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‘Thank you for your kindness’
Thursday 7 January 2021 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local, National
Organisers of the Brotree initiative were overwhelmed by the generosity shown by the community for Arorangi Prison inmates.
Rarotonga’s electricity agency appoints first female head
Thursday 7 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
The local electricity agency has announced its new chief executive officer.
No extra subsidy for barge operator
Thursday 7 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, Local, National
Following protests by a rival shipping company, government will not be paying a contentious subsidy to Cook Islands General Transport to assist with its recent acquisition of a barge.
‘New Covid strain, no problem’
Thursday 7 January 2021 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Health, National
Cook Islands authorities remain adamant that the risk of Cook Islanders traveling to New Zealand contracting coronavirus is low, despite a new variant of the virus, known as B.1.1.7 that has forced the UK into its third lockdown, arriving in New Zealand.
Maritime Cook Islands mulls over investigating stabbing incident
Thursday 7 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Maritime Cook Islands will decide whether or not to investigate a stabbing incident that occurred on board a Cook Islands registered vessel.
Eleven teams for League Nines
Wednesday 6 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Four women’s and seven men’s teams will take part in this weekend’s League Nines in Paradise 2021.
LETTERS: Covid-free Cooks travellers at ‘risk’ & the health of Muri lagoon
Wednesday 6 January 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Letter writers and online comments weigh in on covid-19 travel between Cook Islands and NZ, and Muri Lagoon - one of the "crown jewels" of Rarotonga.
The $150k dance
Wednesday 6 January 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands
The Aitutaki koni raoni (dance around) combined fundraising event for the villages of Vaipae and Vaipeka has raised over $150,000.
Riding into 2021 in style!
Wednesday 6 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
These youngsters were headed to the Avana jetty for a swim to cool off from the heat after helping out with picking up rubbish at home.
Public Service Commissioner clarifies Health appointment
Wednesday 6 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
The Public Service Commissioner will finalise the top Health Ministry role by the end of this month
Holidays with the horses
Wednesday 6 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Island youth were given a treat over the holidays when they had a chance to spend some time with Rarotonga’s three horses at Avana harbour.
Poor water quality in Muri lagoon persists
Wednesday 6 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Environment, National
Poor water quality continues to affect the lagoon as the seasonal weather conditions that led to the deterioration continue to persist.
Barge to leave for third trip to Tongareva
Wednesday 6 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Outer Islands
MV Taunga Nui has been to the northern group island of Penrhyn twice after arriving in the country in November.
Inclusion for all members of our society
Tuesday 5 January 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Go Local
Parents and families of children/adults with disabilities or genetic conditions have battled for some time for their loved ones to be included and accepted in society.
OPINION: Life doesn’t have to be perfect to be wonderful
Tuesday 5 January 2021 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Looking forward to 2021, the Cook Islands could be so much more than we are, because we are smarter than we give ourselves or are given credit for, Ruta Tangiiau Mave writes.
MP's planting project brightens up lives
Tuesday 5 January 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The once bare looking Constitution Park grounds now have beautiful bursts of colour and vitality with plants and fruit trees lining the road side border to beautify the area.
End of an era for Muri beach landmark
Tuesday 5 January 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
After 32 years of operating Sails Restaurant on Muri beach, the Tierney family have announced the closure of the restaurant and look forward to a well-deserved change of pace.
Pasifika Air looking to spread its wings
Tuesday 5 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, National
Pasifika Air’s website is advertising three flights a week from Wellington and Christchurch to the Cook Islands’ capital Rarotonga.
Positive start to 2021, police say
Tuesday 5 January 2021 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Crime, National
Police are encouraged by the generally peaceful conduct around the island and further seek everyone’s continued help to reduce speed and keep the roads safe.
The unforgettable sporting moments of 2020
Saturday 2 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Other Sports, Sports
Despite cancellations of several sporting events due to Covid-19, there were plenty memories made on and off the field in 2020.
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