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Te Onu creation wows crowds
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Apii Avarua’s turtle masterpiece has been proudly showcased in the school’s classroom to mark Te Mire Tiare - Rarotonga's annual flower festival.
Barge granted permission to berth at Avatiu
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
The new barge MV Taunga Nui acquired by Cook Islands General Transport has been granted permission to berth at the Avatiu Port.
Impressive floral displays for Te Mire Tiare
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
Drums from the Ministry of Culture alerted schools to the arrival of the judging panel for the Mire Tiare competition on Thursday.
Barge crew swab tests needed before disembarkment
Thursday 26 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
MV Taunga Nui crew members will be required to stay on board the barge while Te Marae Ora takes swab tests.
State funeral for a great son of Mangaia
Thursday 26 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Former Prime Minister the late Jim Marurai was a man of few words, but you could always count on those words being honest and straightforward. He will always be fondly remembered by a grateful nation.
A man of faith and service
Thursday 26 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
To mark his nomination for the Tane Toa Kuki Airani December-February 2021, Papa Tangimetua Kapi will be at the Islander Hotel on Thursday to celebrate with friends and family.
Covid-19 won't stop family reunion this holiday season
Wednesday 25 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
For many years leading up to Christmas, family reunions were the norm, when hundreds of families would fly into Rarotonga from overseas. For one family, this year's event may be quieter but Covid-19 won't get in the way of their plans.
LGBTQ+ groups slam bill deferral
Wednesday 25 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
LGBTQ+ rights groups say the fight for equal rights will continue, despite further delays put up by elected officials.
Mama Mousie Skews’ memory honoured
Wednesday 25 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Rotary Club of Rarotonga yesterday honoured the memory of the late Mama Mousie Skews as they officially handed over to St Joseph’s early childhood education students a number of play and work stations.
Tiare manea on full display
Wednesday 25 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The Airport Authority’s stunning Mire Tiare display portrays the innovation, time, work and commitment from the staff towards the government decorated properties competition.
An ocean of flowers - Rarotonga prepares for Mire Tiare week.
Tuesday 24 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Members of the Rarotonga Bowling Club created an impressive arrangement of flowers and plants to represent “the abundance of the ocean - te manea o te moana and marine life” for Mire Tiare week.
Crimes Bill deferred once again, delaying debate on same-sex rights
Tuesday 24 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
Parliamentarians are expected to delay debate on a draft Crimes Bill that decriminalises homosexuality. However, an MP report claims a majority of the public that participated in consultations want to keep the status quo, where the law doesn’t recognise equal rights for same-sex couples.
Te Kara Run for the special ones
Tuesday 24 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Autism Cook Islands will be hosting a colourful fun Te Kara Run this Friday in a bid to support children and caregivers living with autism.
Parliament selling tickets to Manihiki
Tuesday 24 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
The Cook Islands Parliament is selling airline tickets to the public to recover costs to the Civil List.
Accidents land four in hospital
Monday 23 November 2020 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Multiple motor vehicle crashes were reported to police over the weekend, prompting calls for safe driving and without the influence of alcohol.
Adapting to food and nutrition security needs
Monday 23 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National
Ministry of Agriculture is urging local growers to maintain the health of their soils amidst fears Covid-19 pandemic could spark a food crisis in the Pacific.
Lawyer following in her mother’s footsteps
Saturday 21 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
The call to law was inevitable for Norah Browne, watching her highly driven mother become one of the most successful female lawyers in the country.
The crowning of Makea Vakatini Phillip Ngamatoa Ariki
Saturday 21 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Hundreds gathered to witness the installation of Makea Vakatini Phillip Ngamatoa Ariki on Friday. Although the ceremony was met with a vocal protest who called the election process a “fraud”, it continued largely as planned.
Gifts arrive for new chief in advance of investiture
Friday 20 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Historic moment today as nation to witness the akamarokura’anga of Makea Vakatini Phillip Ngamatoa Ariki, which will be held at the Taurangamanu Vakatini Palace grounds at Tupapa on Friday.
From one generation to the next: Rarotonga prepares for a historic investiture
Thursday 19 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
With preparations underway for a historic day, a protest is expected from the Te Ora Rangatira line during the investiture of Makea Vakatini Phillip Ngamatoa Ariki in Tupapa on Friday.
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