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Ciguatera poisoning cases reported: Williams
Saturday 4 January 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Health, Local, National
Secretary of Health Bob Williams confirmed that three cases of ciguatera poisoning had been recorded in recent weeks.
Crime spree leaves businesses and government offices counting losses
Saturday 4 January 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Crime, Local, National
The festive season may have brought new hopes for many but the ongoing crime spree continues to hit businesses as well as government offices.
Thomas Wynne: Re-examining Cook Islands’ path forward
Saturday 4 January 2025 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Opinion
Unlike in 1965, when Free Association was a decision made by the few, our path forward must be a decision made by the people – or not at all, writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.
TIS: A snail’s tale of sustainability
Saturday 4 January 2025 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Opinion
This week we have another article from Mauke from Te Ipukarea Society president June Hosking.
Aitutaki villages raise over $200,000 at annual Koni Raoni events
Saturday 4 January 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Culture, National, Outer Islands
The two Aitutaki villages of Vaipeka and Vaipae collected over $200,000 from the Koni Raoni events held on Boxing Day and the New Year’s Day.
Mauke welcomes 2025 with traditional Raoni
Saturday 4 January 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Culture, Local, National, Outer Islands
The island of Akatokamanava celebrated the last festive event of the year by welcoming the New Year with the traditional Raoni event this week. Nicolea Mateariki reports.
Love in paradise: Fijian couple weds in Rarotonga
Saturday 4 January 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Features, Weekend
On December 21, 2024, Rarotonga became the backdrop for a heartfelt celebration of love as Losirene Dasalusalu and her newly wedded husband, Ratu Osea Dasalusalu, tied the knot in a beautiful ceremony.
Virtues: A New Year change of heart
Saturday 4 January 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise
It’s only the first week of January, and already I have a confession to make about my New Year’s resolutions, writes Linda Kavelin-Popov.
Cook Islands 7s reflect on Oceania performance
Friday 3 January 2025 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The Cook Islands men’s 7s team has identified key performance areas for improvement following the Oceania 7s tournament in December, which showcased promising young talent and sets the stage for future international success.
Church Talk: The Holy Family - A model of love, faith
Friday 3 January 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
We just celebrated Christmas 2024. We meditated the birth of the Messiah, the unwavering faith of Mary and the righteous Joseph. Together they comprise the Holy Family. The Holy family of Nazareth serves as the most perfect example or model of a family, writes Bishop Reynaldo Bunyi Getalado msp of the Catholic Church.
Letter: Can seabed mining fund a better future?
Friday 3 January 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, More detail is required on where the marine mining windfall money will be spent.
Pet Talk: Recognising the mental health of veterinary teams
Friday 3 January 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Pet Talk
The veterinary profession is one of deep compassion, requiring a blend of medical expertise, emotional resilience and a profound commitment to animal welfare, writes Dr Rose Hasegawa, medical director Te Are Manu Vet Clinic.
Diaspora concerns addressed in NZ seabed mining talks, says PM
Friday 3 January 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Economy, Local, National
Cook Islands Government’s recent consultation tour in New Zealand was a significant success, effectively addressing numerous concerns held by the diaspora regarding seabed mining, says Prime Minister Mark Brown.
Wet weekend ahead for Cook Islands
Friday 3 January 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in
Despite some clear skies earlier this week, a few showers are expected again for the rest of the week with light rain during the weekend, and heavy rain next week.
PM urges Cook Islanders to consider passport proposal despite opposition
Friday 3 January 2025 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Culture, Local, National, Politics
Prime Minister Mark Brown is urging Cook Islanders to ‘not be afraid of the discussions that may need to be had’ regarding the proposal for a Cook Islands passport.
Disappointing turnout marks New Year and launch of 60th anniversary celebrations
Friday 3 January 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Culture, Entertainment, Local, National
Despite being a significant event for the Cook Islands, the highly anticipated Te Ipukarea Concert, held on Wednesday, New Year’s Day, failed to attract a large crowd.
‘I know who I am, I have a homeland’: PM unveils 60th anniversary theme
Friday 3 January 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Culture, Local, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown officially launched the theme for the Cook Islands’ 60th anniversary of self-governance, which will be celebrated with the weeklong Te Maeva Nui festival in July this year.
Village Mile returns to Rarotonga
Tuesday 31 December 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Athletics, Sports
The Athletics Cook Islands Village Mile encourages community participation in a fun and accessible event, promoting health and fitness through a series of four one-mile laps around Rarotonga.
Letter: What are we celebrating?
Tuesday 31 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, In January 2024, a year ago now, on a beach at Mauke, two older teenaged girls kicked and bashed a younger teenaged girl with intellectual disabilities, while the third girl (friend of the other two) filmed it and put it on the internet.
Cook Islands eases import ban on NZ poultry following bird flu outbreak
Tuesday 31 December 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Agriculture, National
Cook Islands temporarily suspended imports of poultry products from New Zealand following a bird flu outbreak on a single farm, but has resumed imports from unaffected regions with additional safety measures.
