Wednesday 30 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
A week after his sudden passing in Mauke, 49-year-old Tuakana Samuel was laid to rest on Saturday December 26 at the Ngati Tamatea burial ground in Matavera, Rarotonga.
Wednesday 30 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
A concerted effort by Rarotonga’s volunteer fire brigades saved the Cook Islands General Transport yard from burning to the ground.
Wednesday 30 December 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
An organic growers group is aiming to expand the sector in 2021. Building a positive relationship with the government will be vital for their vision of an organic Cook Islands to come to fruition.
Wednesday 30 December 2020 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Despite the effects of Covid-19, the Cook Islands is still seen as one of the best tourist attractions in the world after winning an international award.
Wednesday 30 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
After an unprecedented year, the people of Rarotonga are being invited to see the beginning of 2021 with a bang.
Wednesday 30 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
It was a double celebration for Toru family this Christmas after Rarotonga sisters achieve their university dreams together.
Tuesday 29 December 2020 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The annual Boxing Day Touch Tournament saw close battles in social and open grade finals.
Tuesday 29 December 2020 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion
The suffering of innocent people is sometimes seen as a necessity so we can understand our own weaknesses and dependence on god, writes Ruta Mave.
Tuesday 29 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
With the purpose to engage, embrace, evolve and empower young people, the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Empower Me Inc. last week launched its official Empower Me Youth Hub.
Tuesday 29 December 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National
With the conclusion of a nationwide public consultation process, government will now be looking to put the final touches on a 10-year economic plan that aims to address a range of social and environmental issues and provide a blueprint for economic growth.
Tuesday 29 December 2020 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Crime, National
Police arrested eight people for driving-related offences during the Christmas weekend.
Tuesday 29 December 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health, National
Former police officer Bob Williams has been appointed the acting Secretary of Health while the hunt for a permanent head of ministry continues.
Tuesday 29 December 2020 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Waterwoman and renowned photographer Charlotte Piho has made renewed calls to end ocean plastic waste after a turtle found to have ingested a plastic bag was found dead on a Rarotonga beach last week.
Tuesday 29 December 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Health, National
Four Rarotonga doctors have completed their postgraduate training programme run in partnership with New Zealand.
Saturday 26 December 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Features, Weekend
During a trip to the Northern Cook Islands, journalist Emmanuel Samoglou saw places of incredible beauty but facing isolation, a lack of resources, and economic hardship. Yet at the same time, he met residents who often described a freedom that comes from choosing to live life on modest terms. In this second of a two-part series, he moves on from Pukapuka to visit Manihiki and Penrhyn atolls of the Northern Cook Islands.
Saturday 26 December 2020 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Jesus understood that leadership was not a position or a title, that in fact it was an action and an example, writes Thomas Wynne
Saturday 26 December 2020 | Written by Rod Dixon | Published in Features, Weekend
A collision between a Rarotonga hire-bike and a coconut tree led to a Eureka moment for an Oxford professor, who passed away last week. Rod Dixon pays tribute to the distinguished human geneticist.
Saturday 26 December 2020 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Editorials, Opinion
The sad discovery of the washed up dead green turtle is a timely reminder of how we can better manage our waste over the festive period. By Te Ipukarea Society.
Saturday 26 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Rarotongans have found joy in the spirit of giving during the holiday season. Here are three stories of community members going the extra mile to share with those in need.
Saturday 26 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
“Drive safely and plan your day properly.” That’s the message from Road Safety Council president Danny Mataroa.
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