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PM Brown dismisses Opposition demand to suspend Tapaitau
Friday 12 March 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Politics
The Prime Minister has brushed off demands from the Opposition to suspend his deputy and Cabinet member Robert Tapaitau, who is currently involved in an investigation into the tendering process for a $5.3 million project underway in the Pa Enua.
Clergies need approval to officiate investiture ceremonies in Pa Enua
Friday 12 March 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The involvement of a Rarotonga clergyman in the recent investiture programme on Aitutaki has resulted in two motions being passed by the Religious Advisory Council.
There’s a Global Plan to Conserve Nature. Indigenous People Could Lead the Way.
Thursday 11 March 2021 | Written by The New York Times | Published in In Depth
Dozens of countries are backing an effort that would protect 30 percent of Earth’s land and water. Native people, often among the most effective stewards of nature, have been disregarded, or worse, in the past. By Somini Sengupta, Catrin Einhorn and Manuela Andreoni from the New York Times.
RECIPE: The tastiest burger in town
Thursday 11 March 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Food
Life as a vegetarian is not an easy one especially if you are a foodie like me. There are limited choices when it comes to some dishes, writes Alana Fonmanu.
LETTER: Covid-19 vaccination = protection
Thursday 11 March 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, Get back to the basics with regards to vaccination. When smallpox was rampant in 17/1800s, it was the doctors of the day who observed that milk maids who picked up cowpox from milking cows were more resistant to smallpox – a more virulent form of pox. From my recollection, the pus from the […]
Regional Covid-19 efforts
Thursday 11 March 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Health, National
Cook Islands and the Pacific Community (SPC) have expressed their confidence in regional Covid-19 efforts.
Cop brawl trial starts
Thursday 11 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Video footage of a police officer punching a handcuffed man outside an Avarua fast food outlet was presented as evidence in a criminal jury trial at the High Court on Wednesday.
PM’s northern tour concludes with consultation on Rakahanga
Thursday 11 March 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Outer Islands
Prime Minister Mark Brown’s delegation was on Rakahanga yesterday for the final round of consultation in the northern group islands.
30kg monster coral reef fish caught up north
Thursday 11 March 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands
Manihiki resident catches huge fish by handline.
Chamber waiting on govt approval for tracing app
Thursday 11 March 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Health, National
Along with Covid-19 testing, contact tracing has been identified as a key element for a travel bubble with NZ. Local efforts to develop a robust system are nearing the final stages.
Democratic Party calls for suspension of Deputy PM
Thursday 11 March 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Politics
The Cook Islands Party-led Government is facing demands from the Opposition to remove an MP from Cabinet involved in an audit office investigation.
Nukz Power maintains unbeaten run
Wednesday 10 March 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Touch Rugby
Some close and exciting matches were played in the Vodafone Cook Islands women’s and men’s competition at Nikao field on Monday.
OPINION: Vaccine will save lives – maybe yours, says PM
Wednesday 10 March 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Getting vaccinated provides another layer of protection, and we should seize the opportunity when it arrives, writes Prime Minister Mark Brown.
Recruiter denies seasonal worker’s concerns
Wednesday 10 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Teething problems marked the arrival of more than 80 Cook Islanders set to work at Alliance Group’s Southland plants for the season.
Delayed Liloa II arrives with much needed cargo
Wednesday 10 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
With many shops dealing with bare shelves and shrinking inventories, relief arrived this week with the arrival of cargo ship Liloa II.
Upskilling youth through technology based surveying
Wednesday 10 March 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Technology
Twenty-two-year-old Nooroa Tuakeu had an opportunity of a lifetime, travelling from her home island Aitutaki to Manihiki, through her participation on the Climate Change Adaptation Funded PEARL Project.
Local resorts ‘one in a million’
Wednesday 10 March 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy
Guest ratings provide major boost for three local accommodation providers ahead of the potential two-way quarantine free travel with New Zealand later this month.
Pfizer preferred Covid-19 vaccine choice for Government
Wednesday 10 March 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Health, National
Government is opting for a ‘highly effective’ vaccine to protect Cook Islands people against coronavirus
Wantoks crowned beach soccer champions
Tuesday 9 March 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football
The final round of Beach Soccer Championship in the open men’s division took place on Saturday at Nikao beach courts.
Influx of young keen netballers
Tuesday 9 March 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Netball
Giants Avatiu made a winning start to their campaign in the annual Rarotonga Netball Competition over the weekend.
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