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In brief: News from around the Pacific

Friday 22 October 2021 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional

Helicopters out of action; officer suspended over forgery allegations; and baby found dead in car

The stars of tomorrow

Friday 22 October 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

Cook Islands Rugby Union (CIRU) was pleased with the age group holiday training programme which focused on educating upcoming players the basics of becoming the stars of the game.

CHURCHTALK: The blueprint of Christianity

Friday 22 October 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

We cannot deny nor dispute the fact that our forebears were at one time or another, and so were some us today, by products and fruit of the London Missionary Society, writes Bishop Tutai Pere.

What it takes to become an MP in the Cook Islands

Friday 22 October 2021 | Written by Te Tuhi Kelly | Published in Opinion

Anyone can become an MP in the Cook Islands, or can they? What does it take to become a politician at the highest level in the Cook Islands?

Sacked couple face more charges

Friday 22 October 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Crime, National

A number of top Cook Islands Government officials, including two who have been sacked, are facing additional charges which include theft and fraud.

Aitutaki’s Bicentennial celebrations get underway

Friday 22 October 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands

Light showers followed by beautiful sunshine with an array of colourfully dressed hosts and guests, marked the official opening of the historic 200th Bicentennial celebrations of the arrival of Christianity to Aitutaki in 1821.

FLNKS pleads for delay in New Caledonia independence vote

Thursday 21 October 2021 | Written by RNZ | Published in New Caledonia, Regional

New Caledonia's pro-independence FLNKS party has called for "non-participation" in the independence referendum on December 12.

Ratu Wiliame Katonivere set to be Fiji's next president

Thursday 21 October 2021 | Written by RNZ | Published in Fiji, Regional

Fijian Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama will move Ratu Wiliame Katonivere's name on Friday in Parliament to be the next President.

KATA: NZ covid response

Thursday 21 October 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion

New Sevens coaches appointed

Thursday 21 October 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

Cook Islands Rugby Union has appointed the new head coaches of the national Sevens teams.

Playing for redemption

Thursday 21 October 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

For the Tower Insurance premier men’s match, it’s a clash of the bottom two this mid-week, Puaikura who stands at fifth and Matavera, three points behind, will battle it out on Friday at Raemaru Park.

LETTERS: Covid-19 vaccines save lives

Thursday 21 October 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Letters for Thursday October 21, 2021

Cooks economy on a ‘knife edge’ despite improved fiscal position

Thursday 21 October 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National

Government’s net fiscal balance for the year ended June is “better than expected” but warning bells have been sounded.

Traditional voyage for Aitutaki’s 200-year celebrations

Thursday 21 October 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National

GPS and modern navigation will be switched off for the overnight trip to Aitutaki on Vaka Marumaru Atua. Instead, the crew will be using traditional wayfinding techniques guided by stars, wind, swell, and the sun.

Slow vax rates could see Solomons' borders closed until 2023

Wednesday 20 October 2021 | Written by RNZ | Published in Regional, Solomon Islands

Poor uptake of the Covid-19 vaccine in Solomon Islands could see the country's borders remaining closed until 2023.

In brief: More news from around the Pacific for October 20th

Wednesday 20 October 2021 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional

Call in Australia for detainees to be released after multiple Covid cases; Samoan Minister speaks out after drunk driving episode; Illegal mining on Kiribati coast increasing; Cook Islanders arriving to work in Southland meat works

Cyclists smash national record in 100 km ride

Wednesday 20 October 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Cycling, Sports

A team of cyclists have conquered a 100 kilometre cycle ride on Rarotonga and smashed a national record.

Squash skills to be highlighted at nationals

Wednesday 20 October 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Sports, Squash

Well-honed shots and raw talents are set to collide at the Cook Islands Squash Nationals next week.

KATA: Sludge disposal

Wednesday 20 October 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion

LETTERS: Cook Islands among the most vaccinated in the world

Wednesday 20 October 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Letters for Wednesday October 20, 2021