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An apple a day keeps the dentist away?

Friday 9 July 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National

A fundraising event was held on Thursday by Titikaveka College students to raise money for Information Technology (IT) equipment.

Calls to loosen barriers on expat workers

Friday 9 July 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National

The country has lost about 2000 workers as a result of the pandemic and chief government economist estimates it would take two to three years to regrow the workforce to pre Covid-19 levels.

KATA: Intrigue at ICI

Thursday 8 July 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion

LEGO therapy for building social skills

Thursday 8 July 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National

Autism Cook Islands’ LEGO Masters programme kicked off on Saturday and will run for the next six weeks.

Covid crisis brings Fijian community closer

Thursday 8 July 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National

With the increasing number of Covid-19 cases in Fiji, anxiety amongst families watching from afar, including those residing in the Cook Islands, continue to grow. However, with strong support systems and a firm belief in God’s protection, the Fijian community of Rarotonga remain calm and trust that their loved ones will survive the pandemic.

Airline leaves customer high and dry

Thursday 8 July 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National

The ongoing uncertainty of Jetstar services returning to Rarotonga due to increasing Covid cases in Australia has put a grandfather’s dream of spending Christmas with his family in New Zealand in doubt.

Winter blast hits Raro

Thursday 8 July 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in National, Weather

Rarotonga received its second highest rainfall on record for June as the island was hammered by wild weather last month.

The Maori Vision of Antarctica’s Future

Wednesday 7 July 2021 | Written by The New York Times | Published in Features, In Depth

Maori may have been first to reach Antarctica, in the seventh century. But the past matters less than what lies ahead, Indigenous scholars say. By Sabrina Imbler from the New York Times.

FAST to ask Samoa judges to recognise impromptu swearing in

Wednesday 7 July 2021 | Written by RNZ | Published in Regional, Samoa

The FAST Party in Samoa has filed an application with the Supreme Court in Samoa to have it recognise an impromptu swearing-in ceremony of elected members of the new political party.

PET TALK: Do your part, get your pet desexed

Wednesday 7 July 2021 | Written by Dr. Ellen McBryde | Published in Editorials, Opinion

Rarotonga’s roaming dogs are much loved by visitors and locals alike, but in their current numbers they’re becoming a nuisance and a hazard. To tackle this problem, Dr Ellen McBryde says we need to take responsibility for our pets and have them de-sexed to help control the island’s out-of-control dog and cat population.

LETTERS: Unity message by Forum’s Puna rings hollow

Wednesday 7 July 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Letters for July 7, 2021

Cook Islands edged by Tasman Mako in Rugby World Cup qualification warmup

Wednesday 7 July 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

The visiting Cook Islands squad couldn’t capitalise on a first half lead during their world cup qualification warmup against Tasman Mako on Tuesday.

Dengue cases drop on Rarotonga and Pa Enua

Wednesday 7 July 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Health, National

Cases of Dengue fever in Rarotonga and the Pa Enua have nearly flattened as public health officials get a leg up on the outbreak.

Every dollar needs a job

Wednesday 7 July 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National

A budgeting workshop held last week advised participants on how to stay on top of their personal finances, sort out money priorities, pay and understand debt, and find the right balance between spending and saving.

Litter an ongoing problem at Tupapa beach

Wednesday 7 July 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National

The well-known beach amongst locals next to Tupapa Outpatients clinic was trashed with empty beer bottles and boxes from last weekend.

Tourists pick up tab after skipped payment

Wednesday 7 July 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National

Trader Jacks staff could have cause to celebrate after Kiwi tourists covered an unpaid bill left by another group of travellers who skipped payment and did a runner.

Businesses face mounting challenges

Wednesday 7 July 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National

Local businesses continue to face a cash crunch and an increase in national superannuation contribution rates this month is expected to add further cash-flow pressure.