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Pare rito making mamas forge bonds during hat making
Tuesday 5 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
After six months of learning the skill to weave a treasured “pare rito”, 12 Ngatangiia Cook Islands Christian Church (CICC) women proudly displayed their 60 hats last weekend.
‘We got through 2020 together’, PM says in address to nation
Saturday 2 January 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
In an address to the people of the Cook Islands, PM Mark Brown says good riddance to 2020 and looks ahead to a new year which he says will involve further sacrifice and hardship, but also prosperity.
Change needs to start from within, opposition leader says.
Saturday 2 January 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Opposition leader Tina Brown of the Democratic Party lays out priorities and a clear goal to form a Demo-led Government in 2021 in her New Year's address.
Rarotonga residents are still being urged to ‘save water’.
Saturday 2 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Water supply agency To Tatou Vai continues to monitor the water situation at the intakes on the island.
Cook Islanders in NZ recognised for community service
Thursday 31 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local, National
Three New Zealand-based Cook Islanders have been named on the New Year Honours list.
Police ‘abusing powers’ in drunk driving cases
Thursday 31 December 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
The conduct of local law enforcement officials in drunk driving cases is under scrutiny after a spate of arrests for driving under the influence of alcohol during the holiday season.
Cops to keep an eye on NYE revellers
Thursday 31 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local, National
Back-to-back late nights with special licences granted to liquor outlets has placed alcohol on the top shelf of concerns for Cook Islands Police this coming long weekend.
Passionate planter laid to rest
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.
Police investigate boat fire
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.
Organic growers look to expand footprint in 2021
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.
Still the best in the Pacific Rim
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.
Double fireworks to welcome 2021
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.
Sisters graduate together
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.
A hub to empower Cook Islands youth
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.
Renewed call to curb plastic pollution in oceans
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.
The joy is in sharing
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.
Save money and lives, don’t drink and drive
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.
Hope for elderly care centre
Saturday 26 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Community members have come forward to answer the call to help Are Pa Metua, an elderly care centre in Rarotonga.
Expatriate worker served removal order
Saturday 26 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
The Fijian national was expected to have left the Cook Islands yesterday after a removal order from the Ministry of Immigration was issued against him.
Runway renovations set for 2021
Thursday 24 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local, National
Specialist machinery and equipment to replace cracked slabs on the runway at Rarotonga Airport has arrived with work set to start in January 2021.
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