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Cooks’ statecraft skills sharpened
Monday 17 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Government officials are receiving training to enhance the country’s negotiating and diplomacy capabilities.
Muri lagoon tour operators ready for visitors
Monday 17 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Once known as ‘tourist central’, Muri Beach became a ghost town during the pandemic with no snorkellers or sun tanners to be seen. That will change in the coming weeks with the travel bubble opening with NZ.
Koutu Nui looks closely at land laws
Friday 14 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The Koutu Nui, the country’s traditional sub-chiefs, are looking closely into land laws and plans to make recommendations to Parliament on possible amendments to them.
Covid-19 vaccinations to begin next week, government says
Wednesday 12 May 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands residents will begin receiving their first dosage of the Covid-19 vaccine next week under a government plan released to the public on Wednesday.
Nurses answer the call
Wednesday 12 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
On International Nurses’ Day today, Cook Islands health minister has paid tribute to nurses around the world, including our own, as well as Cook Islander Louisa Akavi, who has been missing for seven years since her kidnapping in 2013.
Removal of almond and ironwood trees for safety, government agency says
Wednesday 12 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
The Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) has started to remove four trees from the Avarua township median strip.
Volunteers support ambulance service
Tuesday 11 May 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National
Firefighters turned first responders will help Te Marae Ora health ministry with Covid-19 vaccine rollout.
Island murals depict unity, family and community
Monday 10 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local
Driving around the island of Rarotonga one would no doubt have noticed, at least once or twice, the vibrant artwork of stranded artist Gonzalo Aldana.
Farewell for Miss Cook Islands
Monday 10 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local
The Miss Cook Islands Association will host a farewell celebration this Saturday for Miss Cook Islands Tajiya Sahay before she departs to resume her tertiary studies in Australia.
From chips to riches
Saturday 8 May 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National
Hard work and determination have taken Mike Pero from relatively humble beginnings, working in his father’s fish and chip shop, to becoming one of New Zealand’s most successful businessman.
Fix dengue, paramount chief says
Saturday 8 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Growing cases of dengue and a mystery virus casts doubt on Cook Islands health system’s ability to handle serious illnesses including Covid-19, Takitumu chief Pa Marie Ariki says.
Doctor and firemen on standby at hot chilli eating contest
Friday 7 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
The heat was on recently at Vili’s Burger Joint in Matavera for Paul Lynch’s Chilli Eating Competition and Hot Burger Challenge.
Bubble sign off by end of week, government says
Thursday 6 May 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
Final signoff on the travel bubble between the Cook Islands and New Zealand by the top health officials in both countries is expected to occur later this week, a government spokesperson says.
Landowner passionate about land court publication
Thursday 6 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Justice Secretary Tamatoa Jonassen has apologised for the inconvenience caused by his decision to not publish the Land Court Panui list in the local newspaper.
Infrastructure boss suspended, joins husband under police investigation
Thursday 6 May 2021 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National
The Public Service Commissioner has suspended another head of a government ministry on full pay, pending the outcome of an investigation.
Failure to advertise postpones Rarotonga Land Court sittings
Wednesday 5 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Judge Wilson Isaac has adjourned until further notice the land court sittings that were scheduled to be heard this week and next, due to the lists not being published in accordance with the High Court’s Code Civil Procedure.
Smooth sailing on vaka Marumaru Atua
Wednesday 5 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Father Freddy Kaina conducted a blessing of Vaka Marumaru Atua before she was relaunched into the waters of Avatiu harbour yesterday.
The ocean welcomes back Vaka Marumaru Atua
Tuesday 4 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
After nearly five months on dry dock for safety throughout the cyclone season and maintenance tasks, Vaka Marumaru Atua is now planned to return to the water at Avatiu harbour this afternoon during high tide.
"Today we start our journey of recovery", PM says
Monday 3 May 2021 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National
The Cook Islands will open its border to Kiwi tourists in a fortnight after the announcement of the two-way quarantine-free travel between the two countries starting on May 16 (Cook Islands time).
Travel bubble to begin May 16 pending final health checks
Sunday 2 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown and New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern have announced two-way quarantine-free travel will commence between the two countries on May 16.
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