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Renewing faith, hope and love
Thursday 18 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Catholics around the country gathered at their various parishes to mark Ash Wednesday this week.
No passengers on Friday’s flight
Thursday 18 February 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Passengers intending to travel to the Cook Islands will have to wait a little longer after Government decided to extend border closure in light of recent community cases in Auckland.
Tourism director Vaiimene steps down
Wednesday 17 February 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands Tourism Corporation has farewelled Metua Vaiimene, who finished from his role as the director of destination development after more than a decade.
‘Certainty of travel cannot be guaranteed’ says PM after flight cancelled
Tuesday 16 February 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown says those who choose to travel must accept the risks and potential extra costs.
Cancelled travel plans turn from disappointment to delight
Tuesday 16 February 2021 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National
While there will be no passengers on today's flight from Auckland, one affected family stuck in NZ decided to make the most of the situation.
Hunter wants to improve public service delivery and professionalism
Monday 15 February 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Experienced senior public servant Carl Hunter will join the Office of the Public Service Commission as its new head this week, and seeks to overcome challenges to improve government service delivery.
‘Giving is not a burden to us ... it comes naturally’
Monday 15 February 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The vainetini executives will congregate and display a tivaivai exhibition in September in lead up to the ceremonies to celebrate the 200 years of the arrival of Christianity here.
Little Julia makes big triathlon debut
Monday 15 February 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Five-year-old Julia Chan was the youngest competitor at the third annual Paradise Supplies Kids Triathlon on Saturday, which saw a large turnout for the popular event.
A hive of activity
Saturday 13 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
The Avatiu wharf was a buzz yesterday with cargo vessel Olomana anchoring ready to offload cargo for Rarotonga. Also spotted was the barge MV Taunga Nui that returned on Wednesday evening after delivering cargo and machinery to the northern group as well as taking a government delegation. Road workers were also busy fixing the Avatiu […]
Hunter appointed Public Service Commissioner
Friday 12 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
The newly-appointed Public Service Commissioner will start his new role February 15.
Government to amend licence process for seniors
Friday 12 February 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown says the drivers licencing regulation for 60 years and over is providing ‘unnecessary burden on people’.
Elderly care centre Are Pa Metua gets beachfront home
Friday 12 February 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Smiles and relief were evident from the Are Pa Metua members at Prime Minister Mark Brown’s announcement that a new location for the Centre had been confirmed.
Centenarian Mama Mare laid to rest
Thursday 11 February 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Mama Matake Paruru also known as Mama Mare, has passed away at the age of 100.
Well-know community figure was woman of many hats
Thursday 11 February 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Hundreds attended the requiem mass for Henrica Ngamarama Wilson-Marona, also well known as Mama Henrica, yesterday at the St Joseph’s Cathedral.
Punanga Nui Market set to review vendor policy
Thursday 11 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
The market's managers are planning to review policy following a recent social media debate on what should be on sale at the popular attraction.
‘For our children and generations to come’
Wednesday 10 February 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
After years of land ownership disputes, the newly upgraded Ngatangiia Matavera Health Centre and netball courts opened this week.
Works continue on Rarotonga's roads
Wednesday 10 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Road works continue this week along the Muri/Ngatangiia to Matavera main road.
Building confidence through training
Wednesday 10 February 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The Geoportal Training Workshop successfully ended last week with praise from the facilitators for participants from the southern group islands.
Agriculture career expo for younger students
Tuesday 9 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Apii Rutaki, Arorangi, St Joseph’s School and Te Uki Ou will be visiting the Ministry of Agriculture offices this week to gain some knowledge of how the ministry works, career opportunities and the importance of agriculture.
A bond like no other
Monday 8 February 2021 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local, National
If there is one silver lining that has come out of the Covid-19 pandemic, it is that the relationship between Cook Islands and New Zealand is stronger than ever. That was evident and acknowledged at this year’s Waitangi Day gathering at Ngatipa hosted by New Zealand High Commissioner to Cook Islands, Tui Dewes.
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