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‘International flavour’ at Cook Islands Red Cross fundraising ball
Wednesday 3 May 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
The Cook Islands Red Cross fundraising ball this Friday night at Tamarind House in Tupapa will have an international flavour to it on three counts.
Archrivals Titikaveka, Avatiu remain unbeaten in premier grade
Wednesday 3 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Netball, Sports
Giants Titikaveka and Avatiu premier teams remain unbeaten after week three matches in the Rarotonga Netball Club Competition.
Cook Islands women’s team to compete in T20 World Cup qualifier
Wednesday 3 May 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Cricket, Sports
After a successful campaign in the men’s T20 World Cup qualifier last year, it is now the turn of the Cook Islands women’s cricket team to travel overseas and compete on an international stage.
Cook Islands docufilm bags more international awards
Wednesday 3 May 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Entertainment, National
A film about renowned Cook Islands artist Mike Tavioni has been winning awards at festivals abroad, with its director calling on for more support for Cook Islands artists.
Sir Tom and Lady Tuaine Marsters to attend King Charles’ coronation
Wednesday 3 May 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National
The Cook Islands will be represented by the King’s Representative Sir Tom Marsters and Lady Tuaine Masters at the King’s Coronation this week.
Old makes way for new as Raro retailer expands
Wednesday 3 May 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Business, National
A Rarotonga retailer is pressing forward with a development worth close to $1 million.
Strong opposition to vaping
Wednesday 3 May 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Health, National
Calls to restrict or ban access to e-cigarettes or ‘vaping products’ in the Cook Islands have intensified, as Australia announces major restrictions on the products.
Ministry of Cultural Development addresses eligibility concerns
Wednesday 3 May 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
Tauranga Vananga Ministry of Cultural Development has acknowledged and addressed the issues raised in regards to the acceptance of late registrations, overseas applications and eligibility criteria for the upcoming Te Mire Ura senior dance competition.
‘Sounds of the drum beats makes me want to get up and dance’
Wednesday 3 May 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
Inspired by the theme “Te au Manu Puapinga o toku Matakeinanga/enua – The important animals and birds of my tribe/island”, Ngatupuna Kae has signed up for Te Mire Ura seniors competition to be held tomorrow night at the National Auditorium.
Cook Islands Triathlon prepares for ‘big week of events’
Tuesday 2 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports, Triathlon
The Cook Islands Triathlon Association is looking forward to a big week of events which surround the annual Air New Zealand Rarotonga Triathlon to be held this Saturday.
‘Never say die’ attitude puts Panthers into final
Tuesday 2 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
An inspiring half time talk from coach Darren Piri saw defending champions Tupapa Panthers get their act together to outmuscle Avatiu Nikao Eels for a spot in next weekend’s final.
Nui Rarotonga for pregnant mothers
Tuesday 2 May 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National
Pregnant women can prepare better for their new babies thanks to the new Pregnancy Care Centre ‘Nui Rarotonga’ – a free community-based course focused on empowering women with knowledge and support about pregnancy, birth and baby’s arrival.
Transforming Cook Islands’ government, business, education, and health sectors using AI
Tuesday 2 May 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion
Artificial intelligence (AI) presents an opportunity to enhance the economic and social well-being of the Cook Islands’ communities. Large Language Models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT are cutting-edge AI technologies that offer tremendous potential for organisations across various sectors, writes Tata Crocombe.
‘Soldier Search Mission’ successful in locating 43 World War I graves
Tuesday 2 May 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands
One hundred and eleven (111) Mangaia-born soldiers were enlisted in the First World War (WWI), according to the Cook Islands WWI New Zealand Expeditionary Force (NZEF) ANZAC Soldiers Research Project. The Soldiers Research Project team have now located and documented 43 of the 45 Cook Islands WWI soldiers’ graves and headstones on the island of Mangaia.
Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting to be held in November
Tuesday 2 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Pacific Islands Forum, Politics, Regional
The date for the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting (PILFM) in the Cook Islands has been confirmed. The 52nd Forum Meeting, held in the Cook Islands for the first time since 2012, will take place between November 6 to 10.
PM Brown discusses sustainable long-term development partnership with South Korean counterpart
Tuesday 2 May 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National, Politics
Prime Minister Mark Brown is in South Korea this week, as part of his engagements with the Asian Development Bank.
Chief Justice, Crown share concerns around attempted rape case
Tuesday 2 May 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National
A Chief Justice and Crown lawyer have both expressed concerns about the amount of time a man accused of attempted rape has spent in custody.
Apii Avarua juniors happy to be back at school
Tuesday 2 May 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
After two weeks of school holidays, students across the Cook Islands were back in the classrooms for the start of term two studies yesterday.
Ambitious environment project aims to improve land, air and sea in Cook Islands
Tuesday 2 May 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Environment, National
An ambitious multi-million dollar six-year environment project aimed at reducing and mitigating environmental impacts of key development sectors in the Cook Islands will be launched on Rarotonga.
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