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‘E Lupe’ all the way from Wale wins Te Mire Atu

Saturday 18 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Entertainment, National

Seven talented composers participated in Te Mire Atu 2023 Composers Competition held at The Edgewater Resort this week. The annual event celebrated the original Cook Islands compositions by cultural artists.

Culture


‘Your abuse has stolen her life’ Man, 50, sentenced to eight years in prison for rape

Friday 17 March 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National, Outer Islands

(WARNING: This story contains graphic descriptions of the offences committed by the defendant). A Mangaia man who only stopped raping his teenage victim after she gave birth to their son has been sentenced to eight years in prison.

Court


Man guilty of injuring gets bail following night in custody

Friday 17 March 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National

A man has been bailed after spending a night in custody following a three-day jury trial in which he was found not guilty of injuring a woman with intent but guilty of injuring her by an unlawful act.

Court


Cook Islands Football Association leadership dispute lands in court

Friday 17 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, Football, National, Sports

The Cook Islands Football Association (CIFA) leadership dispute has landed in Court, with ‘dismissed’ president Tiraa Arere filing for an immediate interim order to restore him to the top role.

Court


‘Bad turn’ leads to crash outside Police Headquarters

Friday 17 March 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National

An unlucky motorist was only a hop, skip and jump away from help in Avarua township when she took a bad turn.

Local


French ambassador visits Cook Islands National Council of Women

Friday 17 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Ambassador of the Republic of France, Laurence Beau was humbled, honoured and touched to receive her first colourful ei katu and special gift of a rito hat from the members of the Cook Islands National Council of Women yesterday.

Local


Woman faces arson charge in connection to house fire

Friday 17 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, Crime, National

A 39-year-old woman has appeared in Court charged with arson in connection to a house fire in Arorangi on Sunday night.

Court


Dancing in unity: Cooks, Korea celebrate decade long diplomatic relations

Friday 17 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Business, Local, National, Politics

Drums, fire, cultural and contemporary dance performances dazzled dignitaries and guests at the 10-year celebration of diplomatic relations between Cook Islands and the Republic of Korea at Tamarind House on Wednesday night.

Business


LETTER TO EDITOR: The number of cars on the island

Friday 17 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, In reply to the nameless letter “Redesigning our CBD” I would like to clarify a couple of things in this letter: Rarocars has only just taken over using this section. Very few if any trees have been cut down from this section since Herbie Pemberton had the lease in the 1990s. Almost without exception those people who complain about the number of cars on the island already have a car themselves ... I would also like to see fewer cars on the road but don’t those people who currently don’t have cars have the right to own a car? Regards, Don Carlaw Director Rarocars

Letters to the Editor


Aitutaki resident puts pen to paper to realise 10-year newspaper dream

Friday 17 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands

Recognising an opportunity that takes dedication, hard work and thick skin, Aitutakian entrepreneur Alan Nanai has taken on producing the island’s Morning Star newspaper.

Local


Lady Bears to host Lady Eels

Friday 17 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

An exciting battle is expected this afternoon when Lady Bears take on Lady Eels in the final match of round one in Cook Islands women’s rugby league competition.

Rugby league


Church Talk: Running away from God

Friday 17 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

In our reading of today, we are reminded of a man called Jonah. He was one of the minor prophets whom God had called. The word of the Lord, God came to Jonah, the son of Amittai, “Arise, go to Nineveh, that great city, and cry out against it; for their wickedness has come up before Me.” By Reverend Vaka Ngaro of Cook Islands Christian Church.

Church Talk


Glenn inspires future league stars

Thursday 16 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in League, Sports

Former Broncos and Cook Islands captain Alex Glenn is using his story of success to give back to the next generation, heading up the new Broncos Multicultural Youth Leadership Programme.

League


Cook Islands, Republic of Korea celebrate 10th anniversary of diplomatic relations

Thursday 16 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National, Politics

Prime Minister Mark Brown yesterday met with new Ambassador to the Cook Islands, His Excellency Changsik Kim, the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary for the Republic of Korea.

Local


Parliament: Discussion on key Bills ruled out

Thursday 16 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National, Politics

There will be no debate of new and existing Bills in Parliament next week, as the 10-days’ notice has not been filed by Prime Minister Mark Brown.

National


Beach netball fundraiser postponed

Thursday 16 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Netball, Sports

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the “Shoot your Shot – Beach Netball” fundraiser by the Netball and Basketball Cook Islands sports codes which was scheduled to take place this Saturday has now been postponed to April 1.

Netball


Man guilty of injuring and remanded in custody following three-day jury trial

Thursday 16 March 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National

A man has been remanded in custody following a three-day jury trial in which he was found not guilty of injuring a woman with intent but guilty of injuring her by an unlawful act.

Court


Family and friends help Aunty Odee’z realise her takeaway dream

Thursday 16 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands

Aunty Odee’z Takeaway in Aitutaki has become popular among locals who visit them for hearty meal of crispy battered fresh fish served with chips and salad and the breath taking view of the beautiful lagoon.

Local


Penrhyn schools participate in inaugural Maths Quiz

Thursday 16 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, Local, National, Outer Islands

The Penrhyn school of Tetautua crossed the island’s lagoon highway to attend the first Maths Quiz hosted by Omoka School last Friday.

Education


Tourist arrivals slump in Feb

Thursday 16 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, Local, National

Tourism operators have been bracing themselves for the downturn after a quiet couple of months.

Economy


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