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Riding into 2021 in style!
Wednesday 6 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
These youngsters were headed to the Avana jetty for a swim to cool off from the heat after helping out with picking up rubbish at home.
Public Service Commissioner clarifies Health appointment
Wednesday 6 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
The Public Service Commissioner will finalise the top Health Ministry role by the end of this month
Holidays with the horses
Wednesday 6 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Island youth were given a treat over the holidays when they had a chance to spend some time with Rarotonga’s three horses at Avana harbour.
Poor water quality in Muri lagoon persists
Wednesday 6 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Environment, National
Poor water quality continues to affect the lagoon as the seasonal weather conditions that led to the deterioration continue to persist.
Barge to leave for third trip to Tongareva
Wednesday 6 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Outer Islands
MV Taunga Nui has been to the northern group island of Penrhyn twice after arriving in the country in November.
Inclusion for all members of our society
Tuesday 5 January 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Go Local
Parents and families of children/adults with disabilities or genetic conditions have battled for some time for their loved ones to be included and accepted in society.
OPINION: Life doesn’t have to be perfect to be wonderful
Tuesday 5 January 2021 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Looking forward to 2021, the Cook Islands could be so much more than we are, because we are smarter than we give ourselves or are given credit for, Ruta Tangiiau Mave writes.
MP's planting project brightens up lives
Tuesday 5 January 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The once bare looking Constitution Park grounds now have beautiful bursts of colour and vitality with plants and fruit trees lining the road side border to beautify the area.
End of an era for Muri beach landmark
Tuesday 5 January 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
After 32 years of operating Sails Restaurant on Muri beach, the Tierney family have announced the closure of the restaurant and look forward to a well-deserved change of pace.
Pasifika Air looking to spread its wings
Tuesday 5 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, National
Pasifika Air’s website is advertising three flights a week from Wellington and Christchurch to the Cook Islands’ capital Rarotonga.
Positive start to 2021, police say
Tuesday 5 January 2021 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Crime, National
Police are encouraged by the generally peaceful conduct around the island and further seek everyone’s continued help to reduce speed and keep the roads safe.
Pare rito making mamas forge bonds during hat making
Tuesday 5 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
After six months of learning the skill to weave a treasured “pare rito”, 12 Ngatangiia Cook Islands Christian Church (CICC) women proudly displayed their 60 hats last weekend.
The unforgettable sporting moments of 2020
Saturday 2 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Other Sports, Sports
Despite cancellations of several sporting events due to Covid-19, there were plenty memories made on and off the field in 2020.
OPINION: Adapting to a changing world
Saturday 2 January 2021 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Cook Islanders are survivors and the innate ability to adapt to any situation, is what will get us through, writes Thomas Wynne.
OPINION: Bristling with hope for a healthier lagoon
Saturday 2 January 2021 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Rarotonga experienced several hot, still days as 2020 came to a close, affecting the water quality of Muri lagoon. Te Ipukarea Society says we need to investigate if there are linkages to climate change or human development.
2020: The year that was
Saturday 2 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Features, Weekend
It goes without saying that Covid-19 is the story of 2020, hands down. The virus dominated the headlines during the year, with many of the most popular stories shedding light on the impact it has had on all of us. But Covid-19 wasn’t the only story of the year. Cook Islands News takes a look back at the pandemic and other stories that defined the year 2020 …
Representing Cook Islands with pride
Saturday 2 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Culture, National
Rose Henry feels very privileged and honoured to be selected to represent her Cook Island culture and Pacific people on an international level.
‘You try and fit your life into a paragraph’
Saturday 2 January 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Weekend
When former Cook Islands News editor Jonathan Milne and his family visit Atiu Villas, the story-telling rambles late into the night, and beyond.
Muri in hot water
Saturday 2 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Environment, National
Muri lagoon is in dire condition as environmental conditions combined with human activity have resulted in the sudden death of marine life and a warning to residents to avoid swimming in the area.
‘We got through 2020 together’, PM says in address to nation
Saturday 2 January 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
In an address to the people of the Cook Islands, PM Mark Brown says good riddance to 2020 and looks ahead to a new year which he says will involve further sacrifice and hardship, but also prosperity.
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