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Farewell for Miss Cook Islands

Monday 10 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local

The Miss Cook Islands Association will host a farewell celebration this Saturday for Miss Cook Islands Tajiya Sahay before she departs to resume her tertiary studies in Australia.

Seeking a balance in Mangaia’s traditional land tenure system

Monday 10 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Outer Islands

There has been a lot of debate as to whether the Mangaia land tenure system should be brought under the Land Court Division of the Cook Islands High Court. Mangaia people have been exchanging views on this issue on social media and in public gatherings.

Getting ready to welcome back visitors

Monday 10 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National

In preparation for the bubble opening with New Zealand, Cook Islands Tourism has delivered the Kia Orana Plus Training Programme to over 80 businesses and over 450 employees across Rarotonga and Aitutaki since September 2020.

Cooks ‘off limits’ to Aussies

Monday 10 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy

Australians transiting New Zealand to a third country, including the Cook Islands, are now required to apply for an exemption on compassionate grounds.

Young footballers’ final fight

Saturday 8 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Football, Sports

After a weeklong tournament and questionable weather, the semi-final games in the Cook Islands Youth Football Festival came to an end yesterday.

Big Blueprint tivaevae – a blend of old and new

Saturday 8 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Weekend

The Big Blueprint tivaevae ta’orei – the patchwork style of tivaevae made from 1-inch squares of fabric sewn onto a solid backing – is one of a kind. Its captivating abstract design is intriguing.

The enigmatic ature

Saturday 8 May 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Features, In Depth

Ature are mysterious. They are annual visitors to our islands, where they are caught, shared, and then devoured. But sometimes they don’t make an appearance, and it is not understood why. Journalist Emmanuel Samoglou spoke to fishermen and scientists to learn more about these small, yet revered fish.

From Rarotonga to paradise – a trip of a lifetime

Saturday 8 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Weekend

Seven hundred and forty nautical miles, or 1460 kilometres, and an estimated 96-hour sea voyage away from Rarotonga lies the island of Penrhyn, also known as Tongareva. With a population of approximately 218 people, and an array of uninhabited motu’s (smaller islands) spread out across its lagoons, Penrhyn continues to remain one of Earth’s best kept secrets. Nobby Clark, fisherman and owner of fishing charter boat Marlin Queen, recounts his recent visit to the Northern Group island.

OPINION: Work with TIS ignited a passion to protect environment

Saturday 8 May 2021 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Editorials, Opinion

Former Te Ipukarea Society staff member, Liam Kokaua, shares his experience working for the Society, and his current work in Aotearoa

KATA: Manihiki MP Akaiti Puna

Saturday 8 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion

OPINION: Building upon the Henry Puna dynasty

Saturday 8 May 2021 | Written by Wilkie Rasmussen | Published in Opinion, Tropical Chronicles

There are examples of countries that when their leaders retired, they handed over the top job to their wives. Are we seeing this in the Cook Islands now? By Wilkie Rasmussen

From chips to riches

Saturday 8 May 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National

Hard work and determination have taken Mike Pero from relatively humble beginnings, working in his father’s fish and chip shop, to becoming one of New Zealand’s most successful businessman.

World Health Organisation assisting with mystery virus

Saturday 8 May 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Health, National

Regional health experts have been called in to support Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health with a mystery virus circulating in Rarotonga.

Fix dengue, paramount chief says

Saturday 8 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Growing cases of dengue and a mystery virus casts doubt on Cook Islands health system’s ability to handle serious illnesses including Covid-19, Takitumu chief Pa Marie Ariki says.

Mother’s Day is every day

Friday 7 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Go Local

Being a mum has taught Kopurei (Kopu) Anguna many life lessons. In an interview with senior journalist Melina Etches, she shares her experiences and some tips on how to be a good mother to your children.

Our future inheritance –‘claim it or lose it’

Friday 7 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

We have struggled much, learned much, survived through many different phases of socio-economic changes and though still confronting economic challenges and downturns throughout our traditional, religious and political history, writes Bishop Tutai Pere in this week's Church Talk column.

Doctor and firemen on standby at hot chilli eating contest

Friday 7 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National

The heat was on recently at Vili’s Burger Joint in Matavera for Paul Lynch’s Chilli Eating Competition and Hot Burger Challenge.

Fashion extravaganza planned for Aitutaki

Friday 7 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in National, Outer Islands

Aspiring and established fashion designers from Aitutaki and Rarotonga are being encouraged to share their creations in the first Aitutaki Fashion Extravaganza.