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Local charter vessels get detention notices
Tuesday 20 July 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Two charter fishing vessels were issued with “detention notices” due to the considerable amount of deterioration, corrosion, and structural damage, during an inspection last month.
Lawyer Rasmussen pleads guilty
Tuesday 20 July 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Crime, National
Former Cabinet minister Wilkie Rasmussen has entered a guilty plea to attempting to pervert the course of justice.
Two new dengue cases
Tuesday 20 July 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Health, National
Two probable cases of dengue fever have been reported in Rarotonga in the past week bringing the total hospitalisations to 60 during the past six months.
Fish shortage ‘worst it’s ever been’
Tuesday 20 July 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National
Fishing boats are coming back mostly empty, some of the people affected say it’s normal while others say it’s the worst it’s ever been.
Tupapa Panthers extend rugby lead
Monday 19 July 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Tupapa Panthers maintained their unbeaten form in the Rarotonga Club 15s competition overcoming Avatiu Nikao Eels over the weekend.
RUTA MAVE: Monkey see, monkey do
Monday 19 July 2021 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Opinion
The more we plead poverty the more we sit with our hands in our laps looking mournful like a Labrador dog, the more we lose our self-drive, pride, mana and self-identity.
Growers put pawpaw in the ground hoping it’s in the sky in nine months
Monday 19 July 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Features, Go Local
Pawpaw growers are looking to form a cooperative but plenty of work is still needed to be done to get the fruit in New Zealand supermarkets.
Rongomatane Ariki investiture underway
Monday 19 July 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
The people of Atiu gather again today for the akamarokura’anga (investiture) of Nicholas Paenui Te-iti Nicholls as Rongomatane Ariki.
Quarantine and Covid-19 free attract Kiwi tourists
Monday 19 July 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National
Kiwi tourists are embracing quarantine and Covid-19 free travel with the Cook Islands, early indicators show.
Government watching uptick in marine traffic
Monday 19 July 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Outer Islands
Officials are keeping a close watch on the nation’s borders as marine traffic picks up within the Cook Islands exclusive economic zone.
Rest in peace – hunting predatory taramea
Monday 19 July 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Environment, National
A team of Ministry of Marine Resources (MMR) employees, volunteer freedivers and a representative from the Proprietors of Manuae Incorporated (PMI) has just returned from a crown-of-thorns starfish (taramea) removal expedition to the uninhabited island of Manuae.
Growing a healthy and sustainable future
Saturday 17 July 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Young gardeners from 10 primary schools around Rarotonga will come together at the end of this month to sell fresh produce they have grown in their own school gardens. Alana Musselle reports.
Ngamaru Ariki invested
Friday 16 July 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands
Hundreds gathered on the island of Atiu on Friday, to witness the akamarokura'anga (investiture) of 25-year-old Tupuna Moeroa Ngamaru as Ngamaru Tupuna Ariki, in the second ceremony for the same title. By Melina Etches.
Whale washes up dead on Muri Beach
Friday 16 July 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
The carcass of a dead beaked whale was found on Muri Beach last week, and researchers say it most likely died from natural causes. Alana Musselle reports.
Fireworks expected in rugby clash
Friday 16 July 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The Swamp at Avatiu will see a range of talent on display today as it hosts the weekly rugby union club games. The big game of the day kicking off at 4pm will be between the reigning champions Tupapa Panthers and host Avatiu Nikao Eels. Alana Musselle reports.
Youngsters impress at tennis meet
Friday 16 July 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Sports
Apii Nikao and Avarua dominated the Rarotonga Primary Schools Mini Tennis tournament held at the National Sports Arena yesterday, reports Melina Etches.
The gift of faith - St. Joseph's celebrates 125 years
Friday 16 July 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Features, Weekend
St Joseph’s Primary School in Avarua celebrated 125 years this week. Al Williams delves into the school archives, talking to former students and teachers who attended celebrations.
Aspiring artist paints her own path
Friday 16 July 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Art, Features
An eighteen-year-old aspiring artist has used her love of drawing and art to create her own business, painting henna designs as well as commissioning her own paintings to make a living for herself through creative expression. Alana Musselle reports.
Pushing your limits in paradise
Friday 16 July 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Weekend
Riding on the success of last year’s Cook Islands Games, Aitutaki-based Dani Adendorff recognises the potential to maintain that momentum and extend the reach of the growing weightlifting fitness revolution to the Pa Enua. By Melina Etches.
Gaining organic certification
Friday 16 July 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, In Depth
New organic certification mechanisms are needed to make the costs worth the benefits. By Monica Evans of Global Landscapes Forum.
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