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Five-star cruise ship visits Aitutaki and Rarotonga
Wednesday 15 February 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, Local, National
The five-star service liner stopped over in Aitutaki on Monday where 248 passengers disembarked to tour around the island, snorkel and enjoyed the local cuisines. They also visited the islands of Maina, One Foot and Honeymoon.
Koutu Nui welcomes reduction in Land Court fees, brochures
Wednesday 15 February 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Court, Culture, Local, National
Te Koutu Nui, the group comprising Cook Islands sub-chiefs, has welcomed the reduction in Land Court fees announced by the Ministry of Justice earlier this month.
LETTER TO EDITOR: Partition ‘will not affect’ Nukupure Park
Wednesday 15 February 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, The landowners wish to correct the statements in Tuesday’s paper regarding the Ngatangiia Matavera Sports Club (Court application to determine the future of Nukupure Park, Cook Islands News, February 14). This land has not been “gifted” to anyone. It remains the landowners’ land, and the landowners are the ones who get to decide what happens to our land.
Raro duo set for World Champs
Wednesday 15 February 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Athletics, Sports
Athletics Cook Islands farewelled two athletes who will represent the country at the World Cross Country Championships in Bathurst, Australia later this week.
‘Hunger for win’ drives Eels to league victory
Tuesday 14 February 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
Avatiu Nikao Eels were ‘more hungry’ for win against defending champions Tupapa Panthers in the opening round of the Cook Islands Rugby League domestic 13s season over the weekend.
Court application to determine the future of Nukupure Park
Tuesday 14 February 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Court, National
The future of the Ngatangiia Matavera Sports Club Field (Nukupure Park) in Muri is up in the air following applications in court.
Kiwi visitors escape cannabis convictions
Tuesday 14 February 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National
A visiting Kiwi couple with young children escaped cannabis importation and false declaration convictions.
LETTER TO EDITOR: Medicinal cannabis industry
Tuesday 14 February 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, The new Minister for CIIC (Cook Islands Investment Corporation) Albert Nicholas has already got a lot of good work done as was reported in your paper on 11-2-23 when he announced the appointment of the new CIIC Board members after meeting with Cabinet at the end of last month. Rose Brown, the Minister of Health, needs to show the same work ethic and start the process to get our medicinal cannabis industry jump started in the Cook Islands.
Amplifying the voice of indigenous women in science
Tuesday 14 February 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, Local, National
Climate Change Cook Islands celebrated International Day of Women and Girls in Science, on February 11, 2023, acknowledging the indigenous women who are key members of the team, key partners and have contributed to the organisation over the past few years.
Jetstar adds extra flight
Tuesday 14 February 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Business, National, Tourism
Excellent demand even before the inaugural flight takes off, has seen Jetstar increase their year-round non-stop service from Sydney to Rarotonga to three times a week during peak travel periods.
Drink driving, burglary arrests over the weekend
Tuesday 14 February 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Court, Crime, National
Two people were taken to hospital after being knocked off their motorcycle by a vehicle driven by an alleged drink driver in the early hours of Saturday morning, kicking off a busy weekend for the Cook Islands Police Service which included an arrest for a historical burglary.
Imported roses for Valentine’s Day
Tuesday 14 February 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Island Craft head florist Faurens Sophie, pictured, sprinkles the imported red roses with water as she prepares orders for Valentine’s Day today.
Vaka building project canoes to be launched on Thursday
Tuesday 14 February 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Local, National
Te Mana o te Vaka boat building and sailing project will launch nine single-hull dugout canoes at Avarua harbour this Thursday at 4pm.
TC Gabrielle affects Auckland-Raro flight
Monday 13 February 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Business, National, Tourism
Cook Islands tourism operators are hoping flights out of Auckland which is facing the wrath of Tropical Cyclone Gabrielle, resumes today following cancellations yesterday.
Tupapa off to OFC Champions League qualifiers
Monday 13 February 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Football, Sports
Following a successful 2022 football campaign in winning the Tower Insurance Premiership in Rarotonga, Tupapa Maraerenga Football Club premier men have booked their spot to feature in the Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) Champions League qualifiers to be held in Apia, Samoa.
Eels, Sea Eagles off to flying start in Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition
Monday 13 February 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Avatiu Nikao Eels made a grand start to their 2023 Cook Islands Rugby League 13s season following a 38-8 win over defending champions Tupapa Panthers at The Swamp on Saturday. The Eels who won the League Nines in Paradise tournament last month proved elusive and scored most of their tries from broken play. They also […]
RMD cannot reveal legal costs in Air NZ tax case
Monday 13 February 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Business, Local, National
New information is still to emerge as the total cost to Cook Islands taxpayers in a multi-million-dollar tax case involving Air New Zealand is yet to be revealed.
In the Criminal Court on Thursday, February 9
Monday 13 February 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National
Name suppression granted in theft case A woman facing a charge of theft was granted named suppression in the Criminal Court on Rarotonga. Defence lawyer Lavi Rokoika made the request during a call over matter on Thursday. Rokoika said the basis of the application was the case was still being processed and she needed disclosure from […]
Roster for the 2023 Paunu health clinics released
Monday 13 February 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, Local, National
Toddler Keanu Tupou-ote-Rangi Napa Iakimo and his mother visited the Kiikii Clinic Paunu Day run by the Cook Islands Child Welfare Association.
Promoting Cook Islands
Monday 13 February 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Business, National, Tourism
Cook Islands Tourism was invited to present at Hawaiian Airlines' (HA) annual global sales conference held in Honolulu late last month.
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