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Fundraiser to help tsunami-hit Tonga
Friday 21 January 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National
A radiothon will be held today in Rarotonga to support tsunami-hit Tonga amid water and food shortage.
Unvaxed returns negative tests
Thursday 20 January 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National
Close to 30 unvaccinated individuals have arrived into the country since the border reopening on Thursday last week.
Australian High Commissioner returns to Raro
Thursday 20 January 2022 | Written by Sian Solomon | Published in Economy, National
Australian High Commissioner to the Cook Islands Dr Christopher Watkins and his partner Dr Penelope Witt have returned to Rarotonga after three months.
Unfavourable weather set to continue
Thursday 20 January 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in National, Weather
Cook Islands continues to be pounded by strong gale force winds, rough seas and intense rainfall as a new tropical disturbance has made its way here.
Rapid Antigen Tests to cost $10 from Monday
Thursday 20 January 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National
Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health has set the rate for the Rapid Antigen Test (RAT) for local residents and visitors heading to the Pa Enua from Monday, January 24.
Juggling act as authorities refute obstruction claims
Thursday 20 January 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Crime, National
Authorities have refuted claims the partner of an Arorangi Prison inmate is being obstructed in her attempts to see him, following her public calls for help.
Barber offers free haircuts for elderly and persons with disability
Thursday 20 January 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Business, National
When the Covid-19 related restrictions and new health safety rules started, Rarotonga barber William Atunaisa Nuku Wade felt he had to do something, anything to give back to the community, “especially for the vulnerable”.
‘Leave my mangoes alone’
Wednesday 19 January 2022 | Written by Sian Solomon | Published in Economy, National
Some local residents have taken exception to random strangers picking their fruit and flowers, saying it doesn’t hurt to ask before helping yourself to other people’s property.
No tsunami alert raises concern
Wednesday 19 January 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National
Grave concerns have been raised by members of the community as to why there was no tsunami alert on Friday, January 14, following a volcanic eruption in Tonga.
Face masks now compulsory at Punanga Nui Market
Wednesday 19 January 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
Everyone must now wear a mask when visiting the Punanga Nui Market, says manager William Taripo.
Aitutaki ‘anxious’ as Kiwi visitors arrive
Wednesday 19 January 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Outer Islands
There is anxiety on Aitutaki amid Covid-19 variants as tourists converge on the island for the first time in five months.
‘I’m not allowed to visit him’
Wednesday 19 January 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Crime, National
The partner of an Arorangi Prison inmate who is understood to be in serious medical condition says she has been obstructed in her attempts to see him following her public calls for help.
Prayers and hope for loved ones in Tonga
Tuesday 18 January 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
Cook Islanders who are in the dark about their families and friends in the tsunami-hit Tonga are praying and hoping they are safe.
Second overseas bank reduces interest rates
Tuesday 18 January 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National
Two of the three main home mortgage lenders have taken steps to ease financial burden, but questions remain as to when the third - a government owned institution - will take advice from the Economic Recovery Roadmap (ERR) and also lower interest rates.
Takuva’ine Valley Water Catchment signage installed
Tuesday 18 January 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National
To start off 2022 on a positive note for the environment and to raise awareness on a very special place on Rarotonga, the Takuva’ine Water Catchment Committee have installed new signage at the base of the track and replaced an old broken “STOP” sign further up leading to the traditional taro terraces and ‘ūtū planting area in the valley.
New Chinese ambassador promotes ‘mutual affinity and understanding’
Tuesday 18 January 2022 | Written by Sian Solomon | Published in Economy, National
China’s new ambassador to the Cook Islands arrived in Wellington, New Zealand this month.
Port closed as ‘rough weather to continue’
Tuesday 18 January 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Environment, National
Strong winds and high seas are set to persist this week forcing authorities to close Rarotonga’s port to vessels at least until Sunday.
Skipper stops in to restock as conditions uncertain
Tuesday 18 January 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Environment, National
Monday brought a brief respite for Lady Moana skipper Sefanaia Tuwai and his crew of seven, who were allowed to dock at Avatiu port to restock essential supplies.
The search for Te Mire Atu composer
Monday 17 January 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, National
In celebration of Cook Islands compositions, new and experienced song writers are encouraged to register for the Mire Atu composer’s competition in March.
Vendors facing confusion over health measures
Monday 17 January 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Confusion regarding the ‘recommended’ or ‘compulsory’ new regulations of the wearing of masks at the Punanga Nui Market on Saturday was widespread.
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