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Residents welcome quarantine free travel to NZ

Friday 15 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National

Residents are reacting positively to this week's announcement of quarantine-free travel to New Zealand.

Local


Desalination units assist water woes on drough-stricken Penrhyn

Friday 15 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Outer Islands

Government officials are dealing with the drought in Penrhyn by employing the use of desalination machines and tapping into groundwater resources.

National


Quarantine-free travel for Cooks travellers "a move in the right direction"

Friday 15 January 2021 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National

Local tourism industry stakeholders are hoping news of a two-way travel bubble is “not too far away” following Thursdays announcement of quarantine free travel into New Zealand for Cook Islanders and valid visa holders.

Economy


Investigations into fire incidents ‘ongoing’

Friday 15 January 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Two tankers from the Takitumu Volunteer fire brigade and two trucks from the Puaikura Volunteer fire services were dispatched to attend the house fire on the Arorangi hillside on Wednesday afternoon.

Local


Quarantine-free travel for Cook Islanders to New Zealand

Thursday 14 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National

Prime Minister Mark Brown and New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern have announced that passengers from the Cook Islands can resume quarantine-free travel into New Zealand from as of 21 January.

Local


Purple reign

Thursday 14 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Other Sports, Sports

RBDC Purple won the Cook Islands Beach Games open mixed Touch competition gold medal at Nikao Beach Courts on Wednesday.

Other Sports


Rukau - A simple delight

Thursday 14 January 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Food

A staple at many island tables, but it must be thoroughly cooked to eliminate the needle-like crystals of oxalate that can burn your throat.

Features


Housing units razed to the ground in Arorangi blaze

Thursday 14 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National

Housing units located along on the Highland Paradise hillside road in Arorangi were completely destroyed in a mid-afternoon fire yesterday.

Local


130 veils for Mama Tu Tutakiao

Thursday 14 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National

One hundred and thirty veils were unveiled for the headstone of the late Ngatuapikepike Tutakiao BEM who was also fondly known as Mama Tu.

Local


Ombudsman’s Office looking to bolster investigations

Thursday 14 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National

The Office of the Ombudsman is looking for a suitable energetic and innovative person to fill the vacant position of an investigations officer.

Local


Police records high number of minor offences

Thursday 14 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National

Almost 160 minor offence notices for traffic infringements were issued by police in the two-week festive season of 2020.

Crime


Parched Penrhyn receives water relief

Thursday 14 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Outer Islands

A shipment of water has alleviated a severe shortage on the Northern group atoll of Penrhyn, however with no rain in sight, residents will have to continue rationing supplies.

National


Beating the heat at the Beach Games

Wednesday 13 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Other Sports, Sports

Afternoon rainfall was a welcomed relief for players from soaring temperatures on day two of the Cook Islands Beach Games 2021.

Other Sports


Game time for 3x3 basketball at beach games

Wednesday 13 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Basketball, Sports

The 3x3 basketball competition at the Cook Islands Beach Games 2021 got off to a flying start on Tuesday at the Nikao courts.

Basketball


Letter writer takes issue with columnist over critique of Trump presidency

Wednesday 13 January 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

"The fact that President Trump has been banned on many Social Media Platforms speak volumes," a resident writes in response to a CI News opinion column by Ruta Mave.

Letters to the Editor

Feedback on seabed mineral regulations extended

Wednesday 13 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National

The opportunity to submit feedback on the draft seabed mineral mining regulations has been extended for another month.

Economy


Tips to beat the heat

Wednesday 13 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Health, National

With the Cook Islands potentially facing one of the hottest summers on record, health officials are advising residents to take precaution and be alert for the tell-tale signs excessive heat exposure.

Health


Professor continues recording local history and culture in his books

Wednesday 13 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National

Dr Jon Tikivanotau Jonassen has over the years written books on topics that are close to his heart and tomorrow he will be launching another four of his books for the Cook Islands people and the future generations.

Education


Historical toa trees removed

Wednesday 13 January 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Rain fell on Tuesday afternoon as the last of the beloved Matavera toa (ironwood) trees were felled, allowing government workers to proceed with roadworks in the area.

Local


Notchya, RBDC top bets in Touch at Beach Games

Tuesday 12 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Other Sports, Sports

Defending champions Notchya is one of the top bets in the Cook Islands Beach Games Touch competition.

Other Sports


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