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A life dedicated to protecting fisheries
Saturday 31 December 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Features, Local, National
Ian Bertram’s love for fishing has put him in good stead in his role helping to protect the Pacific’s coastal fisheries. He talks to Cook Islands News journalist Matthew Littlewood about his job and what’s changed in his role.
Reef passages highly dangerous
Friday 30 December 2022 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Local, National
A former professional lifeguard wants expat Cook Islanders holidaying in Rarotonga to be extra-cautious of lagoon conditions when they’re swimming or using water craft.
Lagoon’s the place to cool down … unless it’s full tide
Friday 30 December 2022 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Features, Local, National
When you’re looking for a place to beat the heat, there’s nothing like a cooling dip in the lagoon – unless it’s low tide, that is.
Mask advice follows Covid rise in Cooks
Friday 30 December 2022 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Health, Local, National
Cook Islands residents and visitors concerned about catching Covid-19 or suffering a reinfection of the virus should wear face masks as well as applying ‘normal health measures’, says the Secretary of Health.
Aitutaki water runs low
Friday 30 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands
Aitutaki is again experiencing a dry spell as the island grapples with ongoing water rationing issues.
Be prepared for a wet New Year’s Eve: MetService
Friday 30 December 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National, Weather
It might pay to be prepared for rain if you’re out and about celebrating New Year’s Eve.
Anti-Covid tablets now available here
Friday 30 December 2022 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Health, Local, National
Te Marae Ora’s Facebook announcement about the new availability of the anti-Covid-19 drug Paxlovid in the Cook Islands says the medication is expensive, in short supply globally and must be used properly to optimise its benefits and minimise risks.
Aitutaki’s Oire Reureu raises $69,000 from annual Koni Raoni
Friday 30 December 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Entertainment, Features, Local, National, Outer Islands
Oire Reureu has raised a whopping $69,000 in the popular annual Koni Raoni festive celebrations held on Boxing Day on the island of Aitutaki.
Muri fires up for New Year’s Eve
Friday 30 December 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, Local, National, Weather
Party your way into 2023 to a fireworks display, cool sounds and the stunning view of Muri lagoon this New Year’s Eve.
Lifting the standards of Cook Islands tourism products
Thursday 29 December 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Business, Local, National
Cook Islands Tourism is pleased to announce the launch of the nation’s new Cook Islands Quality Assured (CIQA) accreditation programme in January 2023, formally known as the Cook Islands Tourism Accreditation and Quality Assurance Programme.
‘Narrow escape’: Tourist bus crashes with eight on board
Thursday 29 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
A bus carrying seven passengers crashed on to its side on Rarotonga in what authorities described as a ‘narrow escape’.
They’re up in the air about the festive season …
Thursday 29 December 2022 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Features, Local, National
Te Aponga Uira workers are pretty much used to being up in the air about Christmas.
Bus crashes with eight on board
Wednesday 28 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in BREAKING NEWS, Local, National
A bus carrying seven passengers has crashed on to its side on Rarotonga in what authorities described as a “narrow escape”.
Weather, welcoming people win with the tourists
Wednesday 28 December 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National, Tourism
The country’s environment, cleanliness and weather, the friendly and welcoming local people remain drawcards for visitors of the Cook Islands, while poor public service, and stray animals are still turnoffs.
Ringing in the Christmas spirit
Wednesday 28 December 2022 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Features, Local, National
Smiley Heather rings in the arrival of Christmas morning at the historic Arorangi Cook Islands Christian Church on Sunday. Residents and visitors alike flocked to churches all over the island for special Christmas Day services, with St Mary’s Catholic Church in Arorangi filled to overflowing.
German couple see funny side
Wednesday 28 December 2022 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Local, National
Two German tourists wore wide grins when they were greeted by someone wearing island style clothing topped with a German Army style motorcycle helmet.
Cruise passengers strike it lucky with the weather
Wednesday 28 December 2022 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Local, National, Tourism
Passengers who disembarked from the luxury cruise ship Silver Whisperer in relatively calm seas yesterday were treated to some brilliant – if a little hot and sticky, weather yesterday morning.
Alcohol, prescribed drugs can kill
Wednesday 28 December 2022 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Health, Local, National
The dangers of drinking while also taking prescription medicine have been highlighted in a story by the NZ Herald. That danger is present here too, especially at this time of the year when people are “socialising” more, says Rarotonga hospital pharmacist Andrew Orange.
Casting a net for Christmas lunch at the beach
Wednesday 28 December 2022 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Local, National
There was just one place keen fishermen Mani Mamanu and his friend, “Father Christmas” Manu wanted to be on the morning of Christmas Day, and that was at the Social Centre, where Manu was busy preparing his net in the hope of catching a few fish.
Fuel Ship 'Media' arrives, and it’s good news for petrol supplies
Saturday 24 December 2022 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Economy, Local, National
The Media arrived in town on Thursday afternoon. However, it wasn’t a scrum pack of over-excited international journalists that was involved, but a large and very orange ship bearing the thing the entire island had been eagerly awaiting – supplies of petrol.
