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Netball in Paradise attracts 10 overseas teams
Thursday 1 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Netball, Sports
The biggest netball competition in the Cook Islands makes a comeback tomorrow. Netball in Paradise, held annually in December, will see a wide range of teams make it to the courts to battle it out.
Jetstar takes over Sydney direct service
Wednesday 30 November 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Tourism
Jetstar will commence operations into the Cook Islands non-stop from Sydney from June 29, 2023, Prime Minister Mark Brown announced today.
Cook Islands announces direct service to Hawai’i with Hawaiian Airlines
Wednesday 30 November 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Tourism
Prime Minister Mark Brown on Wednesday announced that Hawaiian Airlines will begin flying to the Cook Islands from Honolulu starting May 20, 2023.
Grassroots football season wraps up
Wednesday 30 November 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The Rarotongan Grassroots football season ends today with the final knockout matches at the Cook Islands Football Association (CIFA) complex.
Six nations to battle it out at international handball tournament on Rarotonga
Wednesday 30 November 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Sports
Hundreds of people from several nations across the Pacific will converge on Rarotonga this weekend for the International Handball Federation Oceania Trophy Tournament.
Kids join in for good catch at Mauke fishing event
Wednesday 30 November 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands
The first Don Beer Akatokamanava/Mauke Reef and Open Water fishing competition has seen the weighing in of good yellow fin tuna catches.
Feminist forum looks at Pa Enua needs
Wednesday 30 November 2022 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Culture, Local, National
Cook Islands Business Trade Investment Board (BTIB) is working closely with the Ministry of Agriculture to tap into the Pa Enua and encourage residents to plant certain crops.
New Zealand will not stand in way of Cook Islands United Nations bid
Wednesday 30 November 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National, Politics
The New Zealand Pacific Peoples’ Minister and Foreign Affairs Minister have now both indicated New Zealand will offer assistance for any Cook Islands bid to the United Nations.
Paper licenses issued as card stock depleted
Wednesday 30 November 2022 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands Police issue more than 500 visitors driver licenses each month and more than 400 for residents.
Pacific fishing activity with ‘nefarious’ rep could soon have more surveillance
Wednesday 30 November 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Regional
A fishing activity in the Pacific that has a reputation for facilitating criminal behaviour could soon have more oversight. Caleb Fotheringham reports from the 19th Regular Session of the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission in Da Nang, Vietnam.
From science to fantasy: Cook Islands writer explores new genre to promote Polynesian culture
Tuesday 29 November 2022 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National
After releasing her first children’s book, ‘Buzz the Electron’ on Amazon a year ago, former Miss Cook Islands and Miss South Pacific Joyana Finch is all set to release her new book – Merio the Polynesian Mermaid.
Nationals set platform for Vaka Eiva 23
Tuesday 29 November 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Paddling, Sports
Cook Island Canoeing Association (CICA) has hailed the thrilling Oe Vaka Nationals competition held from November 19 to 26 a huge success.
Final defects programme to ‘complete’ multi-million dollar Te Mato Vai project
Tuesday 29 November 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Business, Economy, Local, National
The final defects programme for the Rarotonga water project should be completed in December, bringing an end to the “nearly” $90 million project.
Two-vehicle crash lands motorcyclist in hospital
Tuesday 29 November 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Court, Crime, Local, National
A motorcyclist who was involved in a crash over the weekend is admitted to Rarotonga Hospital after sustaining serious injuries while the driver of the van involved in the accident was arrested and remanded in custody.
French national seeking costs as fraud case drags on over two years
Tuesday 29 November 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National
A case stretching back two years involving a French national who had fraud charges against him thrown out is back before the courts.
Graduation expands skills, knowledge and networks
Tuesday 29 November 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) have joined four staff and their families in celebrating their graduation with leadership, compliance, and management qualifications during a ceremony held at the National Auditorium on Friday.
Bid to increase rape sentence unsuccessful
Tuesday 29 November 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, Crime, National
A man who committed several sexual offences against his then-14-year-old niece will remain imprisoned for nine years, after the Crown lost its appeal to increase his sentence to 11 years.
Touch association to hold boxing day tourney in memory of its founder
Tuesday 29 November 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
After a successful Cook Islands Games Touch tournament, the Cook Islands Touch Association is all set to hold the last event for 2022.
Black Ferns share World Cup joy, promote women’s rugby
Tuesday 29 November 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Fresh from guiding the Black Ferns to Women’s Rugby World Cup victory, Cook Islanders who were part of the team’s campaign are here on a well-deserved break.
Immigration staff to undergo training for new visa and permit processes
Tuesday 29 November 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National, Tourism
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) undertook the first series of immigration training last week.
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