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Puna a Manihikian at heart

Tuesday 1 June 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National, Politics

Akaiti Puna was sworn in yesterday as Manihiki’s new Member of Parliament on Monday during a flash sitting.

Further wait for same sex rights advocates

Tuesday 1 June 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National

Observers have voiced exasperation over Parliament’s delaying tactics in moving forward with a draft bill that, if passed in its current form, would decriminalise homosexuality in the Cook Islands.

Rarotonga teens relish time in New Zealand

Monday 31 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

As the North Otago Rugby Union’s connection with the Cook Islands continues to grow, more players are taking up opportunities in Oamaru. Kayla Hodge catches up with Alistair Newbigging and Olive Willie who have joined the Waitaki Boys’ High School First XV.

OPINION: Be an upstanding citizen, say no to bullying

Monday 31 May 2021 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion

Those who say sticks and stones will break your bones, but names will never hurt you have never been held to ransom by a verbal bully, writes Ruta Tangiiau Mave, highlighting the ongoing discrimination faced by the LGBTQ+ community.

Protecting guests also helps community

Monday 31 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National

A ‘community day’ at a resort in Titikaveka has featured an excellent display of natural resources being put to good use.

Transition to low-carbon economy

Monday 31 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National

Citing the country's seabed minerals resources, Prime Minister Mark Brown says the Cook Islands can play a major role in supporting the global transition to a low-carbon economy.

‘Eye opener’ for sole traders

Monday 31 May 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National

Cook Islands Chamber of Commerce has been running a series of bookkeeping courses to prepare business owners for future sole traders grants.

Rarotonga vaccination exceeds registered eligible population

Monday 31 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Health, National

After a successful rollout of the Covid-19 Pfizer vaccine in Rarotonga, the vaccination programme moves to the Pa Enua, starting with Aitutaki on Monday.

Parliament begins today with financial budget on the agenda

Monday 31 May 2021 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National, Politics

Parliament will convene at 1pm today to begin their May-June sitting, with recently reinstated Clerk of Parliament Tangata Vainerere confirming several bills are expected to be tabled for discussion this week.

Kumete sports on Queen’s Birthday holiday

Saturday 29 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Other Sports, Sports

The annual village competition for the Kumete is to be held once again at the National Stadium, and as always on the Queen’s Birthday annual holiday, in nine days’ time.

Will deep sea mining destroy what the ocean already provides humanity?

Saturday 29 May 2021 | Written by Gerald McCormack | Published in Features, Weekend

A precautionary approach of two concurrent nodule mines has the potential to provide a major new revenue stream for the Cook Islands of around US$90 million (NZ$124m) per year, writes Gerald McCormack, Natural Heritage Trust.

Life hasn’t been all rosy but Blake rises above it all

Saturday 29 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Weekend

Like the bright colourful trademark ei katu she proudly wears, Rosie Blake – or Aunty Rosie, the former Consul General of the Cook Islands in New Zealand – is cheerful, bubbly and smilingly proud to be a Cook Islander. On a recent visit to Rarotonga she shared her experiences as the Consul General, a post she held from 2013 until October 2020.

Aitutaki day tour gains momentum

Saturday 29 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Outer Islands

Since the travel bubble with New Zealand started, the Air Rarotonga Aitutaki Day Tour flights have increased to three a week compared to none.

Diving back into business

Saturday 29 May 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Features, Weekend

It’s been a tough 12 months for local tour operators who are now welcoming back guests. Al Williams reports.

OPINION: Thank you Te Marae Ora and New Zealand

Saturday 29 May 2021 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion

No matter what you believe or not, we must take advantage of the vaccination rollout programme to protect ourselves and each other from a virus that continues to ravage parts of the world, writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.

KATA: Arorangi Prison & Spa?

Saturday 29 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

LETTER: Supervised isolation and quarantine fee

Saturday 29 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

CI News letter writer asks if there are separate costs for those who choose not to receive a Covid-19 vaccine.

OPINION: Celebrating Maine Mura on World Menstrual Hygiene Day

Saturday 29 May 2021 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Editorials, Opinion

For some women, menstruation is an inconvenience they don’t give much thought to. But for many it can be a dreaded week with stigma attached. It can also be expense and sometimes uncomfortable, resulting in missed school or work. By Te Ipukarea Society.

A ‘happy virus’ goes out to the world

Saturday 29 May 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National

A Cook Islands podcaster has celebrated a milestone in connecting the nation to more than 60 countries.

Exports lead to high demand for Aitutaki taro

Saturday 29 May 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National, Outer Islands

The Auckland-based importer of Aitutaki taro wants more so he can trim freight costs to make the root crop affordable for his working-class clients.