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Visitor left injured after dog attack

Tuesday 29 March 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National

A Kiwi visitor to Rarotonga says it’s only a matter of time before someone is seriously injured or killed following a dog attack which left him bitten, grazed and bruised.

Tāote – Cook Islands’ medical pioneers

Monday 28 March 2022 | Written by Rod Dixon | Published in Features, Weekend

With very few resources and little official encouragement, the Cook Islands first local doctors tackled epidemics and eliminated diseases, laying the foundations for the modern Cook Islands medical service.

Moana Pasifika ring changes following historic Hurricanes win

Monday 28 March 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional

Fresh from the club's historic first ever win, Moana Pasifika have rung the changes for tomorrow night's rescheduled Super Rugby Pacific clash against the Blues at Mount Smart Stadium.

Palau's President fronts up on PIF rift, Covid-19 and climate change

Monday 28 March 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Palau, Regional

RNZ Pacific's regional correspondent, Kelvin Anthony spoke to President Surangel Whipps Jr, of Palau, on a range of issues including.

Covid-19 in the Pacific

Monday 28 March 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional

American Samoa has recorded its second Covid-19 related death.

Kata: Ukraine

Monday 28 March 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

‘Attempting the world’s slowest half marathon’

Monday 28 March 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Sports, Triathlon

First time Cook Islands visitor, Kiwi broadcaster and travel writer Tim Roxborogh took on the ‘Pursuit in Paradise’ marathon on Aitutaki and recounts his steps.

Three years in a row

Monday 28 March 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Sports, Triathlon

The always popular Cook Islands Triathlon Association BSP Women’s Triathlon took place on Saturday afternoon with a much smaller field that usual.

Recovering in paradise

Monday 28 March 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Features, Go Local

He survived a potentially life-threatening spinal injury, but now former rugby player Michael ‘Fats’ Fatialofa is adjusting to Cook Islands time. He and his wife speak to Matthew Littlewood about what they hope for the future.

LETTERS: Suspended Deputy PM’s salary

Monday 28 March 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, extraordinary that Hon. (Robert) Tapaitau is still being paid the Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) salary – $137,750! (Additional charges, Cook Islands News 25/3/22).

Person arrested for breaching Covid-19 law on quarantine

Monday 28 March 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Crime, National

Police have responded to three complaints over the weekend concerning breach of the Covid-19 law on quarantine.

Covid-19 related death

Monday 28 March 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health, National

An elderly Rarotonga man with Covid-19 passed away over the weekend but Te Marae Ora health ministry spokesperson says ‘indications are that the virus was not the cause of death’.

An hour to shape our future

Saturday 26 March 2022 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Opinion

Earth Hour 2022 focuses on the theme #ShapeOurFuture.

Takitumu Conservation Area showing signs of recovery

Saturday 26 March 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Environment, National

Work on the Takitumu Conservation Area, which was damaged during the January storms, is well underway according to its volunteers.

Local pilot soars to new heights

Saturday 26 March 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Sports

Local pilot Andrew Logan is used to flying high but this week he set himself a new personal achievement soaring to new heights winning his first ever BSP Aitutaki Marathon Pursuit in Paradise race.

Breaking down mental health barriers

Saturday 26 March 2022 | Written by Sian Solomon | Published in Features, Weekend

A renowned Cook Islands researcher and psychologist has returned home to better understand and study the impacts of mental health issues in the pacific and the country.

Following in the footsteps of her grandmother

Saturday 26 March 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Weekend

Following in the footsteps of her paternal grandmother, Eileen Story has launched her political career and will stand in the 2022 general elections as a candidate on the island of Mauke.

My reo lives in my heart

Saturday 26 March 2022 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in On the Street, Opinion

I am fortunate, because for as long as I can remember Maori was spoken in our home, just never to me, although at times about me, especially when I had misbehaved, writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.

Covid restrictions set to ease

Saturday 26 March 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Health, National

As Covid-19 makes its way through the Cook Islands, the Government has announced it will be relaxing some of its restrictions.

Moana Pasifika take out first ever Super Rugby win

Friday 25 March 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional

Moana Pasifika are hosting the Hurricanes at Mt Smart Stadium in Auckland in the latest Super Rugby Pacific clash this evening.