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Justice denies hyphenated surname
Wednesday 26 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Concerns have been raised over “outdated rules” at the Ministry of Justice which prevent parents from registering their newborn child with a hyphenated surname to include the mother’s name.
Vaccination crosses 5000 mark
Tuesday 25 May 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
Minister of Health Vainetutai Rose Toki Brown says she’s very pleased that Cook Islanders are playing their part in supporting the global battle against Covid-19.
Local whale researcher on hit US show
Tuesday 25 May 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
Rarotonga-based biologist and whale expert Nan Hauser is making the most of a trip to her native United States with an unexpected appearance on hit television programme, The Ellen DeGeneres Show.
Avarua market’s heart beats again
Tuesday 25 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Cook Islanders and other residents who no doubt missed Punanga Nui’s lively ambience, woke up early to attend the Saturday market and see it regain its buzzing atmosphere.
PM congratulates NZ’s next Governor-General
Monday 24 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown has joined others in offering congratulations to the next Governor-General of New Zealand, Dame Cindy Kiro.
‘Shining stars’ help beautify Avarua
Saturday 22 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
There were smiles all around at the special tree planting ceremony with Autism Cook Islands at the Constitution Park on Thursday. By Melina Etches.
Government seeks $1.7m costs from US businessman
Saturday 22 May 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
In 1998, a United States-based businessman attempted to set up a medical school in Rarotonga. Despite securing initial approvals, things didn’t go to plan and the Cook Islands found itself on the wrong side of a multi-million dollar legal dispute. Nearly 25 years later, the government’s lawyers are still dealing with the matter.
Returning visitors to the Cook Islands say ‘It’s like coming home’
Saturday 22 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Rarotonga residents were happy to welcome the second round of visitors from New Zealand at the International Airport Friday afternoon.
‘Suffering is an illusion’, says chili eating competition winner
Friday 21 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
After claiming the Cook Islands Chilli Eating Competition, Samuel Thomas is getting his taste buds ready for the New Zealand comp.
Returning to ‘serve the Cook Islands people’
Friday 21 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local
A highly qualified young Cook Islander is returning home to take up a senior position in the Cook Islands Investments Corporation (CIIC).
Let’s get the Punanga Nui Market rocking again: Maggie
Friday 21 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local
The Minister for the Punanga Nui Market George Maggie Angene says now the quarantine free travel bubble between New Zealand and the Cook Islands is open, he’s expecting the market to re-open to pre-Covid-19 days, with more produce and wares on sale than we’ve seen in recent times.
Supporting women in business
Thursday 20 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Ladies, get your dresses and your fabulous headwear attire ready for the Cook Islands Business Professional Women’s Association (BPW) high tea fashion show at Tamarind House in Tupapa on Saturday.
Pledge leads to the Golden Oldies competition
Thursday 20 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The 2021 Au Taunga (Experts) and Au Mama/Papa Auro (Golden Oldies 60+) will hit the stage at Rehab nightclub Friday at 8pm.
Protests halt removal of giant toa trees
Thursday 20 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
The removal of ancient trees from an Avarua church ground was halted yesterday after the church agreed to meet with those opposed to the work.
Autism workshop educates, raises awareness
Wednesday 19 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Autism Cook Islands has held a highly-rated ‘Getting to Know Autism Spectrum Disorder’ workshop in collaboration with the Ministry of Education.
Land laws under scrutiny
Wednesday 19 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Landowners are alarmed and disturbed that the occupation right rules of today with respect to succession do not give direct descendants the guarantee to continue occupation of land.
One step at a time, PM says as Cooks-NZ bubble opens
Tuesday 18 May 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown was at Rarotonga International Airport to welcome the first group of Kiwi visitors on Monday, just as he was preparing to depart the country for New Zealand on a personal trip.
Here for ‘peace, quiet and warmth’, first visitors say
Tuesday 18 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
The first tourists in 14 months were welcomed at Rarotonga Airport yesterday by cheering locals, many too excited to contain themselves.
Progress Pride flags fly above high commissions
Tuesday 18 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Pride Cook Islands joined countries around the world on Monday to highlight International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia.
Promoting Cook Islands in Gisborne
Monday 17 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Three Gisborne journalists with close ties to the Cook Islands have issued a plea to people in Tairawhiti to help the Cooks recover by taking a trip to paradise.
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