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Ngamaru Henry Ariki’s final journey home

Wednesday 14 April 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands

The island of Atiu awaits the return of their late chief, Ngamaru Henry Ariki, who passed away recently.

Mike Pero parks Pasifika Air. For now

Wednesday 14 April 2021 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National

Continued uncertainty over quarantine-free travel between New Zealand and the Cook Islands has forced businessman Mike Pero to halt plans for his airline, Pasifika Air.

Government initiative aims to enhance public spaces

Wednesday 14 April 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

A new partnership between the Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) and Cook Islands Tourism is set to enhance national public spaces for the benefit of locals and tourists alike.

Many help Aitutaki’s Volunteer Fire Brigade

Wednesday 14 April 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands

The Aitutaki Volunteer Fire Brigade members are pleased with and proud of the administration and storage block extensions to their fire station.

Concerns over child left alone outside bar

Wednesday 14 April 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National

An organisation dedicated to keeping women and children safe, members of the public and police are concerned with an incident outside a bar in Avarua where a sleeping infant was left alone in a locked car.

Paddling in paradise

Tuesday 13 April 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Sports

It was a perfect Saturday for the Aitutaki Oe Vaka Corporate Races with the sun shining on clear waters of different hues of blue at the Aitutaki Lagoon Private Island Resort, with stunning lagoon views.

Taea, Piri win top sports awards

Tuesday 13 April 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Other Sports, Sports

Twenty-two awards were given to athletes, officials and teams at the annual Cook Islands Sports Awards over the weekend

OPINION: Demos keeping it slow and steady on seabed mining

Tuesday 13 April 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion

"Keeping our position fluid certainly does not translate to a full-blown agreement with how the government is proceeding with its seabed mining exploration and potential mining," writes Democratic Party Opposition Leader Tina Pupuke Browne.

KATA: Wearing a helmet on a hot day

Tuesday 13 April 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion

Island’s beauty inspires exciting photo career

Tuesday 13 April 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National

Malia Photography began simply as an Instagram page but soon turned into an exciting business venture for a talented local photographer.

Dog Registration and Animal Control Committee established

Tuesday 13 April 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

The Dog Registration and Animal Control Committee was formed in early April following a multi-partner workshop to discuss the dog management issue on Rarotonga.

Broken crane slows cargo unloading process

Tuesday 13 April 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National

Much needed rice has been stuck in ship containers because of a broken crane on Rarotonga’s latest ship arrival.

Govt must reveal Covid-19 vaccine details: Opposition

Tuesday 13 April 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Health, National

People need reassurance on the Covid-19 vaccine and exactly when it will begin rolling out, says the Opposition party.

Akaiti Puna named CIP candidate

Tuesday 13 April 2021 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National, Politics

It will be a three-way battle in the upcoming by-election for the Manihiki seat left vacant following the resignation of former prime minister Henry Puna.

Service with a smile in Aitutaki

Tuesday 13 April 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands

Roadside stalls help Aitutaki vendors sell their specialty items.

007 wins Mixed Touch title

Monday 12 April 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby

It was fast touch action down at the Nikao Field last Wednesday with the Cook Islands Vodafone Mixed Touch Finals and a night for drop offs.

OPINION: ‘Any day above ground is a good one’

Monday 12 April 2021 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion

They say time waits for no man, but it stands still for a woman of 40. By Ruta Mave.

KATA: Investigation at National Environment Service

Monday 12 April 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion