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Kata: League 9's champs

Monday 8 January 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Avatiu Eels retain Nines title

Monday 8 January 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports

Avatiu Nikao Eels retained the Cook Islands Rugby League Nines in Paradise title after a hard-fought final on Saturday at the BCI Stadium in Nikao.

Beddoes crowned top athlete

Monday 8 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Sports

Cook Islands middle distance champion Alex Beddoes has been named Athletics Cook Islands’ Open Male Athlete for the Year 2023 and Supreme Athlete of the Year.

Higher shipping costs : Fears Red Sea attacks will soon hit Kiwis in the pocket

Monday 8 January 2024 | Written by RNZ | Published in New Zealand, Pacific Islands, Regional

New Zealand consumers could soon pay the price for shipping networks being disrupted by attacks in the Red Sea.

Ruta Mave: The silent struggle for morality in the Cook Islands

Monday 8 January 2024 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion

The silent acceptance of constant abuses of power by those in leadership roles from corruption, theft, fraud, assault on women and drink driving is frankly despicable, writes Ruta Mave.

Letter: Flag addition raises eyebrows

Monday 8 January 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Interesting to read that the PM is “suggesting” a flag rethink (Cook Islands News, December 14, 2023, changing the current national flag back to the original flag design from Papa Arapati’s day.

‘Home where the heart is’: Beloved broadcaster laid to rest in Matavera

Monday 8 January 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Local, Memory Lane, National, Weekend

Flamboyant personality, passionate advocate for the Cook Islands language, broadcaster, and producer Bernard (Bernice) Tairea, affectionately known as “Poepoe”, was laid to rest in Matavera on Saturday.

Ma’uke’s Mii Tua, 78, finds joy in quiet life and community

Monday 8 January 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, National, Outer Islands, Weekend

On the island of Ma’uke, also known as Akatokamanava, 78-year-old Mii Tua (née Tairea) cherishes her quiet, simple life on the land where she was born.

Government to manage new inter-island vessel, says PM

Monday 8 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Local, National, Outer Islands

The Cook Islands government will manage the operations of an inter-island vessel that it hopes to receive this year.

Select Committee prepares for public consultations on Amendment Bills

Monday 8 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament

The Special Select Committee reviewing the three Constitutional Amendment Bills will convene next month.

Aitutaki roads a ‘time bomb’: Residents demand crackdown on underage driving

Monday 8 January 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National, Outer Islands

Aitutaki residents are expressing concern about the increasing number of young ‘underage’ people riding motorbikes and speeding on the island’s roads. They worry that this could lead to serious accidents, and are calling for action to ensure the safety of everyone on the road.

Raukawa Kukis reign supreme: Unbeatens cruise to Nines in Paradise title

Monday 8 January 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

A player from the champion Raukawa Kukis side tries to break through Lady Eels defenders in the Cook Islands Rugby League Nines in Paradise Tournament on Saturday at the National Stadium in Nikao.

Kata: Vote by proxy

Saturday 6 January 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Netball kicks off 2024 Beach Games

Saturday 6 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Sports

The 2024 Cook Islands Beach Games will kick off today with the high anticipated netball competition.

League Nines in Paradise heats up: Favourites emerge on day one

Saturday 6 January 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports

Newcomers Raukawa Kukis from New Zealand made an impressive start on day one of the Cook Islands Rugby League Nines in Paradise tournament yesterday at the National Stadium in Nikao.

NRLW stars inspire next generation in Cook Islands

Saturday 6 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in League, Sports

The future of rugby league in the Cook Islands lies in the hands of league trainers and how they develop the skills of the younger generation. Losirene Lacanivalu reports.

Serving the Ui Ariki - A decade of challenges and triumphs for Rakanui

Saturday 6 January 2024 | Written by Candice Luke | Published in Features, In Depth, Memory Lane, Weekend

Tupuna Rakanui, Te-O-Tari-Kura o te Are Ariki (Clerk of The House of Ariki), has resigned from his tiresome but rewarding role. But he says: ‘I’m not running away’. In an interview with Cook Islands News reporter Candice Luke, Rakanui reflects on his tenure with a mixed bag of emotions – from regret to pride, and sends well wishes to the new candidates. Although his time in the job has come to a welcomed end, his service to Te Are Ariki will continue.

Virtues in Paradise: What are your intentions for 2024

Saturday 6 January 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise

“Looking forward, looking back. I’ve come a long way down the track,” sings Australian country singer Slim Dusty. It’s a great song for the New Year, writes Linda Kavelin-Popov.

Aitutaki’s Koni Raoni: Singing, dancing and over $100,000 for village dreams

Saturday 6 January 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, National, Outer Islands, Weekend

Exclusive to the island of Aitutaki, Koni Raoni translates to ‘dance around’ and involves the host village travelling through the villages on the island, dancing, singing and receiving donations during the Christmas period on Boxing Day and New Year’s Day to raise funds for their respective communities. Melina Etches reports.

Social media superstar Nix Adams rings in the new year in Rarotonga

Saturday 6 January 2024 | Written by Candice Luke | Published in Entertainment, Features

Renowned social media influencer Nix Adams enjoyed a relaxing Cook Islands holiday, focusing on self-care and fitness, while also revealing she got divorced.