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Autism holds another successful workshop in Aitutaki

Friday 8 October 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands

Autism Cook Islands had another successful initiative completed on the island of Aitutaki where they were once again able to take their vision of raising awareness and improving the quality of life for those with autism in the country.

Local


Singing their hearts out

Friday 8 October 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Tough competition in the Karaoke Idol singing competition has resulted in two ‘wild card’ entrants selected by the judges to advance to the finals.

Local


‘Run for the Hub’

Friday 8 October 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National

The Compassion Project Rarotonga (CPR) has come up with an energetic effort to raise funds for a hub that will serve as the centre of the local non-governmental organisation (NGO).

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Happy to be home

Friday 8 October 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National

It has cost Cook Islands taxpayers $94,000 to fly 87 people from Christchurch to Rarotonga on the first of two repatriation flights.

Local


Mobile desexing clinic completes Ngatangiia Puna

Thursday 7 October 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National

Te Are Manu Vet Clinic took their mobile desexing clinic to their fourth stop, the Ngatangiia Puna yesterday, where they were able to desex 12 dogs before midday. Only two vets are now carrying out the desexing procedures, as border closures have stopped overseas volunteer vets to fly over for additional help.

Local


Empire bridge construction ‘on pause’

Thursday 7 October 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National

Work on the Empire Bridge is on pause while Infrastructure Cook Islands (ICI) waits for the Cook Islands National Environment Service to approve the rest of the project, which could happen in a month and a half.

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Concerns over ‘irresponsible behaviour’ on Rarotonga roads

Thursday 7 October 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National

More incidents of irresponsible behaviour on Rarotonga roads have prompted another reminder to motorists of responsible driving.

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Murienua holds ‘Food and Garage Sale’

Thursday 7 October 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National

The opening day of the ‘Food and Garage Sale’ yesterday organised by the Murienua community proved a major hit with more produce and delicacies expected today and tomorrow.

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Autism Cook Islands gears up for busy term 4

Wednesday 6 October 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National

Autism Cook Islands spent last week wrapping up what had been a busy term 3 filled with activities. The organisation is already looking forward to what they will cover next term.

Local


Playground to open on Saturday

Wednesday 6 October 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Jacob and Andrea Tuitoga have had a great start to the school holidays - the siblings were having fun at the Punanga Nui Playground yesterday.

Local


‘It’s about supporting, encouraging and developing young business women’

Wednesday 6 October 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National

Cook Islands Business and Professional Women Association (BPW) celebrates 30 years of supporting women in business this year with a thread of ongoing events to follow their anniversary celebrations including a charity fundraising gala and the Emerging Entrepreneur Awards.

Local


Government plan for the returning Cook Islanders

Wednesday 6 October 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National

Cook Islands Government has outlined its plan for the returning stranded Cook Islanders while keeping the country Covid-19 free.

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Festival goers show support for breast cancer awareness

Wednesday 6 October 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National

Pink October kicked off to a great start yesterday in a joint effort between the Cook Islands Football Association and the Cook Islands Breast Cancer Foundation to host a ‘She Shines’ Football Festival at the CIFA Complex.

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Inmate admitted to hospital with breathing difficulties

Wednesday 6 October 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

An inmate from the Arorangi Prison was admitted as an in-patient at the Rarotonga Hospital last Friday October 3, after he was found having breathing difficulties.

Local

Seafarers celebrated on Rarotonga

Wednesday 6 October 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National

Domestic seafarers were celebrated at Avatiu Harbour yesterday with a sausage sizzle and gift pack marking World Maritime Day.

Local


Panel responsible for ‘exploration only’

Tuesday 5 October 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National

The ‘Expert’ Seabed Minerals Licensing Panel (Licensing Panel) has been appointed to consider exploration only, clarified Cook Islands Seabed Minerals Authority Commissioner Alex Herman.

Local


Quarantine facility ready to host returnees

Tuesday 5 October 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National

Ninety Cook Islanders stranded in Alert Level 2 regions of New Zealand are expected to land on Rarotonga tomorrow.

Local


Sailors stay dry at national championships

Monday 4 October 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National

They’re about 1 metre in length, weigh 5 kilograms and rip through the water at high speeds.

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A decade of dominance: Thrills and spills of junior athletics

Saturday 2 October 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Athletics, Local, National, Sports

Apii Avarua has retained the Prince of Wales Primary Schools Athletics trophy for 11 years in a row after winning the 2021 edition on Wednesday at the National Stadium in Nikao.

Athletics


School celebrates gala day filled with fun and festivities

Saturday 2 October 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National

Apii Te Uki Ou reflected on their huge success of a Gala Day which took place on Thursday from 12pm-5pm. It was a blazing hot day full of fun for the students as they shared with the community a wide range of unique, fun-filled stalls and activities.

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