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Covid tests come back negative

Wednesday 16 February 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Health, National

All 424 Covid-19 tests on Monday have come back negative but the virus could still be spreading in the community, says the Secretary of Health.

Women’s rugby team to participate in legacy development programme

Tuesday 15 February 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

Cook Islands Rugby Union is looking for interested under-18 players and officials for an upcoming legacy development programme to be held in New Zealand.

Kata: Covid-19

Tuesday 15 February 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

LETTERS: Not time for blame game

Tuesday 15 February 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, instead of adding to the worry and stress, why not encourage the people to work together and help those who were at locations of interest or close contacts to isolate or come forth.

Moorfield, Pick win Adventure Triathlon

Tuesday 15 February 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports, Triathlon

The lagoon in Titikaveka could not have been more perfect for the PTS Adventure Triathlon which was held on Saturday afternoon.

‘No changes’ to contact sports

Tuesday 15 February 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Sports

There will be no further restrictions imposed on local sporting events, including contact games, a Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health spokesperson said last night.

No further Covid-19 cases from over 300 tests

Tuesday 15 February 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National

No further Covid-19 cases have been detected in Rarotonga from over 300 tests carried out at the Terevete Park testing station yesterday.

Community transmission leaves parents concerned

Tuesday 15 February 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Education, National

Local Covid-19 community transmission has left some parents concerned for their children’s wellbeing but schools have since added extra safety measures.

UN warns more international help needed in Tonga

Monday 14 February 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Regional, Tonga

The United Nations Pacific office is urging the international community to keep up the support to Tonga and help it build back stronger after the January 15 volcanic eruption and tsunami.

Samoa rugby chief surprised by complaints from players

Monday 14 February 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Regional, Samoa

The chief executive of Lakapi Samoa says reports of the national sevens team management creating an unpleasant environment for the players has come as a surprise.

Cook Islands detects first Covid case

Monday 14 February 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in New Zealand, Regional

The Cook Islands has detected its first case of Covid-19.

LETTERS: Call to reduce NZ flights

Monday 14 February 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, the announcement by the Prime Minister on Saturday (12 February) relating to a traveller who tested positive after returning to Auckland last week, probably raises more questions than answers.

Eels thump Panthers

Monday 14 February 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Defending champions Tupapa Panthers were humbled by arch-rivals Avatiu Nikao Eels in the opening round of the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition over the weekend.

Valentine’s day – romance for some, extortion for others

Monday 14 February 2022 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Entertainment, Features

Valentine’s day the day of love and madness, chocolate and flowers, cards and gifts.

Late notice ‘unacceptable’

Monday 14 February 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, National

Calls have been made for government agencies to disseminate Covid-19 related information in a timely manner to avoid further spread of the virus.

Cooks brace as first Covid-19 case reaches community

Monday 14 February 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National

Cook Islands last night reported its first Covid-19 community case, bringing an end to the country’s two-year Covid-19 free run.

Cook Islands records first Covid-19 community case

Sunday 13 February 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Health, National

A New Zealand visitor who arrived into the Cook Islands this week has tested positive for Covid-19 early today.

Omicron threat: Locations of interest

Saturday 12 February 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Health, National

Following on from Prime Minister Mark Brown’s statement earlier today, Te Marae Ora can confirm PCR COVID-19 tests have been carried out on 31 potential close contacts.  

US announces deeper engagement strategy to match China in the Pacific

Saturday 12 February 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional

The United States insists it is a Pacific nation and has unveiled a raft of new strategies to better engage with other nations in the Region.

Rarotonga flight listed as Covid-19 location of interest

Saturday 12 February 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in New Zealand, Regional

A flight from Rarotonga to Auckland has been listed as a Covid-19 location of interest.