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Tupapa Panthers through to league final

Monday 10 May 2021 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League, Sports

Feleti Iona goes over for a try to help Tupapa Panthers defeat Avatiu Nikao Eels 18-12 in the Raro Cars Rugby League Competition playoff on Saturday at the National Stadium in Nikao.

Youth Football Festival champions

Monday 10 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

The Kia Orana Youth Football Festival 2021 started a fun-filled and teachable journey like no other for each footballer, ending with lessons learnt, skills gained and trophies won.

Why a mother’s work is never done

Monday 10 May 2021 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Opinion

They say the first 40 years of motherhood are the hardest. Personally, the day you become a mother is right up there with pain, fear and excitement, the eternal elements of being a mother, writes Ruta Mave.

Island murals depict unity, family and community

Monday 10 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local

Driving around the island of Rarotonga one would no doubt have noticed, at least once or twice, the vibrant artwork of stranded artist Gonzalo Aldana.

Farewell for Miss Cook Islands

Monday 10 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local

The Miss Cook Islands Association will host a farewell celebration this Saturday for Miss Cook Islands Tajiya Sahay before she departs to resume her tertiary studies in Australia.

Seeking a balance in Mangaia’s traditional land tenure system

Monday 10 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Outer Islands

There has been a lot of debate as to whether the Mangaia land tenure system should be brought under the Land Court Division of the Cook Islands High Court. Mangaia people have been exchanging views on this issue on social media and in public gatherings.

Getting ready to welcome back visitors

Monday 10 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National

In preparation for the bubble opening with New Zealand, Cook Islands Tourism has delivered the Kia Orana Plus Training Programme to over 80 businesses and over 450 employees across Rarotonga and Aitutaki since September 2020.

Cooks ‘off limits’ to Aussies

Monday 10 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy

Australians transiting New Zealand to a third country, including the Cook Islands, are now required to apply for an exemption on compassionate grounds.

Young footballers’ final fight

Saturday 8 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Football, Sports

After a weeklong tournament and questionable weather, the semi-final games in the Cook Islands Youth Football Festival came to an end yesterday.

Big Blueprint tivaevae – a blend of old and new

Saturday 8 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Weekend

The Big Blueprint tivaevae ta’orei – the patchwork style of tivaevae made from 1-inch squares of fabric sewn onto a solid backing – is one of a kind. Its captivating abstract design is intriguing.

The enigmatic ature

Saturday 8 May 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Features, In Depth

Ature are mysterious. They are annual visitors to our islands, where they are caught, shared, and then devoured. But sometimes they don’t make an appearance, and it is not understood why. Journalist Emmanuel Samoglou spoke to fishermen and scientists to learn more about these small, yet revered fish.

From Rarotonga to paradise – a trip of a lifetime

Saturday 8 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Weekend

Seven hundred and forty nautical miles, or 1460 kilometres, and an estimated 96-hour sea voyage away from Rarotonga lies the island of Penrhyn, also known as Tongareva. With a population of approximately 218 people, and an array of uninhabited motu’s (smaller islands) spread out across its lagoons, Penrhyn continues to remain one of Earth’s best kept secrets. Nobby Clark, fisherman and owner of fishing charter boat Marlin Queen, recounts his recent visit to the Northern Group island.

OPINION: Work with TIS ignited a passion to protect environment

Saturday 8 May 2021 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Editorials, Opinion

Former Te Ipukarea Society staff member, Liam Kokaua, shares his experience working for the Society, and his current work in Aotearoa

KATA: Manihiki MP Akaiti Puna

Saturday 8 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion

OPINION: Building upon the Henry Puna dynasty

Saturday 8 May 2021 | Written by Wilkie Rasmussen | Published in Opinion, Tropical Chronicles

There are examples of countries that when their leaders retired, they handed over the top job to their wives. Are we seeing this in the Cook Islands now? By Wilkie Rasmussen

From chips to riches

Saturday 8 May 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National

Hard work and determination have taken Mike Pero from relatively humble beginnings, working in his father’s fish and chip shop, to becoming one of New Zealand’s most successful businessman.