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No extra subsidy for barge operator
Thursday 7 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, Local, National
Following protests by a rival shipping company, government will not be paying a contentious subsidy to Cook Islands General Transport to assist with its recent acquisition of a barge.
Riding into 2021 in style!
Wednesday 6 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
These youngsters were headed to the Avana jetty for a swim to cool off from the heat after helping out with picking up rubbish at home.
Holidays with the horses
Wednesday 6 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Island youth were given a treat over the holidays when they had a chance to spend some time with Rarotonga’s three horses at Avana harbour.
MP's planting project brightens up lives
Tuesday 5 January 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The once bare looking Constitution Park grounds now have beautiful bursts of colour and vitality with plants and fruit trees lining the road side border to beautify the area.
End of an era for Muri beach landmark
Tuesday 5 January 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
After 32 years of operating Sails Restaurant on Muri beach, the Tierney family have announced the closure of the restaurant and look forward to a well-deserved change of pace.
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.
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