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LETTER: Te Mato Vai - Dealing with ‘shoddy’ pipework

Friday 20 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

"So tragic and so avoidable ... a water system, especially in a climate where winter frost protection isn’t a problem, is a simple thing. With materials meeting the standards of Canada, the USA, etc., a domestic water distribution system should require little to no significant maintenance for 50 years or more."

Letters to the Editor


Trip of a lifetime to outer islands

Friday 20 November 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in National, Outer Islands

Nine months ago, French national Pauline Belliard moved to Rarotonga to live and work. Today she returns to New Zealand, but before saying goodbye to the Cook Islands, Belliard was one of the first group of passengers who got to travel to and discover more about four of the Southern Pa Enua.

National


Pa Enua building project embroiled in controversy

Friday 20 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Outer Islands

Allegations of conflict of interest and misuse of public funds are the basis of a public complaint over the tendering process for the construction of cyclone shelters on the northern group island of Penrhyn.

National

Gifts arrive for new chief in advance of investiture

Friday 20 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Historic moment today as nation to witness the akamarokura’anga of Makea Vakatini Phillip Ngamatoa Ariki, which will be held at the Taurangamanu Vakatini Palace grounds at Tupapa on Friday.

Local


False alarm: PM clarifies returnees won’t require quarantine on arrival

Friday 20 November 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Health, National

Supervised quarantine will not be reinstated for passengers arriving on today’s flight following confirmation that the first Covid-19 case in Samoa was not a New Zealand case of community transmission.

Health


Local resort group wins big at travel industry's "Oscars"

Friday 20 November 2020 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, National

A Cook Islands luxury and boutique beachfront resort group has claimed five continental and local titles in the World Travel Awards 2020.

Economy


Mask wearing strategy to be considered: PM

Friday 20 November 2020 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in

Prime Minister Mark Brown has directed officials to prepare a mask wearing strategy for Cabinet to consider in the near future as part of the nation's Covid-19 preparedness.


Holmes inspires upset win

Thursday 19 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Queensland Maroons hold off late NSW Blues surge to win 20-14 in Brisbane. Valentine Holmes, who has maternal links to Cook Islands, scored the opening try in the final leg of State of Origin series

Rugby league


THE PACIFIC WAY: Easy eating with this locally-sourced breakfast

Thursday 19 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Features, Food

This traditional Cook Islands breakfast with locally sourced products is an enjoyable and fun-flavoured start for the day. By Mereana Hutchinson.

Features


PM Brown says keep moving and eat sensibly

Thursday 19 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National

Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are the biggest killers of our people, according to Prime Minister Mark Brown. He wants to encourage everyone to work together and put their efforts into combating NCDs. “We’ve had 67 people pass away from January to October, and 50 of those deaths were from NCDs,” Brown said. “For men there are […]

Health


Changing the face of men’s health: Growing ‘mos’ to save bros

Thursday 19 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National

A significant increase in the number of men getting their health checked is a positive sign they are taking seriously the men’s health campaign message – “Get yourself checked”. George George, a driver of the “Movember” movement, says Dr Rangiau Fariu is striving to keep up with the appointments. “It is good to see and […]

Health


Family of boy lost at sea continues to wait for Government to communicate

Thursday 19 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

The family of a young boy who went missing at sea 14 months ago is still waiting to hear from police and the Ministry of Transport “about where things are at.” Relative Puna Vano said: “All we’ve had is a wall of silence.” Vano was an uncle to little Lapana Tupou who went missing onboard […]

Local

Grassroots celebrations in Round 15 of football competition

Wednesday 18 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

The Grassroots Division of footballers comprised of the under 7 mix, under 9 mix and under 12 mix will take the field this afternoon for the last round of games for the Prime Foods Round Cup Competition before the Knockout Cup kicks off next week. Following today’s matches there will be a trophy presentation for […]

Football


For one Mitiaro couple, Home is where the heart is

Wednesday 18 November 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Features, Go Local

Since she was a little girl Mitiaro/Nukuroa has always been where Cindyanna Abraham’s heart is. And when you’re a guest at her and her husband Junior’s Divine Retreat, her hope is that you feel like you’re at home too.

Features


Papua Vai Marere: A place for the community to enjoy

Wednesday 18 November 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local, National

People are being encouraged to head up to Papua Vai Marere, commonly known as Wigmore’s Waterfall and check out the new picnic area. Landholdings created the space at the waterfall for all in the community to enjoy. Crystal Lam from GHD said they also went the extra mile to put a nib kerb in to […]

Local


Covid-19 tests on low supply

Wednesday 18 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Health, National

Health officials say a global shortage of Covid-19 testing equipment has affected their ability to receive new supplies, but a new testing lab slated for completion in the next few months will improve capabilities.

Health


Vaccine before visitors, ANZ Bank analyst says

Wednesday 18 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National

Stable finances and positive signs with the development of a potential Covid-19 vaccine is leading at least one analyst to suggest there should be no rush to open borders to international tourists.

Economy


Marumaru Atua returns to Rarotonga

Wednesday 18 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Vaka Marumaru Atua returned to Rarotonga yesterday to a warm welcome after a two-day long voyage from the outer island of Aitutaki.

Local


Businesses on board with CookSafe

Wednesday 18 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National

Business people around Rarotonga are urged to contact the Private Sector Taskforce CookSafe team if they are having issues with their CookSafe contact-tracing system scanner.

Health


A tribute to people and places wins Moana Oceania Award

Wednesday 18 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National

An obsession with genealogies, and wanting to know where people are from and how they are connected has led to a prestigious award for Emma Powell. Losirene Lacanivalu reports.  Aotearoa born Cook Islander Emma Ngakuraevaru Powell has been awarded the Moana Oceania Award for the 2020 Early Career Researchers ataata video competition. Powell is currently […]

Local


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