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Baudinet makes tennis history

Friday 5 March 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Other Sports

Cook Islands tennis player Brett Baudinet has become the first Cook Islander to be selected as the captain of the Pacific Oceania Davis Cup team.

Who blew up the Forum?

Friday 5 March 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion

In all the analysis following the decision of the five Micronesian countries to exit the Pacific Islands Forum after their candidate failed to become the next Secretary General, one question remains unanswered: who is responsible for this body-blow to Pacific regionalism? By Stephen Howes and Sadhana Sen.

Kata: Where's the tsunami

Friday 5 March 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion

Road crashes down to all-time monthly low

Friday 5 March 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National

Motor vehicle crashes have dipped to an all-time monthly low, as reduced traffic volumes and police checkpoints continue to hold incidents to a minimum.

Invitation to join writing group

Friday 5 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National

Te Vairanga Kite Pakari or the Cook Islands Research Association’s writing group convened this week and an invitation is extended to anyone who is interested to join them.

Court matters adjourned due to tsunami warning

Friday 5 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National

Several matters were brought before Justice of the Peace Bernice Manarangi Thursday, however due to the tsunami warning some matters were adjourned.

Heather replaces Maoate as Demos deputy leader

Friday 5 March 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Politics

The Cook Islands Democratic Party Opposition leader has appointed a new deputy – a move to better prepare the Democrats for any voting option the government decides to run with.

Tsunami barely registers a ripple as affected residents take cover

Friday 5 March 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National

Many heeded caution and moved inland to higher ground after a tsunami threat was issued by the Cook Islands Meteorological Service.

Sharing their passion for te reo Maori

Thursday 4 March 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National

Papatua Papatua began interpreting in Parliament two years ago when he was approached by the then Clerk of Parliament Tangata Vainerere. Although he had a scary start, today Papatua absolutely enjoys translating and interpreting for Parliament.

Spay Day event hailed a success

Thursday 4 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National

Maria Greig was happy to bring her three dogs Max, Boy and Mama to support Te Are Manu and SPCA’s Spay Day event in Muri yesterday.

‘Raiders’ of Titikaveka lagoon warned

Thursday 4 March 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Environment, National

The staggering level at which Titikaveka passages are being raided for fish and seafood is causing deep concern in the village and Opposition MP Selina Napa wants it to stop immediately.

Kata: Poor Covid-19 vaccine advice?

Thursday 4 March 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Kata

Sowing seeds of hope

Thursday 4 March 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National

Free seedlings are available to both commercial farmers and home gardeners at the Ministry of Agriculture, for food security and vision for new export revenues.

Graham elected board member of International Volleyball Federation

Wednesday 3 March 2021 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports

Cook Islands Sports National Olympic Committee President Hugh Graham has been re-elected as a board member of the International Volleyball Federation (FIVB).

Auditorium renovation work nears completion

Wednesday 3 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National

The $1.6 million renovation of the National Auditorium is expected to be completed by early to mid-April.

For Travel, a Sustainable Comeback?

Tuesday 2 March 2021 | Written by The New York Times | Published in Features, In Depth

With travel stalled for the past 10 months, its sustainable comeback has been a popular topic. Now with Covid-19 vaccines in distribution, and the prospect of travel reviving later this year, some travel operators, local governments and nonprofit organizations are walking the talk, with new eco-oriented programs and trip. By Elaine Glusac from The New York Times.

Green Machine makes clean sweep at Business House Golf

Tuesday 2 March 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Other Sports

Business House Golf (BHG) wrapped up its 2020/21 season last Friday night at the Rarotonga Golf Club after 11 rounds and a grand finale.