Promoted

Paramount chief described as ‘extraordinary character’

Monday 22 November 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

Pukapuka Pakitonga Tetio Paulo Iti has been remembered as man who had “passion” for people.

Covid-19 outbreak harm to be determined by vax level: TMO

Monday 22 November 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Health, National

A report complied by three infectious disease modellers from New Zealand, concludes that the harm an outbreak of Covid-19 will cause in the Cook Islands, will be directly determined by the level to which the entire population is vaccinated against the virus. By Derek Fox.

Series decider!

Saturday 20 November 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

The power of Tokouso forwards and speed of the Tabusoro backline will headline the Vodafone – Tri Nations 15 Championship finale this afternoon at Raemaru Park in Arorangi.

Tupapa to take on Titikaveka

Saturday 20 November 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

The soldiers in blue, Titikaveka, will take on the mighty black and white Tupapa Maraerenga in the feature premier men’s match this afternoon.

Local designer creates, expands fashion brand

Saturday 20 November 2021 | Written by Sian Solomon | Published in Features

With a number of businesses waiting on the border to reopen, one local designer is making the most of the slump, by expanding on her very own fashion brand.

KATA: Tree maintenance

Saturday 20 November 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion

Questions on seabed exploration applications

Saturday 20 November 2021 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Opinion

For those of us who wish to dive a little deeper into the seabed exploration applications looking for answers to some obvious questions, it appears this will not be possible. We are currently not able to access the entire application from each company, for reasons of commercial sensitivity.

Tensions high at superfund meeting

Saturday 20 November 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National

Tensions were high at the Cook Islands National Superannuation Fund meeting on Wednesday night as some members voiced frustration that they would lose money from their New Zealand pension.

‘Threatened’ coconut crabs on the menu at $175 a pop

Saturday 20 November 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Environment, National

A seasoned fisherman fears coconut crab population will be decimated if commercial operations continue profiteering from their trade.

Vaccine sceptics in PNG parliament asked to shut up

Friday 19 November 2021 | Written by RNZ | Published in Papua New Guinea, Regional

Papua New Guinea's government is under pressure to strengthen its message about Covid-19 vaccination, and MPs who spread baseless claims about vaccine efficacy have been asked to shut up.

Vanuatu backs Kanak call to delay vote on independence in New Caledonia

Friday 19 November 2021 | Written by RNZ | Published in Regional, Vanuatu

Vanuatu's leader is formally supporting the demand of Kanaks in New Caledonia for a delay in the referendum on independence.

KATA: Environment service

Friday 19 November 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion

LETTERS: It’s better to be safe than sorry

Friday 19 November 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Letters for Friday November 19, 2021

KATA: The war on COVID-19

Thursday 18 November 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion

Between a rock and a hard place

Thursday 18 November 2021 | Written by Te Tuhi Kelly | Published in Opinion

There are no bad employees, just bad employers, because if there were bad employees or potentially bad employees, they should have been filtered out with a proper pre-employment process and would not have been considered for employment.

A celebration of hard work and achievement

Thursday 18 November 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Features

Tereora College celebrated the success and academic achievements of their student body yesterday at the National Auditorium.

Beach Games to return in 2022

Thursday 18 November 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Other Sports, Sports

Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee this week announced that the Cook Islands Beach Games will be returning to Rarotonga next year after proving to be one of the biggest sporting events of 2020 during border closures.

Ulberg joins Championship club Broncos

Thursday 18 November 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Cook Islands international Paul Ulberg has joined London Broncos for the 2022 Championship season.

Matavera set to battle Nikao Sokattak

Thursday 18 November 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

More epic battles, at CIFA Complex in Matavera, are set for this mid-week. A match between adored Nikao Sokattak FC and the ever improving Matavera FC, in the Islander Hotel women’s division is bound to be a gripping game to watch this afternoon.