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Rapid survey for Covid assessment

Tuesday 8 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National

The coronavirus has devastated and changed the world. The unprecedented pandemic has killed more than 1.5 million people, plundered the livelihoods, and devastated the security and normalcy of societies, worldwide.

Economy


Tupapa Panthers, Avatiu claim Raro Sevens titles

Monday 7 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

Rugby Sevens fans were treated to some top class action on the field at the Raro Rugby Sevens Tournament on December 4-5 at the National Stadium.

Rugby Union


Nikao and Tupapa head to football finals

Monday 7 December 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Anticipation and thrills filled the CIFA complex last week as teams battled it out for a spot in the Rarotonga Football 2020 Season Finale.

Football


New water station at centre of community

Monday 7 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Punanga Nui Market’s first water station’s blessing took place on Friday morning with the special planting ceremony of lemon and chilli trees.

Local


LETTER: Time to think outside the NZ bubble?

Monday 7 December 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

The Australian and New Zealand governments were trying to reach a Trans-Tasman bubble as we all know, that would then start to include Pacific Islands, that every island nation has been holding out for.

Letters to the Editor


Shanya Sahay admitted to the bar

Monday 7 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Shanya Ruth Sahay in Brisbane Australia was admitted as a Barrister of the High court of the Cook Islands via an audio video link.

Local


Take care during festive season

Monday 7 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Crime, National

Leading up to Christmas, Cook Islands Police Service have some strong messages for the community.

Crime


Fears for children’s safety

Monday 7 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Crime, National

A convicted child sex offender has been released into the Rarotonga community without formal supervision.

Crime


‘Hidden corruption in our society’

Monday 7 December 2020 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Opinion

When we know it happens, we see it happen, and we don’t say anything, we are guilty too, and corruption wins.

Opinion


‘Do your school work and be happy’

Monday 7 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National

Makenna Gribble was awarded the 2020 Dux for Apii Takitumu at the school’s presentation held at the Matavera Revival Church.

Education


Tupapa takes on Titikaveka

Saturday 5 December 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Titikaveka will face a mammoth task when the side takes on champions Tupapa Maraerenga in the premier men’s Knockout Cup semi-final today.

Football


Tupapa on track for Raro Sevens title defence

Saturday 5 December 2020 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Regional, Rugby Union, Sports

Defending champions Tupapa Panthers have made it through to the Raro Sevens Tournament quarter-final.

Regional


Heaven on earth: Six days of pure bliss in the Pa Enua

Saturday 5 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Features, Weekend

For those wanting to satisfy a travel itch during these unprecedented Covid-19 times, it could be a good idea to look a little closer to home. In this second of a two-part series, Katrina Tanirau explores the islands of Mauke and Mangaia.

Features


It’s do or die for cricketers

Saturday 5 December 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Cricket, Sports

A new winner in the Rarotonga Cricket Club men’s competition will be crowned after defending champions Matavera bombed out in the playoffs.

Cricket

Head girl leads by example

Saturday 5 December 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National

An emotional Leah Schuster fought tears as she made her way to the stage to receive the Dux of the Year award at the St Joseph’s School prize giving ceremony yesterday.

Local


Former national rugby star Francis Smith's heart is set on giving back to people

Saturday 5 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, Weekend

Francis Smith first visited Mitiaro when he was six or seven years old. That was the first time he saw an itiki – the island’s famous fresh water eel. Almost three decades on, he reconnects with the itiki and calls the southern group island his new home.

Features


Living away from home

Saturday 5 December 2020 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion

To say I have missed home is an understatement, in fact I don’t think there are words in the English language that capture the emptiness we all feel, those 80,000 of us who live in New Zealand but call the Cook Islands home. By Thomas Wynne.

Editorials


What’s the big deal about deep-sea mining? Let’s break it down!

Saturday 5 December 2020 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Editorials, Opinion

The removal of nodules will lead to significant, long term or even permanent biodiversity loss, writes Te Ipukarea Society.

Editorials


LETTER: Real or controlled democracy?

Saturday 5 December 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

"In my view, there have been and continues to be “multiple red flag situations” within the upper echelons of central power whereby knowingly, and for some unknown reason, have not been investigated or reviewed."

Letters to the Editor


LETTER: Food Security

Saturday 5 December 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

The value of egg and pork imports has risen exponentially in recent years, to the detriment of local industries, argues John M Scott.

Letters to the Editor

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