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Family of boy lost at sea continues to wait for Government to communicate
Thursday 19 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
The family of a young boy who went missing at sea 14 months ago is still waiting to hear from police and the Ministry of Transport “about where things are at.” Relative Puna Vano said: “All we’ve had is a wall of silence.” Vano was an uncle to little Lapana Tupou who went missing onboard […]
Papua Vai Marere: A place for the community to enjoy
Wednesday 18 November 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local, National
People are being encouraged to head up to Papua Vai Marere, commonly known as Wigmore’s Waterfall and check out the new picnic area. Landholdings created the space at the waterfall for all in the community to enjoy. Crystal Lam from GHD said they also went the extra mile to put a nib kerb in to […]
Marumaru Atua returns to Rarotonga
Wednesday 18 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Vaka Marumaru Atua returned to Rarotonga yesterday to a warm welcome after a two-day long voyage from the outer island of Aitutaki.
A tribute to people and places wins Moana Oceania Award
Wednesday 18 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
An obsession with genealogies, and wanting to know where people are from and how they are connected has led to a prestigious award for Emma Powell. Losirene Lacanivalu reports. Aotearoa born Cook Islander Emma Ngakuraevaru Powell has been awarded the Moana Oceania Award for the 2020 Early Career Researchers ataata video competition. Powell is currently […]
A magical voyage of discovery
Wednesday 18 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Maria Tuoro says as children of the ocean, we are descended from legacies of voyagers, and if she can do it anyone can.
MFEM's Henderson rules out top cop job
Tuesday 17 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
The pool of talent to choose from for the next Police Commissioner has become shallower as Financial Secretary Garth Henderson says he isn't pursuing the role.
Fiery blazes destroy two homes
Tuesday 17 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
No injuries were reported in a fire that claimed an old studio-type dwelling yesterday morning at Takuvaine valley and a separate blaze in Titikaveka.
Mike Pero hopes regional award will inspire others
Tuesday 17 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands real estate mogul Mike Pero was honoured with a prestigious award at a regional business event in Auckland over the weekend.
Black rock construction work ‘approved’
Monday 16 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
The environmental impact assessment of the work being done near the Black Rock Social Centre in Nikao has been completed and approved, says the National Environment Service.
It doesn’t get any grander than this! Local fisherman lands first "Grander" of the year
Monday 16 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Seasoned angler Paku Poila has landed the first blue marlin “grander” (weighing 1000 pounds or more) of the year with a 474.2 kg (1045 pounds) monster.
Nationwide mayonnaise shortage set to end
Friday 13 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
A month-long critical shortage of mayonnaise is set to end this weekend with an expected shipment of the popular condiment.
No supervised quarantine for new arrivals
Friday 13 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
A week-long visit by a New Zealand government delegation to explore the feasibility of a travel bubble with Cook Islands is expected to go forward as details emerge on latest community Covid-19 cases.
PM joins vaka voyage to Aitutaki
Thursday 12 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown departed for Aitutaki yesterday on his first voyage aboard vaka Marumaru Atua, which is expected to arrive on the Southern Group atoll midday Thursday.
Runway repairs at Rarotonga International Airport to begin early December
Wednesday 11 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
Long-awaited runway repairs at Rarotonga International Airport are finally set to begin as talks for a Cooks-NZ travel bubble take shape.
‘Face yourself, love yourself’ - Student art event about self-expression
Wednesday 11 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Visual Art students showcase their work at Tereora College’s informal art event yesterday.
Solving Avatiu’s flooding problem
Wednesday 11 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Drainage works around the Avatiu roundabout is being hoped to solve flooding problems that continuously occur during heavy rain. Cole Hunt, the managing director of Pandanus Petrol and Oil Limited that has suffered damages from flooding, says the work has partially helped ease water flow but hasn’t solved the problem altogether. “It has been a […]
Use it, don’t abuse it! Petrol station asks public to respect free tire pressure service
Tuesday 10 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
A local petrol station is calling on the public to take good care of a free service they are providing or risk losing it. Pandanus Petrol and Oil Limited is disappointed at the lack of care for their tyre pressure gauges which were found broken again. Company managing director Cole Hunt said they have had […]
Cooks top choice for Kiwi travelers
Tuesday 10 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
Survey reveals traveler preferences in the Covid-19 era will include upmarket accommodation options, flexible booking arrangements, and a need for strict hygiene practices.
Questions raised over recruitment for key public service roles
Tuesday 10 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National
Government assures they are following due process for the advertising, selection and appointment of two senior government positions.
‘Equal human rights for all Cook Islanders’
Saturday 7 November 2020 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Elected officials and members of the public will take part in a global digital event promoting equal rights for LGBT+ community
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