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Parliament to brighten up with Kia Orana Fridays

Thursday 17 June 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National, Politics

To embrace the “Kia Orana values” all Members of the Parliament can exchange their suit and tie for a pareu shirt and dress on Fridays.

Raising safe internet surfing awareness

Thursday 17 June 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Technology

From cryptocurrency pyramid schemes to social media scams, Cook Islands residents face a constant stream of online hazards, but a new web-based resource aims to get the upper hand against the thieves and crooks who prey on the unsuspected.

Health ministry's proof of vaccination fees discussed in Parliament

Thursday 17 June 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Health, National

Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health has proposed a $50 fee for a vaccination ID card and $15 fee for a vaccination certificate, as a form of proof a person is vaccinated against Covid-19.

A call for South Auckland pensioners to step up and get Covid-19 vaccine

Wednesday 16 June 2021 | Written by RNZ | Published in New Zealand, Regional

A South Auckland GP is happy Covid-19 vaccine hesitancy has dropped but wants pensioners to step up and do their bit for the community by getting immunised.

Wesley Roberts breaks national record, heads to Olympics

Wednesday 16 June 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Sports

Cook Islands swimmer Wesley Roberts has broken a national record and qualified for the Tokyo Olympics.

KATA: Support for agriculture

Wednesday 16 June 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion

OPINION: Violence against women in Pacific politics

Wednesday 16 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion

As with their sisters around the world, many women in the Pacific are victims of violence. While much of this violence occurs within the family, a sociocultural environment accustomed to violence against women has repercussions for women’s participation in public life. By Ancuta Hansen.

LETTER: Desecrating trees and the laws of God

Wednesday 16 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Letters for June 16, 2021

Cheeky ad campaign promotes Cooks

Wednesday 16 June 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National

A Kiwi radio network is giving Cook Islands a plug in its own quirky way with a ‘tongue and cheek’ ad campaign – for free.

Equipment donation aids police work

Wednesday 16 June 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National

Cook Islands police have new technology in their hands in the form of a $12,000 portable unit with audio and video capability.

Government plans significant roadworks in next 12 months

Wednesday 16 June 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National

Several big ticket infrastructure projects have been tabled as part of an estimated $32 million government capital expenditure for 2021/22.

Dengue fever cases plummet

Wednesday 16 June 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Health, National

No new cases of dengue fever were recorded by Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health during a one week period this month, indicating progress in battling the mosquito-borne virus.

$30m from NZ government for recovery

Wednesday 16 June 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National

As MP’s gathered in Parliament to debate spending plans for the upcoming fiscal year, Government revealed details of a $30 million grant from New Zealand to help cover an estimated $80 million deficit.

Smiles All Around at Ability Olympic Games

Wednesday 16 June 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National

The National Stadium field was alive with colour and smiles at the first “Ability” Olympics on Tuesday.

KATA: Tourism numbers on the rise

Tuesday 15 June 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion

LETTER: Defending clients against sexual offences

Tuesday 15 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

"Trials are robust affairs where the truth is the ultimate price," writes defence laywer Norman George, in response to criticism of the justice system's handling of alleged sexual offences by a CI News columnist.

OPINION: Diversification of the economy ‘is a long-term goal’, PM says

Tuesday 15 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion

With Air New Zealand operating six flights a week as of this weekend and up to 11 flights a week currently scheduled as of July, our tourist numbers will only grow, bringing in much-needed dollars to stimulate our national economy for the benefit of all our people, writes Prime Minister Mark Brown.