Local

New programme to develop next generation of Cook Islands tourism leaders

Thursday 2 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Education, Local, National, Tourism

Cook Islands Tourism Corporation (CIT), Air New Zealand, and Pacific Resort Hotel Group (PRHG) have partnered to launch the Cook Islands Tourism Leadership Programme.

Education


Turama: A time to remember and honour departed loved ones

Wednesday 1 November 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Today marks Turama or All Souls Day, a significant occasion in the Cook Islands where families commemorate their departed loved ones by decorating their graves with fragrant flowers, candles, and lights to remember and honour those who have passed on.

Local


Money transfer agency meets with Fijian Community in Rarotonga

Tuesday 31 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National

An agent from the money transfer agency KlickEx met with the Fijian Community on Thursday to highlight the benefits of using their services.

Local


Cook Islands YWAM leader pays tribute to organisation founderal

Monday 30 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National

A Cook Islands Christian leader has given thanks following the passing of a founding member of an interdenominational training organisation.

Local


Rarotonga bustling with weekend cruise ship visit

Monday 30 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National

Rarotonga was bustling on Saturday with a visiting cruise ship and a Rugby World Cup final.

Local


Whitta’s 100th birthday a Royal affair

Saturday 28 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Local, National, Weekend

As a delightful surprise during her 100th birthday party on Wednesday, October 25, Tepaeru Whitta nee Araitia was presented with a special birthday card from both King Charles III and the Governor General of New Zealand, courtesy of the King’s Representative, Sir Tom Marsters.

Features


Te Kukupa II returning home after maintenance

Friday 27 October 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National

Maintenance work on Te Kukupa II is complete, and the Cook Islands maritime patrol vessel is on its way home.

Local


Enhancing boating safety in Aitutaki

Friday 27 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands

The Iceberg motor yacht and Flying Cloud sailing boat have both made generous donations to the Aitutaki Boating Education (ABE) while recently visiting the island.

Local


Hosking-Tinirau to lead Chamber of Commerce

Friday 27 October 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National

Addrienne Hosking-Tinirau has been elected the new chair of the Cook Islands Chamber of Commerce at its annual general meeting (AGM) this week.

Local


A plea for help: Senior Rarotonga couple keen to watch their favourite flicks in comfort

Friday 27 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National

Nikao couple Ian and Jackie Sanderson don’t have a lot, but what they do have, they care very much about.

Local


Police enforce tougher stance on non-compliant motorcycle users

Wednesday 25 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Local, National

Police are handing out a strong message to motorcycle users in confiscating vehicles that are not compliant.

Crime


Author and historian seeks to trace the arrival of the Gospel

Wednesday 25 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Church Talk, Features, Local, National

Coming of the Gospel is the latest publication from author and historian Howard Henry who has published it through his Sovereign Pacific Publishing Company.

Church Talk


Nuku Day commemorates Christianity

Wednesday 25 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Church Talk, Features, Local, National

Each year on Gospel Day draws an assembly from each of the six Ekalesia of the Cook Islands Christian Church (CICC) on Rarotonga to perform their gospel dramas, or nuku to commemorate the Arrival of Christianity to the Cook Islands.

Church Talk


Road accidents on the rise as Police prepare for PIF Meeting

Tuesday 24 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Local, National

Three crashes were reported to police since Friday afternoon.

Crime


NES to seek Crown Law advice on 'new' EIA for Sheraton ring road

Tuesday 24 October 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Environment, Local, National

The National Environment Service (NES) will seek advice from the Crown Law on whether a new Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) is needed for the new ring road around the Sheraton redevelopment and for any development to the foreshore area.

Environment


Guns and roads in southwest Rarotonga

Saturday 21 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, Editorials, Environment, Features, Local, National, Opinion, Weekend

The old deserted and controversial Sheraton Hotel in Vaimaanga is getting a new lease of life after Rarotonga businessman Chris Vaile took on the challenge to redevelop the site into a high-end apartment property complete with other amenities.

Economy


Reflecting on the Sheraton development

Saturday 21 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, Features, Local, National, Weekend

A published author and former Government minister has weighed in on the ongoing Sheraton debate, labelling its background “a nightmare”.

Economy


Prayer for peace in the Middle East

Saturday 21 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National

A special prayer was held at Terevete Park in Avarua on Wednesday where 200-300 people gathered to pray for peace in the Middle East as the Israel-Hamas war rages on.

Local


Cooks Police to offer youth development programme in Rarotonga

Saturday 21 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands

Following the success of youth programmes in the Pa Enua, the Cook Islands Police is looking to offer a similar course in Rarotonga.

Local


Top job at Internal Affairs up for grabs

Saturday 21 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National

Ministry for Internal Affairs secretary Anne Herman’s job is up for grabs, while she has not yet indicated if she is keen to stay on.

Local


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