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Sailors stay dry at national championships
Monday 4 October 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
They’re about 1 metre in length, weigh 5 kilograms and rip through the water at high speeds.
A decade of dominance: Thrills and spills of junior athletics
Saturday 2 October 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Athletics, Local, National, Sports
Apii Avarua has retained the Prince of Wales Primary Schools Athletics trophy for 11 years in a row after winning the 2021 edition on Wednesday at the National Stadium in Nikao.
School celebrates gala day filled with fun and festivities
Saturday 2 October 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Apii Te Uki Ou reflected on their huge success of a Gala Day which took place on Thursday from 12pm-5pm. It was a blazing hot day full of fun for the students as they shared with the community a wide range of unique, fun-filled stalls and activities.
Recognising the achievements of young emerging entrepreneurs
Saturday 2 October 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
A small lunch to celebrate the handful of talented and innovative women who have been nominated for the Emerging Entrepreneur Awards was held at The Cafe yesterday afternoon.
Singing their way into karaoke final
Friday 1 October 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Harmonious and pleasant vocals from eight new karaoke singers received appreciation and applause from a 100 strong audience on Wednesday night.
Showing their Mana Tiaki to keep the island clean
Friday 1 October 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
The team at MOTU Villas have taken the initiative to spread a message of Mana Tiaki and encourage the public through a community outreach project to keep their communities clean and to preserve the natural beauty of the island they live on.
Eyes on the prize
Friday 1 October 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
The students at Apii Te Uki Ou hosted their iconic annual Gala Day yesterday, ever so energetic and eager to light up their school with fun and games even after participating in the inter-school Prince of Wales Athletics Day the day before.
Tighter measures for returnees
Thursday 30 September 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
A person who volunteered at the Cook Islands Vaccination Drive in Mangere last week where stranded Cook Islanders also offered support, has been tested positive for Covid-19, prompting tighter conditions for those returning home.
Cultural tour guide workshop concludes
Thursday 30 September 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Tauranga Vananga Ministry of Cultural Development and Cook Islands Tourism conducted their final round of cultural tour guide workshops on Thursday last week.
Cook Islands to celebrate Maritime Day
Thursday 30 September 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
The Ministry of Transport, as the Cook Islands Maritime Safety Authority, is paying tribute to seafarers as it marks the World Maritime Day 2021 which is celebrated annually on September 30.
Covid-19: Vax and vacation? Why that Pacific Island holiday will still mean 'traveller beware'
Wednesday 29 September 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Pacific Island countries are betting big on vaccination as a strategy for resuming tourism by Christmas and bringing much needed relief for their struggling economies.
Relief for Caregivers
Wednesday 29 September 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Caregivers were surprised and relieved to learn that if they are “burnt out”, there are services of a nurse available who can help out and relieve them for a night.
Marumaru Atua returns
Wednesday 29 September 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National
Marumaru Atua safely returns to Rarotonga from the Southern group as part of its Taue E Moana (The Ocean and I) voyage.
A Park for kids to chase their BMX and skateboarding dreams
Wednesday 29 September 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
In the near future, kids can chase their BMX and skateboard Olympic dreams, right here on Rarotonga.
Border restrictions extended, 400 set to return to managed isolation quarantine
Wednesday 29 September 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Border restrictions to the Cook Islands have been extended until November.
Gold Star for veteran firefighters
Tuesday 28 September 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
The Puaikura Volunteer Fire Brigade celebrated a very monumental presentation on Saturday night at the Edgewater Resort and Spa.
Participants share touching experiences at caregivers training
Tuesday 28 September 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Emotions were high as caregivers and family members bravely shared their personal touching experiences in taking care of their loved ones.
Vaka Marumaru Atua heads back home
Tuesday 28 September 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Crew member Pareu Pera talking about their time aboard the Marumaru Atua.
Government network ‘misused’: Personal files take up 10 terabytes of storage space
Tuesday 28 September 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands Government employees have taken up more than 10 terabytes of space with unrelated work content – including movies and music – which has been deleted from the network by their IT boss.
Bypass Bridge to open for traffic today
Tuesday 28 September 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National
Traffic will bypass the Empire Bridge from today and will be moved onto the new temporary bridge beside it.
