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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


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


LETTER TO EDITOR: Sheraton ‘back road’ proposal

Thursday 16 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, So the pikika’a has started! The new MP for Titikaveka justifying the new back road behind the Sheraton hotel site, through Vaimaanga and linking with the main road further down on the other end of the village (CITV local news, 14th March 2023), because of future main road flooding due to sea level rise. But isn’t the real reason for putting in the new back road is because Chris Vaile wants access to the beach site in front of his new hotel development? The entire length of beach is covered with huge boulders as rock revetment (which were originally put in by Government exactly to stop sea level rise!). But close the road to the public anyway, and inconvenience them having to drive all that extra way around the back, and say it is for their own good. The new MP’s logic is similar to that which he used to rip out all those fantastic old Toa trees at Takitumu School, because they were a safety hazard, yeah right! (Name and address supplied)

Letters to the Editor


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


PM says shortage of housing in Cooks: Loan scheme still under construction

Wednesday 15 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in

Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown says there is a shortage of housing as government prepares its discount home loan scheme for first time buyers.


Maritime Surveillance Centre upgrade celebrated by Cook Islands and Aussie

Wednesday 15 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National, Technology

Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown says the opening of the upgraded Police Service Maritime Surveillance Centre is a sign of the enduring relationship between the Cook Islands and Australia.

Local


Aotearoa New Zealand Citizenship certificates presented

Wednesday 15 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Nine Aotearoa New Zealand Citizenship certificates were presented at a special ceremony yesterday afternoon at Ngātipā.

Local


Busy schedule ahead as Parliament resumes following months of delays

Wednesday 15 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National, Politics

Parliament is due to resume sitting next week after months of delays.

Local


Kiwi youth with disabilities bond with Rarotonga dogs

Wednesday 15 March 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Local, National

Groups of Kiwi young people with disabilities became “honorary volunteers” for the SPCA this week, taking the dogs for their morning walk during a field trip to the Cook Islands.

Local


The winners from Polyfest 2023: Cooks take the stage

Wednesday 15 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Culture, Local, National

Five secondary schools (division one and two) performed including defending champions Māngere College, but it was the students from Auckland Girls Grammar School who showcased the beautiful dance styles of the Cook Islands.

Culture


Water – the most essential nutrient

Wednesday 15 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Pet Talk

We have had a bit of rain, at last, after a month or so of hot weather. During that hot weather we had a group of British volunteers working at Te Are Manu. They were great; enthusiastic, talented and very knowledgeable. But not very heat tolerant.

Opinion


Touch playoffs heat up

Wednesday 15 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby

The Cook Islands Touch weekly competition will today continue in the men’s and women’s opens category.

Sports


Serving coffee the old fashioned way at Aitutaki’s new hangout spot

Tuesday 14 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands

At Kofi Bar located in the village of Amuri in Aitutaki coffee is served the old fashioned way – in a mug topped with freshly squeezed coconut cream gently stirred in.

Local


Forum meeting is likely in October

Tuesday 14 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in

The Pacific Islands Forum in the Cook Islands will likely take place in October.


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