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Writer’s first book balances realness and representation
Tuesday 5 July 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Cook Islander Maria Samuela has been writing stories for children since the 1990’s. This year, her first book for older readers, Beats of the Pa’u, was published by leading New Zealand publisher, Te Herenga Waka University Press. By Simone Kaho of Tagata Pasifika.
Natura Kuki Airani chair attending regional workshop
Tuesday 5 July 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
This week, Natura Kuki Airani chair Io Vakapora is attending the Pacific Organic and Ethical Trade Community (POETCom) Regional Workshop in Nadi, Fiji.
Pitmasters cook up a storm
Tuesday 5 July 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National
The second annual Barbecue Pitmasters competition was held on Saturday putting an end to the weeklong Raro Fire and Food Festival.
Safety challenges for cyclists, as numbers grow
Monday 4 July 2022 | Written by Sian Solomon | Published in Local, National
A surge in cyclists and bike-riding during the pandemic is likely to become a permanent feature around the world including the Cook Islands.
Rookie focuses on land, family welfare
Monday 4 July 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands Party’s newest candidate Doreen Tuainekore Boggs (nee Kavana) says stepping into the political arena ‘has been a long time coming’.
Committee ramps up neutering programme
Monday 4 July 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National
Dog control in the Cook Islands is to be ramped up over the next few months, as an initiative to have all surveyed dogs neutered and registered continues.
Apii Avarua retains Te Tangi Kaara title
Saturday 2 July 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Apii Avarua has proved their drumming skills are still the best after winning again the Tangi Kaara Juniors drumming competition on Thursday night.
Serious defects discovered in patrol boats: Te Kukupa II ‘passed initial inspections’
Saturday 2 July 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National
The Australian Government is embarking on a forced-recall of several patrol boats it gifted to Pacific Island nations, but this is not expected to affect the Cook Islands-bound Te Kukupa II.
Message in a jar discovered in church
Thursday 30 June 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
A message in a jar written by the late Eric Vincent Browne (known as Papa Man) nearly 30 years ago in 1995 was discovered in the Avarua Ekalesia CICC when workers were stripping upstairs of the church.
Mitiaro’s ‘Ant-man’ meets Hollywood's Aquaman
Thursday 30 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands’ Antony (Ant) Vavia shared a bit of Maori culture with Aquaman star Jason Momoa in Portugal this week.
Cruise ship passengers make the most of time spent in the Cooks
Wednesday 29 June 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Passengers from the first cruise ship to the Cook Islands have made the most of their time spent in Rarotonga.
Abandoned dog finds new forever home
Wednesday 29 June 2022 | Written by Sian Solomon | Published in Local, National
A stray dog who was surrendered to the Cook Islands SPCA after being unable to travel to New Zealand for adoption has found a new forever home on the island of Rarotonga.
Centipede wanted for Eco Centre
Wednesday 29 June 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National
Discover Marine and Wild Life Eco Centre is on the hunt for a centipede— and is offering a reward for those who can capture one.
The battle of the drums
Wednesday 29 June 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The battle of the drums Te ‘Emo’anga Tangi Kaara (drumming competition) for juniors, is geared up to hit the big stage inside the National Auditorium tomorrow night.
PM unsure of Pacific Islands Forum appearance
Tuesday 28 June 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown is unsure at this stage whether he will attend the Pacific Islands Forum in person.
Bergman Gallery opens in Auckland
Tuesday 28 June 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The new Bergman Gallery Auckland in New Zealand was officially opened over the weekend by Cook Islander Caren Rangi, Chair of the Arts Council of New Zealand, Toi Aotearoa.
Ride share services proposed as Rarotonga struggles with visitor transport options
Monday 27 June 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National
As rental vehicles get snapped up at high rates in Rarotonga, a baker and delivery driver reckons a “ride share” service would help alleviate some of the island’s vehicle capacity pressures.
Dog poisonings on the increase in Rarotonga
Monday 27 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National
Temu Okotai from Rutaki says poison killed two of his dogs which had been part of his family for the past ten years, while Te Are Manu Veterinary Clinic is experiencing a significant influx of poisoned dogs on Rarotonga.
Time’s up for Staycations as overseas visitors return
Saturday 25 June 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National
Staycations in Rarotonga have come to an end for the time being, as resorts welcome the return of visitors to the island.
Cultural group strengthens Cook Islands community in Rotorua
Thursday 23 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Cook Islanders in Rotorua are on a mission to revitalise their community following concerns about their youth losing touch with the culture.
