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Infrastructure boss suspended, joins husband under police investigation
Thursday 6 May 2021 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National
The Public Service Commissioner has suspended another head of a government ministry on full pay, pending the outcome of an investigation.
Akaiti Puna wins Manihiki by-election, CIP majority intact
Thursday 6 May 2021 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National, Outer Islands
Akaiti Puna, the wife of former prime minister Henry Puna, claimed back her husband’s Manihiki seat in yesterday’s by-election.
Titikaveka takes netball lead
Wednesday 5 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Netball, Sports
Avatiu premier’s unbeaten run in the Rarotonga Netball Club Competition came to an end after their loss to Titikaveka.
KATA: Advertising for the Land Court sitting
Wednesday 5 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion
Bubble brings sense of excitement for businesses
Wednesday 5 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Economy, National
After more than a year of remaining open despite no tourists and operating with crushing overheads, restaurants, resorts and hotels in Rarotonga finally have a glimmer of hope to recover with the announcement of the two-way travel bubble between the Cook Islands and New Zealand.
Cafes cautiously prepare for visitors
Wednesday 5 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Economy, National
Rarotonga and its many cafes scattered over the island have been catering to only their local market for over a year now. They are now preparing to serve Kiwi visitors who will be arriving here in little less than two weeks.
PM unveils food security initiative on Mitiaro
Wednesday 5 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Outer Islands
During his official visit to Nukuroa last week, Prime Minister Mark Brown opened the Mitiaro Agriculture Hydroponics station, a facility with a 400-plant capacity.
Get vaccine to protect others: Dr Maoate
Wednesday 5 May 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Health, National
Young Cook Islanders are being urged to get the Covid-19 vaccine to help protect their mama, papa, aunties and uncles.
Mystery virus raising alarm
Wednesday 5 May 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Health, National
As a mystery virus continues to baffle public health officials, residents are expressing concern over Government’s response.
Failure to advertise postpones Rarotonga Land Court sittings
Wednesday 5 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Judge Wilson Isaac has adjourned until further notice the land court sittings that were scheduled to be heard this week and next, due to the lists not being published in accordance with the High Court’s Code Civil Procedure.
Smooth sailing on vaka Marumaru Atua
Wednesday 5 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Father Freddy Kaina conducted a blessing of Vaka Marumaru Atua before she was relaunched into the waters of Avatiu harbour yesterday.
Comeback win for departing stars
Tuesday 4 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Tupapa Panthers’ dream of finishing the 2021 Raro Cars Rugby League Competition unbeaten was shattered after rivals Avatiu Nikao Eels staged a comeback win in the feature premier clash over the weekend.
If you can’t beat them, dress better than them!
Tuesday 4 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Paddling, Sports
Nikao beach was buzzing with excitement on Saturday as teams comprising rookie and experienced paddlers battled for top prizes in the annual Oe Vaka V12 Corporate Races.
KATA: Vaccine fears
Tuesday 4 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion
OPINION: Facing the world with vigilance, diligence and safety
Tuesday 4 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
The opening of our border with New Zealand will see much-needed tourism dollars flow to every one of our islands, both directly and indirectly through government projects and economic support, writes Prime Minister Mark Brown.
Bookings explode with bubble date
Tuesday 4 May 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National
Thousands of flight bookings have followed Sunday’s announcement of a Cooks-NZ travel bubble start date. Tourism industry stakeholders say they are ready to accommodate the incoming tide of sun-hungry kiwis.
Warm welcome awaits visitors, resort owner says
Tuesday 4 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, National
A leading resort group welcomes the re-opening of the New Zealand – Cook Islands borders for safe, two-way, quarantine free travel from May 16.
Candidate says airport on voters’ minds in advance of Manihiki by-election
Tuesday 4 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands
The Independent candidate in tomorrow’s by-election in Manihiki believes the sealing of the Northern Group island’s airport is foremost in the minds of voters, and not policies or manifestos.
The ocean welcomes back Vaka Marumaru Atua
Tuesday 4 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
After nearly five months on dry dock for safety throughout the cyclone season and maintenance tasks, Vaka Marumaru Atua is now planned to return to the water at Avatiu harbour this afternoon during high tide.
Concerns over border opening
Tuesday 4 May 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Health, National
The May 16 two-way quarantine free travel announcement brings mixed feelings; people are pleased that businesses will receive the much-needed boost but are concerned it’s putting the health of Cook Islanders on the line.
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