National

Mauke Environment Authority ready to tackle issues

Tuesday 21 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, Local, National, Outer Islands

Tekura Moeka’a, NES Manager of Environmental Policy & Planning, and Junior Tapoki, NES Senior Environmental Compliance, both of Maukean descent, travelled to Mauke to deliver two significant milestones for environmental leadership in Mauke – issuing of the warrants for the Mauke Environment Authority (MEA) board members and signing of MOU with the Mauke Island Government.

Environment


Panthers coach downplays impressive win

Tuesday 21 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, Rugby league, Sports

Tupapa Panthers remain humble and focussed on what’s ahead following a blistering performance in Rarotonga on the weekend.

Local


College faces financial difficulties

Monday 20 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, Education, National

Tereora College is asking the Ministry of Education to increase its funding after suffering ‘major’ financial pressures.

Economy


Cook Islands to host Japan Foreign Minister Hayashi

Monday 20 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Business, Local, National

Cook Islands Government will this week host Japanese Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi on his first visit to the country.

Business


Vaipae prepares to mark 200 years of Christianity

Monday 20 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Te Vaipae Pae O Pau committee and community on the island of Aitutaki are well underway with their plans and preparations for the historic ‘Te Arikianga o te Evangelia’ 200-year Bicentennial celebrations which will be held from March 26 - April 2, 2023 to mark the acceptance of Christianity to the village of Vaipae.

Local


Court briefs 17.03.2023

Saturday 18 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, Crime, National

A man who was found driving nearly six times over the legal breath alcohol limit will be sentenced by three Justices of the Peace. Ngatokoa Terepo appeared before Justice of the Peace Tangi Taoro at the Criminal Court on Avarua on Thursday. He pleaded guilty to charges of driving with excess breath alcohol. Terepo was […]

Court


Sharing the Cook Islands’ human rights story at World Pride event

Saturday 18 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National

Val Wichman was a special guest at Sydney’s World Pride earlier this month. She talks to senior journalist Matthew Littlewood about the experience, and what Te Tiare Association, the Cook Islands LGBTQ+ advocacy organisation, wants to see happen in the Rainbow Community here.

Local


Cooking up a storm for cyclone relief

Saturday 18 March 2023 | Written by Derek Fox | Published in Local, National

A woman who was a civil servant responsible for one of the worst hit areas damaged by Cyclones Hale and Gabrielle on the eastern seaboard of Aotearoa, will be the guest speaker at a special dinner at Coastal Kitchen in Tupapa, next Saturday. Derek Fox reports.

Local


Judge slams Cook Islands criminal justice system

Saturday 18 March 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National

The Cook Islands criminal justice system has been slammed by Justice Christopher Toogood in convicting and discharging a man following a lengthy period of frustration.

Court


Public submissions open for major town project

Saturday 18 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, Local, National

The Panama beautification and Punanga Nui Market re-organisation project is gaining momentum with the National Environment Service yesterday announcing an Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) permit application for public scrutiny.

Environment


Is the fate of our deep sea environment in the hands of the mining companies?

Saturday 18 March 2023 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Environment, Local, National

For some, the issue of seabed mining is not yet on their radar. For others, it’s a topic that’s too technical to understand so their interest drifts elsewhere. There are those who have already been convinced mining is the way to go. Then there are others who don’t want mining to ever go ahead. The truth is we simply do not know enough to make that decision.

Environment


‘E Lupe’ all the way from Wale wins Te Mire Atu

Saturday 18 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Entertainment, National

Seven talented composers participated in Te Mire Atu 2023 Composers Competition held at The Edgewater Resort this week. The annual event celebrated the original Cook Islands compositions by cultural artists.

Culture


SPCA’s Volunteer house in line for an upgrade

Saturday 18 March 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Local, National

The number of dogs residing at the Cook Islands SPCA shelter has nearly tripled in less than two years, while staff numbers are unchanged. Now, the organisation is turning to fixing up its volunteer house to attract more help.

Local


Breathing new life into an old facility

Saturday 18 March 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Business, Local, National, Tourism

Club Raro on Rarotonga has received a facelift in recent weeks as part of a combined effort to breathe new life into a facility constructed in the 1970s. Couple Tish and Owen Mete have been behind the two-month project.

Business


Putting passion over profession

Saturday 18 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Local, National

Luisa Peters may be only 165 centimetres tall but she stands head and shoulders above many when it comes to her professional technique and strength. That goes for both weightlifting and the Police Service where the Criminal Investigation Bureau (CIB) Detective Constable has been a valued member of the team since 2019.

Features


‘Bad turn’ leads to crash outside Police Headquarters

Friday 17 March 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National

An unlucky motorist was only a hop, skip and jump away from help in Avarua township when she took a bad turn.

Local


French ambassador visits Cook Islands National Council of Women

Friday 17 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Ambassador of the Republic of France, Laurence Beau was humbled, honoured and touched to receive her first colourful ei katu and special gift of a rito hat from the members of the Cook Islands National Council of Women yesterday.

Local


Woman faces arson charge in connection to house fire

Friday 17 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, Crime, National

A 39-year-old woman has appeared in Court charged with arson in connection to a house fire in Arorangi on Sunday night.

Court


Dancing in unity: Cooks, Korea celebrate decade long diplomatic relations

Friday 17 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Business, Local, National, Politics

Drums, fire, cultural and contemporary dance performances dazzled dignitaries and guests at the 10-year celebration of diplomatic relations between Cook Islands and the Republic of Korea at Tamarind House on Wednesday night.

Business


Aitutaki resident puts pen to paper to realise 10-year newspaper dream

Friday 17 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands

Recognising an opportunity that takes dedication, hard work and thick skin, Aitutakian entrepreneur Alan Nanai has taken on producing the island’s Morning Star newspaper.

Local


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