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Aitutaki’s Oire Reureu raises $69,000 from annual Koni Raoni
Friday 30 December 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Entertainment, Features, Local, National, Outer Islands
Oire Reureu has raised a whopping $69,000 in the popular annual Koni Raoni festive celebrations held on Boxing Day on the island of Aitutaki.
Fix your eyes on Jesus
Friday 30 December 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
As we approach to the end of yet another year, there are two scriptures that I would like to leave with our readers to ponder along with two key thoughts, writes Paul Kauri, lead pastor at The Arepua Gateway Assembly of God Church.
Classy Kane controls Karachi
Thursday 29 December 2022 | Written by Rahul Patil | Published in Cricket, Sports
Pakistan vs New Zealand – 1st Test – Day 4: Pakistan 1st Innings 438 all out in 130.5 overs (Babar 161, Salman 103, Sarfaraz 86, Southee 3/69, Bracewell 2/72) vs New Zealand 612 for 9 declared in 194.5 overs (Latham 113, Conway 92, Williamson 200*, Sodhi 65, Abrar 5/205, Nauman 3/185) Pakistan 2nd innings 77 for 2 in 31 overs (Imam 45*, Sodhi 1/17)
They’re up in the air about the festive season …
Thursday 29 December 2022 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Features, Local, National
Te Aponga Uira workers are pretty much used to being up in the air about Christmas.
Healthcare at your doorstep
Thursday 29 December 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Opinion
Premium nursing and health services are now available to provide unwell and vulnerable people in the community with the best possible care and support they need in the comfort of their own homes.
LETTER: ‘Monsters on the loose’
Thursday 29 December 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, It appears to me that there are at least two monsters on the loose in Rarotonga right now. The first is the father of a five-year-old who beat his child (Child slapped, thrown to the ground in ‘serious’ assault, Cook Islands News, December 22). In no way can anyone justify beating a five-year-old, let alone with such brutality. Cook Islands News said the child was “slapped”. But it appears to me that much more violence and force may have been used than was reported.
RUTA MAVE: Thoughts on the life journey of Jesus
Thursday 29 December 2022 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Opinion
Christmas marks the birth of a son. A journey that starts with a family as diverse and interesting as any family around the world, writes Ruta Mave.
Junior Rugby League Skills Clinic
Thursday 29 December 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Aspiring rugby league players will get a chance to learn the tricks of the trade from Cook Islands international and CK Athletic co-founder Kiana Takairangi.
‘Narrow escape’: Tourist bus crashes with eight on board
Thursday 29 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
A bus carrying seven passengers crashed on to its side on Rarotonga in what authorities described as a ‘narrow escape’.
Lifting the standards of Cook Islands tourism products
Thursday 29 December 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Business, Local, National
Cook Islands Tourism is pleased to announce the launch of the nation’s new Cook Islands Quality Assured (CIQA) accreditation programme in January 2023, formally known as the Cook Islands Tourism Accreditation and Quality Assurance Programme.
Showcasing Cook Islands in Japan
Thursday 29 December 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Features, National, Tourism
The Cook Islands will be shown off to an audience of millions in Japan, thanks to a travel show series.
Four charged following bar brawl
Thursday 29 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National
Four people have been arrested and charged with a range of offences relating to a brawl at the Hula Bar on Rarotonga earlier this month.
Puna and Brown congratulate new Fiji PM
Thursday 29 December 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Fiji, National, Regional
Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown has welcomed new Fiji Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka and the recently elected government of Fiji that was sworn in on Christmas Eve.
Bus crashes with eight on board
Wednesday 28 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in BREAKING NEWS, Local, National
A bus carrying seven passengers has crashed on to its side on Rarotonga in what authorities described as a “narrow escape”.
Kane is able: NZ-Pakistan Test hangs in the balance
Wednesday 28 December 2022 | Written by Rahul Patil | Published in Cricket, Sports
Pakistan vs New Zealand – 1st Test – Day 3: Pakistan 1st Innings 438 all out in 130.5 overs (Babar 161, Salman 103, Sarfaraz 86, Southee 3/69, Bracewell 2/72) vs New Zealand 440 for 6 in 136 overs (Latham 113, Conway 92, Williamson 105*, Abrar 3/143, Nauman 2/137)
Annandale now a barrister
Wednesday 28 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National
Recently appointed Deputy Solicitor General Lauaki Jason Annandale, now acting in the top job, has been admitted as a barrister and solicitor of the High Court, taking an oath in a ceremony on Rarotonga.
Casting a net for Christmas lunch at the beach
Wednesday 28 December 2022 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Local, National
There was just one place keen fishermen Mani Mamanu and his friend, “Father Christmas” Manu wanted to be on the morning of Christmas Day, and that was at the Social Centre, where Manu was busy preparing his net in the hope of catching a few fish.
Alcohol, prescribed drugs can kill
Wednesday 28 December 2022 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Health, Local, National
The dangers of drinking while also taking prescription medicine have been highlighted in a story by the NZ Herald. That danger is present here too, especially at this time of the year when people are “socialising” more, says Rarotonga hospital pharmacist Andrew Orange.
German couple see funny side
Wednesday 28 December 2022 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Local, National
Two German tourists wore wide grins when they were greeted by someone wearing island style clothing topped with a German Army style motorcycle helmet.
Cruise passengers strike it lucky with the weather
Wednesday 28 December 2022 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Local, National, Tourism
Passengers who disembarked from the luxury cruise ship Silver Whisperer in relatively calm seas yesterday were treated to some brilliant – if a little hot and sticky, weather yesterday morning.
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