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Record rise in Covid cases

Monday 28 February 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National

Three schools – Te Uki Ou, Tereora College and Nikao Maori – will be closed today after ‘at least one new positive Covid-19 case each’ have been identified at these schools yesterday.

Panthers face spirited Bears

Saturday 26 February 2022 | Written by Sian Solomon | Published in Rugby league, Sports

The third round of the Cook Islands Rugby League domestic 13s competition will see two big clashes in the premier men’s division this afternoon. Defending champions Tupapa Panthers will take Arorangi Bears at Victoria Park while Avatiu Nikao Eels will play Ngatangiia Matavera Sea Eagles at Nukupure Park. Both matches will kick off at 5pm. […]

Raro visitors ready to roll Covid-19 dice

Saturday 26 February 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National, Tourism

Some tourists planning a trip to the Cook Islands are unaware of the risks associated with Covid-19 - which includes bearing isolation costs if they test positive while on holiday here – while others are prepared to roll the dice.

Baudinet misses out on world ranking

Saturday 26 February 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Sports, Tennis

So close, yet so far for Cook Islands tennis star Brett Baudinet who this week became the country’s first male tennis player to play in an International Tennis Federation Men’s Professional Tennis Event.

Cook Islands farewell police patrol boat Te Kukupa

Friday 25 February 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National

There were emotional and humorous moments at Avatiu Harbour as Te Kukupa was officially farewelled by friends, family, crew and dignitaries on Friday.

Pioneering and developing tourism in the Cook Islands

Friday 25 February 2022 | Written by Sian Solomon | Published in Features, Go Local

After contributing to the tourism industry and wider community for more than 50 years, Christchurch-born Des Eggelton has earned his retirement along with a few beers.

Passion for language and people

Friday 25 February 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Weekend

Cook Islands broadcaster Tauraki Rongo is determined, and wants to ensure that young Cook Islanders know their identity and culture, take pride in their heritage, and how they connect to the land.

LETTERS: Seabed minerals exploration

Friday 25 February 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, seabed mining announcements for the three companies, followed by a glamorous signing ceremony, all smiles and accolades by PM Mark Brown.

Never before has the word become so weaponised

Friday 25 February 2022 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in On the Street, Opinion

Listening to the flurry of news reports on the invasion of the sovereign country Ukraine by President Putin and his army, I couldn’t help but notice the comparison between other narratives of tyranny, nazification and the weaponisation of words like freedom fighters around us today.

Cooks confirm first Covid-19 community case

Friday 25 February 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Health, National

Cook Islands has today confirmed its first community case of Covid-19, bringing the total number of positive cases to nine.

How one tweet got Tonga 50 satellite terminals

Friday 25 February 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Regional, Tonga

When the Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai underwater volcano erupted in Tonga on January 15, it caused a communications blackout that left the country without internet and no international phone service.

Russia-Ukraine conflict to impact Pacific economies - USP academic

Friday 25 February 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional

The invasion of Ukraine is likely to have a signficant impact on the Pacific, warns a senior USP academic.

Kata: Russian Imperialism

Friday 25 February 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

On a mission to preserve Cook Islands culture

Friday 25 February 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Go Local

The Intangible Cultural Heritage workshop participants now feel “more confident” to train field workers in the collection and recording of living documentaries focusing on the Cook Islands peu karioi (performing arts).

Public bid final farewell to police vessel

Friday 25 February 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National

Members of the public got the opportunity to get up close to Te Kukupa at Avatiu Harbour for one last time on Thursday as she prepares to say farewell to the Cook Islands for good.

Cooks’ first Covid-19 case leaves isolation

Friday 25 February 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Health, National

The active number of Covid-19 cases in Rarotonga now stands at seven after the first positive case finished her 10-day isolation period this week.

Panthers wary of Bears attack

Friday 25 February 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Table toppers Lady Panthers will be without two key players when they host the Lady Bears this afternoon at Victoria Park.

LETTERS: Promoting Te reo Maori

Friday 25 February 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, the articles ‘Lost in translation’ and ‘Te Karere turns 40’ are examples of people wanting to work to increase the profile and involvement of Maori language in communities outside of the country.

Survey to help policymakers better understand Pasifika LGBTQ+ community

Thursday 24 February 2022 | Written by Sian Solomon | Published in Regional

For Aotearoa to be inclusive, it needs to acknowledge the issues faced by the Pasifika rainbow community who is greatly overlooked, says a senior Pacific academic.

Cook Islands govt extends wage subsidy

Thursday 24 February 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional

The Cook Island government has extended the wage subsidy for March as businesses feel the pinch due to an underwhelming number of New Zealand tourists.