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The true value of giving
Friday 12 March 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
As we continue in our mortal journey here on earth, and especially during these trying and challenging times, let us all look for opportunities to give a little of ourselves, writes John Mateara of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Pandemic not slowing down aid projects
Friday 12 March 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
Despite some impacts early on, project implementation and overseas development assistance to the Cook Islands hasn’t decreased during the Covid-19 pandemic. On the contrary, officials say the country has seen greater engagement with partners.
Suspended police officer takes stand in brawl trial
Friday 12 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
The criminal jury trial of a suspended police officer who is alleged to have assaulted a young father in 2019 continued at the High Court yesterday before Chief Justice Sir Hugh Williams QC.
Former health secretary Dr Herman takes up NZ role
Friday 12 March 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Health
Former Te Marae Ora Cook Islands Ministry of Health Secretary Dr Josephine Aumea Herman (pictured right) has been appointed the Waitematā District Health Board’s Director of Pacific Health.
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.
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