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Young Broncos forwards headline national squad

Saturday 18 June 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports

Former Roosters and Sharks forward Tinirau Arona will return from England to provide experience for a young Cook Islands team named for next Friday night’s Pacific Test against Samoa (Cook Islands time).

Dealing with the four-legged attack weapon

Saturday 18 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion

Over the next five weeks I will outline what I see as the main problems which serve as barriers to tourism – from dogs to rubbish to mynahs to service to human rights.

Inspiring women all over the world

Saturday 18 June 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Features, Weekend

New Zealander Anjuli Mack wants to inspire women on their weightloss and fitness journey.

Removal of ‘speed bumps’ eases traffic flow

Saturday 18 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National

Traffic was diverted around Empire Bridge from Monday to Wednesday this week to create space for asphalt to be laid.

Panthers to host Bears

Saturday 18 June 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Sports

The Arorangi Bears are determined to get their first win in the Rarotonga Club 15s competition after going down to Avatiu Nikao Eels 20-21 last Saturday.

LETTERS: Te Maeva Nui celebrations

Saturday 18 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion

Dear Editor, for someone who lives here and will be partaking tremendously in this year’s celebrations, I urge you to understand the background around these decisions and what lies ahead for those of us struggling to form teams, commit to practices and mobilising our communities (Te Maeva Nui ‘scaled down’ due to budget cuts, June 10, 2022).

Census data indicates resident population up

Saturday 18 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National

The latest census data indicate Cook Islands’ resident population has increased despite reports of depopulation due to Covid-19 related exodus.

Droughts on Kiribati are more frequent, last longer, and more intense says UN

Friday 17 June 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Kiribati, Regional

The head of the UN in Kiribati says the drought situation affecting the country will continue to put more pressure on already water-stressed families and households in the coming months.

Australia's Foreign Minister visits Solomon Islands

Friday 17 June 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Australia, Regional

The Australian Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong arrived a short while ago at the Solomon Islands Prime Minister's office in Honiara.

Kata: Chickens

Friday 17 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Game on! Pacific Mini Games officially kicks off

Friday 17 June 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Other Sports, Sports

The 2022 Pacific Mini Games officially kicked off last night with the official opening ceremony in Saipan, Northern Marianas.

Judge tests positive for Covid-19, rape trial on hold

Friday 17 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Court, National

The jury trial for a man charged with rape and multiple other sexual offences has been put on pause after the Judge overseeing the case contracted Covid-19.

LETTERS: Owning a dog is a privilege

Friday 17 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion

Dear Editor, a big part of the issue is the lack of education when it comes to neutering and fixing the dogs so they’re not reproducing.

Political parties urge electorates to 'use your right to vote'

Friday 17 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National

With 2022 General Election date announced, political parties hoping to get into power are urging people to exercise their right to vote.

Pacific security should be a matter for 'Pacific family' - Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong

Thursday 16 June 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Australia, Regional

Australia should be more engaged in the Pacific, something the previous government failed to do sufficiently, says Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong.

Samoa PM looks to 'raise the quality' of RSE programme

Thursday 16 June 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Regional, Samoa

The Prime Minister of Samoa has confirmed her government is looking at halting the open recruitment process for RSE workers.

Kata: RAT tests

Thursday 16 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

2022 Pacific Mini Games Athlete Profiles – Weightlifting

Thursday 16 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Sports

Cook Islands News profiles another athlete who will be representing the country in weightlifting for the Pacific Mini Games, which will get underway on June 17.

Team Cook Islands arrives in Northern Marianas in good spirits

Thursday 16 June 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Other Sports, Sports

The first lot of athletes representing Cook Islands at the 2022 Pacific Mini Games have arrived in Saipan, Northern Marianas.

LETTERS: Inflation and shipping costs

Thursday 16 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion

Dear Editor, I read with interest the recent article in the CI News regarding inflation and the fact that inflation in the Cook Islands was only projected to go up to 5 per cent and then drop later in the year.