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Hosking-Ashford wants a second bite at the cherry
Monday 5 December 2022 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Politics
Democratic Party candidate and businesswoman Davina Hosking-Ashford says her challenge in joining politics was understanding the political platform.
Authenticity of culture promoted in tourism industry questioned
Monday 5 December 2022 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Culture, National
Businesswoman and cultural expert Jackie Tuara questioned the authenticity of the Cook Islands culture being promoted in the tourism industry.
18 months’ probation sentence for ‘repeated domestic violence’
Monday 5 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National
A man charged with assaulting his wife and child was told he was on the threshold of going to jail before sentencing.
Navigating new opportunities for Cook Islands tourism
Saturday 3 December 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Business, Economy, National, Tourism
The announcement of direct flights between the Cook Islands and Honolulu and Cook Islands and Sydney has been welcome news for tourism operators wondering what their future held.
Get on the bus!
Saturday 3 December 2022 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Environment, Local, National
Rarotonga and Aitutaki probably have among the highest numbers of motor vehicles per person in the world, meaning we are likely to produce among the most greenhouse gas emissions per person from motor vehicles.
High Commissioner’s term ends
Saturday 3 December 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, National, Politics
Elizabeth Wright-Koteka has finished her term as the Cook Islands High Commissioner to New Zealand, and will return to Rarotonga today.
Aotearoa Art Fair: A celebration of Pacific art
Saturday 3 December 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Art, Culture, Features, National
There’s a particular moment when a decision is made to purchase a piece of art. It can begin with a glance, a connection between the viewer and the work that invites a closer look. It can develop over time, an emotion evoked by the image and its story. Then there is the decision itself, the joy in knowing that this piece of art will be present to view every day. Such are the moments that mark the Aotearoa Art Fair, writes Rachel Smith.
Cook Islands supports bid for tighter restrictions on sharks
Saturday 3 December 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Environment, National, Regional
Cook Islands supports the United States of America and Canada’s proposal to ban longliners using shark lines and wire leaders in the Western and Central Pacific Ocean in a bid to save critically endangered shark species.
Retiring Judge keeps Cooks on the books
Saturday 3 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Features, In Depth, Local, National
Justice Colin Doherty has a professional relationship with the Cook Islands which stretches back more than ten years. He balances work here with numerous responsibilities in New Zealand, including chairing the Independent Police Conduct Authority. He plans to hang up his gown and spend more time fishing when he turns 70 early next year . . . but has no plans to give up his gig here. In fact, he’s just been married here.
Motu2Motu draws impressive numbers of internationals
Saturday 3 December 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Paddling, Sports
One hundred and sixty-eight (168) international Oe Vaka paddlers and spectators from around the globe have made the pilgrimage to Aitutaki, to paddle in arguably the world’s most picturesque paddling event.
Four jailed following execution of large cannabis bust on Aitutaki
Saturday 3 December 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, Crime, National
Four men charged in connection with a cannabis bust on Aitutaki early this year have been jailed.
Renowned Tumu Korero passes away
Saturday 3 December 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Local, National
Taunga, Tumu Korero, orator of Cook Islands language and culture, Taraeka George Paniani fondly known as “Captain Gee” on Radio Cook Islands, passed away on Thursday, December 1 at Rarotonga hospital.
Calls for change to Constitution after petition delays Parliament schedule
Saturday 3 December 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, National, Politics
Opposition and the Government are calling for a change to the Constitution to allow for Parliament to sit while electoral petitions are still being heard.
Tuna industry calls for harvest strategy - ‘Keep stocks in the green’
Saturday 3 December 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Environment, National, Regional
The tuna industry’s major players are calling for a more science-based approach to improve decision-making on management and conservation for skipjack tuna fisheries.
‘Give us the respect and dignity you want for yourself’
Saturday 3 December 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Dancing away wearing their hearts on their sleeves, persons with disabilities joyfully celebrated the “International Day of Persons with Disabilities” to the sweet sounds of local band Harry and Tina Tumupu.
Rotaract Rarotonga plans ‘entertaining’ annual Xmas event
Saturday 3 December 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Entertainment, Local, National
The 2022 Rotaract Christmas in the Park event promises to be fun-filled family entertainment.
Do or die battles in football
Saturday 3 December 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The 2022 Rarotonga football season will today enter knockout eliminations where two venues will host unpredictable thrillers that will decide teams who will live to fight another day.
Cook Islands Fijian Association head to step down
Saturday 3 December 2022 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Roana Mataitini will be stepping down as the president of the Cook Islands Fijian Association at this year’s Annual General Meeting (AGM).
Jail term for conspiring to sell cannabis
Friday 2 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National
A man caught up in a massive cannabis bust involving more than $100,000 in transactions and multiple people has been given nearly two years’ jail.
LETTER TO EDITOR: History behind Kimiangatau’s founding
Friday 2 December 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, While it’s good to get new local programmes on CITV, it is not good practice to source material from just one person and not do any cross-checking.
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