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Cooks’ statecraft skills sharpened

Monday 17 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

Government officials are receiving training to enhance the country’s negotiating and diplomacy capabilities.

Muri lagoon tour operators ready for visitors

Monday 17 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National

Once known as ‘tourist central’, Muri Beach became a ghost town during the pandemic with no snorkellers or sun tanners to be seen. That will change in the coming weeks with the travel bubble opening with NZ.

Welcome back to paradise

Monday 17 May 2021 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National

Five staff to one guest is likely the ratio that is going to welcome tourists who arrive into Rarotonga on the first travel bubble flight from Auckland this afternoon.

Using badminton to instil core values

Saturday 15 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Badminton, Sports

A local mother-son pair are paving way for development of badminton in the Cook Islands.

Historic win for Bulldogs

Saturday 15 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Lady Bulldogs claimed the women’s rugby league title in a thrilling final that went down to the wire at the National Stadium in Nikao last night.

Dancing his way to the top

Saturday 15 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Weekend

A new male champion was crowned at the senior dance competition while the dazzling Ambushia Mateariki retained the Female Dancer of the Year title at the lively event on Thursday night.

Carving a life in stone

Saturday 15 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Art, Features

Deeply respectful of the richness of Polynesian culture, a Rarotonga-based French stone carver feels his talent is his way of showing respect and adoration for the island which has not only become his new home but has given him a fresh lens on life.

Fit for a Queen: Cook Islands art in the Royal Collection

Saturday 15 May 2021 | Written by Rod Dixon | Published in Art, Features

With the recent passing of Prince Philip, we wondered what official gifts had been presented to Queen Elizabeth II, her consort, and other royals during their Cook Islands visits. This is what we found. By Jean Tekura Mason and Rod Dixon.

OPINION: Looking beyond the smoke and mirrors

Saturday 15 May 2021 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion

In a time when there is so much information, sometimes it is difficult to decide what is true and what is not, writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.

OPINION: Permaculture means ‘Less fires, more composting and a chemical free garden’

Saturday 15 May 2021 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Editorials, Opinion

Rarotonga’s first ever permaculture classes have been running since the beginning of March, at the Permaculture Centre in Nikao. By Te Ipukarea Society.

KATA: Water treatment woes

Saturday 15 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion

LETTER: Find another way to get clean water

Saturday 15 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

"We must find another way to get clean water to our people," a reader writes in response to the ongoing issue of disposal of water treatment waste and byproducts.

Cautious optimism as country starts ‘journey of recovery’

Saturday 15 May 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National

The Cook Islands will embark on a long and uncertain path towards economic recovery on Monday when it welcomes its first visitors in over 14 months. Uncertainty and challenging days await the tourism sector, and the same goes for the government, which relies on their success to keep the country functioning.

Champion dancing for pride and passion

Saturday 15 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National

The Mire Ura 2021 senior girls dance champion Ambushia Mateariki said she was dancing for ‘Pride’ and passion on Thursday night.

Covid-19 support for businesses to end in June

Saturday 15 May 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National

Financial support for the private sector during the Covid-19 pandemic winds down at the end of next month, however government says further assistance could be made available in the event of another border closure.

Bring it on, league rivals say in advance of big match

Friday 14 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Patricia Taea and Maruia Willie share a hearty laugh as they wish each other well for today’s Raro Cars Rugby League Competition women’s final at the National Stadium in Nikao.

LETTER: Police curfew checks

Friday 14 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

"Being reasonable and considerate is not a weakness, but a sign of respect and confidence in our people. They in turn will support their Police."