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Humble hero saves kids at Trader Jack’s
Monday 25 January 2021 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local, National
Three young people who got into trouble in the water at Trader Jack’s on Saturday, have a locally trained lifeguard to thank for saving their lives.
Celebrating Australia Day ‘Kuki style’
Saturday 23 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
A group of Cook Islanders who have previously resided in Australia for an extended period will be hosting a special event for Australia’s High Commissioner to the Cook Islands Dr Christopher Watkins on Australia Day.
Feeling hot, hot, HOT!
Friday 22 January 2021 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local, National
For those heading to watch the action at the Cook Islands Beach Games 2021 at Nikao Social Centre, an essential item to take may be an umbrella, not because it’s raining but because the sun is scorching!
Vet clinic to welcome new staff
Thursday 21 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Te Are Manu, the Cook Islands’ only vet clinic will welcome two staff this year, adding a boost to their staff numbers.
Quarantine free travel at last
Thursday 21 January 2021 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National
The Rarotonga International Airport witnessed a glimpse of pre-Covid-19 activity early yesterday as 115 passengers boarded the first quarantine free flight to New Zealand.
Resorts ready to welcome guests
Wednesday 20 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
With high hopes weighing on a two-way travel bubble between Cook Islands and New Zealand by March 31, local accommodation providers are ready to welcome visitors to the island paradise of Rarotonga.
Market initiative off to a ‘Jumpstart’
Tuesday 19 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Punanga Nui Market’s first ‘Jumpstart January’ event held on Saturday has been hailed a major success.
Visas to be available online for NZ travel for foreign nationals
Tuesday 19 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
Foreign nationals currently in the Cook Islands will soon be able to apply for a visa that will permit travel to New Zealand without having to undergo 14 days of quarantine in a managed isolation facility.
100 headed for New Zealand on first quarantine-free flight
Tuesday 19 January 2021 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local, National
Air New Zealand is expecting a sharp increase in the number of bookings between Auckland and Rarotonga following the announcement of quarantine-free travel into New Zealand. By Katrina Lintonbon.
Plea for fisherman to watch out for turtles
Tuesday 19 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands Turtle Conservation Society (Te Ara O Te Onu) is calling on local fishermen to check their net at least every four hours when they are out fishing.
Daily flights to Raro from March 28
Tuesday 19 January 2021 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local, National
Air New Zealand will be operating daily return flights to Rarotonga from March 28 in anticipation of the two-way travel bubble between Cook Islands and New Zealand.
Road accident numbers decline
Monday 18 January 2021 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National
Motor vehicle crashes in 2020 reflects a massive 45 per cent drop from the high of 279, reported in 2018.
PM expects influx of travellers
Monday 18 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Quarantine free travel into New Zealand will encourage more Cook Islanders to return home, says Prime Minister Mark Brown.
Concern over ‘added flexibility’ to travel bubble with NZ
Monday 18 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Democratic Party leader Tina Browne is calling for diligence regarding the one-way quarantine free travel bubble with New Zealand.
Foreign nationals can travel, visa process unclear
Saturday 16 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
New Zealand government officials have confirmed all foreign nationals currently in the Cook Islands will be permitted to travel to New Zealand without having to undergo 14 days of quarantine in a managed isolation facility.
‘Jumpstart January’ for market vendors
Saturday 16 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Punanga Nui Market has waived fees for its vendors in a bid to bring life back to the top local attraction in the absence of tourists due to Covid-19 travel restrictions.
Superfund role aims for growth
Saturday 16 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local
The Cook Islands National Superannuation Fund is aiming to bolster its investment strategy capabilities with a new hire that has recently joined its management team.
Extra weekly flight added to Air New Zealand's schedule after one-way bubble announcement
Friday 15 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
Air New Zealand has added an extra flight to its weekly schedule in advance of quarantine free travel for residents and valid visa holders currently in the Cook Islands.
Residents welcome quarantine free travel to NZ
Friday 15 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Residents are reacting positively to this week's announcement of quarantine-free travel to New Zealand.
Investigations into fire incidents ‘ongoing’
Friday 15 January 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Two tankers from the Takitumu Volunteer fire brigade and two trucks from the Puaikura Volunteer fire services were dispatched to attend the house fire on the Arorangi hillside on Wednesday afternoon.
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