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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.
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.
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