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Will nodule mining impact animals that live on the ocean floor?

Thursday 11 February 2021 | Written by Gerald McCormack | Published in Features, Go Local

A closer look at the potential impact of nodule mining on the megafauna associated with nodules in the Cook Islands EEZ from Penrhyn southward to Aitutaki and Palmerston. By Gerald McCormack, Director of the Cook Islands Natural Heritage Trust.

Features


Tacos with a twist

Thursday 11 February 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Features, Food

A Mexican classic with an Indian (local) twist, Flying Turtle Café’s fresh fish roti tacos is a dish not to be missed. By chef Shivnesh Chandra.

Features


LETTERS: Changing narrative regarding USP

Thursday 11 February 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

"It is a Fiji Government problem that is impacting USP and correspondingly it is Fiji Government credibility that is seriously eroded."

Letters to the Editor


Centenarian Mama Mare laid to rest

Thursday 11 February 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Mama Matake Paruru also known as Mama Mare, has passed away at the age of 100.

Local


Prime Minister opens million-dollar Pukapuka Hospital

Thursday 11 February 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Outer Islands

The official opening of the new Pukapuka Hospital proved a fitting way to round out the end of Prime Minister Mark Brown’s northern group mission last week.

National


Well-know community figure was woman of many hats

Thursday 11 February 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Hundreds attended the requiem mass for Henrica Ngamarama Wilson-Marona, also well known as Mama Henrica, yesterday at the St Joseph’s Cathedral.

Local


Punanga Nui Market set to review vendor policy

Thursday 11 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National

The market's managers are planning to review policy following a recent social media debate on what should be on sale at the popular attraction.

Local


Parliament reform hits snag

Thursday 11 February 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Politics

The Opposition Democratic Party says allowing travelling MPs to nominate a ‘proxy’ to stand in for Parliament votes during their absence isn’t a good option to increase the number of days the House sits every year.

National


Youngsters gear up for triathlon meet

Wednesday 10 February 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Other Sports, Sports

The annual Kids Triathlon to be held this weekend will see competition in three age categories; age 9 and under, age 10-12 and age 13-16.

Other Sports


‘For our children and generations to come’

Wednesday 10 February 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

After years of land ownership disputes, the newly upgraded Ngatangiia Matavera Health Centre and netball courts opened this week.

Local


Million-dollar conversation

Wednesday 10 February 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, National

Cook Islander Mike Pero will be the guest speaker at the Tourism Industry Council general meeting Thursday at Edgewater Resort and Spa.

Economy


Operation Namu launched to address dengue outbreak

Wednesday 10 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National

A one-day mass cleaning campaign to remove the breeding places of dengue carrying mosquitos is scheduled for Friday.

Health


Fractured Forum as Puna takes helm

Wednesday 10 February 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Politics

As Cook Islands politician Henry Puna prepares to assume the role of Secretary General of the Pacific Islands Forum, he faces a monumental challenge in restoring the spirit of Pacific cooperation at a time when many say the region needs it most.

National


Works continue on Rarotonga's roads

Wednesday 10 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National

Road works continue this week along the Muri/Ngatangiia to Matavera main road.

Local


Building confidence through training

Wednesday 10 February 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

The Geoportal Training Workshop successfully ended last week with praise from the facilitators for participants from the southern group islands.

Local


Milestone for Mangaia Football

Tuesday 9 February 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

A historic moment for Mangaia Football took place on Friday February 5 in Oneroa with a ground breaking ceremony which marked the commencement of the construction of the Mangaia Football Association soccer field and facilities project under the FIFA Forward Programme.

Football


Cook Islands-based NCD research looks at early-life health for wellbeing

Tuesday 9 February 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Go Local

Siobhan Tu'akoi discusses her groundbreaking research into non-communicable disease risk in the Cook Islands.

Features


Agriculture career expo for younger students

Tuesday 9 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National

Apii Rutaki, Arorangi, St Joseph’s School and Te Uki Ou will be visiting the Ministry of Agriculture offices this week to gain some knowledge of how the ministry works, career opportunities and the importance of agriculture.

Local


Progress on Penrhyn cyclone shelters

Tuesday 9 February 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Outer Islands

Construction work is continuing on two cyclone shelters for the Northern Group island of Tongareva.

National


Suspect to appear in court on Thursday

Tuesday 9 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National

A man who is alleged to have stolen a pig days before the Woo’s Store armed robbery matter will appear in Court this week.

Crime


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