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Autism Cook Islands holiday programme kicks off
Wednesday 20 April 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National
Autism Cook Islands holiday programme got underway with a drawing class hosted by local artist Hori Miller on Tuesday at Avarua School Hall.
Easter incidents ‘eerily’ similar to 2021: Police
Wednesday 20 April 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National
The long weekend wrapped up with the Easter holiday period showing little signs of change or improvement over last year, police say.
Fundraiser launched for Raro’s remaining horses
Wednesday 20 April 2022 | Written by Sian Solomon | Published in Local, National
An international Givealittle page has been launched for the last two surviving horses of Rarotonga.
Confusion over reparation costs
Wednesday 20 April 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Court, National
There was confusion in the Criminal Court over how much reparation needed to be paid following a motor accident.
Health staff ‘mobilised’ as Covid-19 makes its way through Pa Enua
Wednesday 20 April 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Health, National
As Covid-19 makes its way through the Pa Enua, Cook Islands Secretary of Health Bob Williams says Te Marae Ora (TMO) staff have been mobilised.
PR applications open
Wednesday 20 April 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands permanent resident applications are open with 140 available spaces to be filled.
Push for return of Christchurch flights
Wednesday 20 April 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National, Tourism
Castaway Resort owner Paul Ash is campaigning for the return of Christchurch to Rarotonga flights.
Cook Islands Maritime Crew back on track
Wednesday 20 April 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
After a minor setback in Western Australia, members of the Cook Islands Police Maritime Division are back on track with their training programme.
Fall at New Zealand port causes death
Wednesday 20 April 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National
A devastating fatal accident at the Ports of Auckland (POAL), New Zealand has claimed the life of well-loved 26-year-old Atiroa Tuaiti who hails from the island of Aitutaki.
Covid-19 cases cross 4000 mark
Tuesday 19 April 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Health, National
The Covid-19 cases have crossed 4000 mark following a slight increase in Aitutaki over the Easter long weekend.
Inclusion in the time of pandemic
Tuesday 19 April 2022 | Written by Sian Solomon | Published in Local, National
The pandemic has made life more accessible for many people through the use of internet technologies, but in the Cook Islands where the cost of living is high and communication limited, people with disabilities continue to feel ignored and abandoned.
Kiwi tourist pleads guilty
Tuesday 19 April 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, National
A New Zealand tourist who inappropriately touched a girl will be sentenced via Zoom today.
Easter Monday crash spoils accident free weekend
Tuesday 19 April 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Hopes of an accident-free Easter were dashed yesterday morning by a minor collision between a motorcyclist and a van, at Tupapa.
Rarotonga drug dealers receive prison sentence
Tuesday 19 April 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National
Two people have received prison sentences, while one person has received probation on cannabis-related charges last week in the High Court.
Families compete in series of fun and progressive athletics activities
Tuesday 19 April 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Entertainment, National
The inaugural Carnival Athletics Day was held on Easter Monday afternoon at the National Stadium in Nikao.
Minimum wage under review
Tuesday 19 April 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands minimum wage is currently under review, however, the Prime Minister says businesses would struggle with the added cost if it was to increase.
Party to celebrate ‘Freedom Day’
Saturday 16 April 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Entertainment, National
The Coco House Bros are back again this afternoon from 2pm with their 11th Official Sunset Session beach party at Vaiana’s on the Beach in Nikao.
Niua School prefects accomplish project
Saturday 16 April 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands
Niua School prefects show good leadership for the younger students in carrying out a project to help the school.
Visitor arrivals forecast brings hope
Saturday 16 April 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands tourism outlook is looking positive with visitor arrivals forecast to reach two-thirds of 2019 numbers in the coming months.
Incoming passengers no longer need pre-departure Covid test from May 1
Saturday 16 April 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Tourism
Cook Islands Tourism Industry Council has welcomed Cabinet’s decision to waive the requirement of a negative Covid-19 test from incoming passengers.
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