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‘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.
Quarantine-free travel for Cook Islanders to New Zealand
Thursday 14 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown and New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern have announced that passengers from the Cook Islands can resume quarantine-free travel into New Zealand from as of 21 January.
Housing units razed to the ground in Arorangi blaze
Thursday 14 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Housing units located along on the Highland Paradise hillside road in Arorangi were completely destroyed in a mid-afternoon fire yesterday.
130 veils for Mama Tu Tutakiao
Thursday 14 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
One hundred and thirty veils were unveiled for the headstone of the late Ngatuapikepike Tutakiao BEM who was also fondly known as Mama Tu.
Ombudsman’s Office looking to bolster investigations
Thursday 14 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
The Office of the Ombudsman is looking for a suitable energetic and innovative person to fill the vacant position of an investigations officer.
Historical toa trees removed
Wednesday 13 January 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Rain fell on Tuesday afternoon as the last of the beloved Matavera toa (ironwood) trees were felled, allowing government workers to proceed with roadworks in the area.
Government begins removing beloved toa trees in Matavera
Tuesday 12 January 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Work to remove the toa (ironwood) trees that have graced the road side of Matavera since the early 1960s started yesterday.
‘Heaven has gained an amazing angel’
Tuesday 12 January 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Former Manager for Health Promotion Karen Tairea, who passed away earlier this month, has been described as the type of woman who people were proud to have in their lives.
Opposition demands transparency over recruitment for high profile jobs
Tuesday 12 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
The Opposition Democratic Party is demanding transparency from the Public Service Commission and the Office of the Prime Minister over the number of applications received for a number of recently advertised senior government roles.
Cooks registered luxury yacht destroyed in fire
Tuesday 12 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Maritime Cook Islands has confirmed that investigations are underway on the matter of a Cook Islands registered luxury yacht that caught fire in Thailand last month.
Top cop job appointment by end of January
Monday 11 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
A recommendation from the Office of the Public Service Commissioner on the appointment of the Commissioner of Police is expected to be made later this month.
Let the Games begin!
Monday 11 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
The Cook Islands Beach Games 2021 were officially opened last night at the Nikao Beach Court, kicking off two weeks of action over five separate events.
Local body oil vendor sniffing out a business opportunity
Saturday 9 January 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
This upstart business began with the sweet-smelling scented blooms of the mataoi tree.
Royal New Zealand Air Force makes a pit stop
Friday 8 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Rarotonga's skies received a rare buzz on Thursday with the visit of NZ Air Force aircraft.
‘Thank you for your kindness’
Thursday 7 January 2021 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local, National
Organisers of the Brotree initiative were overwhelmed by the generosity shown by the community for Arorangi Prison inmates.
Rarotonga’s electricity agency appoints first female head
Thursday 7 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
The local electricity agency has announced its new chief executive officer.
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