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Matu rori – the best tasting spaghetti from the sea

Thursday 7 January 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Food

The fatty spaghetti-like tissue inside the sea cucumber is a Cook Islands delicacy, writes Mereana Hutchinson.

Features


‘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.

Local


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.

Local


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.

Economy


‘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.

Health


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.

Crime

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.

Rugby league


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.

Letters to the Editor


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.

National


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.

Local


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

Health


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.

Local


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.

Environment


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.

National


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.

Features


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.

Editorials


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.

Local


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.

Local


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.

Economy


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.

Crime

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