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Darts club throws lifeline to less fortunate
Thursday 16 December 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, National
The Charlies Eke Darts Club based in Titikaveka are not just about sport and socialising, the kind hearted members have donated over $12,600 to various community organisations on Rarotonga and the Pa Enua.
Palmerston hosting pre-Christmas celebrations
Thursday 16 December 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands
The Marsters families from Palmerston island are hosting an extravagant evening of live music, cultural entertainment, and island buffet food tonight.
St Joseph's ends school year on a high
Thursday 16 December 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Education, National
After a successful 2021 academic year, St Joseph’s Primary School’s principal says they are moving in the right direction and moving forward for the better.
New Act brings relief to deregistered companies
Thursday 16 December 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Politics
Local businesses that have been struck off the companies register can now reregister following the passing of the Companies Amendment Bill 2021 during the recent Parliament sitting.
Cook Islands formalise diplomatic ties with Kuwait
Thursday 16 December 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands has formalised diplomatic relations with the Government of the State of Kuwait following a signing ceremony in Wellington earlier this month.
Record 1000 Christmas Boxes packed for families in need
Thursday 16 December 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Christmas spirit is well and truly alive in Rarotonga when 1000 Christmas Boxes – a record for the Cook Islands Christmas Box project – were packed in an hour and 30 minutes.
May deadline for Empire bridge
Thursday 16 December 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National
Construction of the replacement Empire Bridge costing Cook Islands taxpayers $5 million is on track to be completed by May.
Christmas creative ei competition
Wednesday 15 December 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Culture, National
As a lead up to Christmas and taking advantage of the abundance of flowers on the island, the Punanga Nui Market vendors have organised an ei making competition for this Friday December 17.
First Fireworks and Christmas event for Mitiaro
Wednesday 15 December 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, National
For the first time, the island of Mitiaro marked the festive season with a Christmas at the Wharf event and dazzling display of fireworks.
CISPCA makes urgent appeal after puppies found on beach
Wednesday 15 December 2021 | Written by Sian Solomon | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands SPCA (CISPA) has seen a surge in calls after finding five distressed, sick, and starving puppies abandoned in Panama.
Maori education site goes live
Wednesday 15 December 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Education, National
A Cook Islands Māori version of educational website Get Safe Online is now live.
Rain brings relief to Penrhyn
Wednesday 15 December 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National
Over the past few weeks rain has poured down on the Northern group atoll of Penrhyn, bringing sighs of welcome relief for approximately 250 residents.
Piho’s gallery sneak peek
Wednesday 15 December 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Entertainment, National
Award-winning photographer Charlotte Piho is opening her new gallery in Muri from 6pm today for a first look.
PM signs off on USD $80m loan
Wednesday 15 December 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands has borrowed (USD) $40 million from the Asian Development Bank for immediate financing needs with an additional (USD) $40 million set aside if the country becomes in need of the money.
Government works planned for Mangaia
Tuesday 14 December 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Outer Islands
More resilient and fit-for-purpose public buildings, better access to quality services and infrastructure, employment opportunities, improved health and wellbeing, enhanced community pride – we envision all of these things and more for the people of Mangaia and in turn the rest of our Pa Enua as each new project comes to fruition, writes Prime Minister Mark Brown.
Wet weather lashes parts of Rarotonga
Tuesday 14 December 2021 | Written by Sian Solomon | Published in Environment, National
Heavy rain and thunderstorms lashed parts of the Cook Islands over the weekend, flooding areas around Rarotonga.
Raro cops to step up helmet enforcement
Tuesday 14 December 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National
Rarotonga cops are stepping up motorcycle helmet enforcement as the island heads in to the silly season.
101-year-old Emily Russell laid to rest
Tuesday 14 December 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
In an extraordinary life spanning over a century, Emily Patience Mii-Metua Russell has left behind a lasting impression on those who have crossed paths with her.
Exploring creativity with 3D printing
Tuesday 14 December 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Entertainment, National
In a bid to diversify their ‘creative business’, Island Craft is taking baby steps in the direction towards technological advancement through the use of their 3D printer.
Bank launches secure system to protect customers from fraud
Tuesday 14 December 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, National
BSP Cook Islands has launched its 3D Secure Service to make online card transaction secure.
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