundreds and marked by cultural significance.

Te Ipukarea Society: Understanding our stream health through invertebrates

Saturday 10 February 2024 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Environment, National

Last week in our Te Ipukarea Society article, we touched on some of the water quality monitoring that can be done in our streams to help determine if they are healthy or not.