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Singing their hearts out
Friday 8 October 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Tough competition in the Karaoke Idol singing competition has resulted in two ‘wild card’ entrants selected by the judges to advance to the finals.
‘Run for the Hub’
Friday 8 October 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
The Compassion Project Rarotonga (CPR) has come up with an energetic effort to raise funds for a hub that will serve as the centre of the local non-governmental organisation (NGO).
Palmerston resolves mayor impasse
Friday 8 October 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Outer Islands
Bill Marsters has been appointed the Mayor of Palmerston Island after the three family heads on the island – Papa Bill for the Akakaingaro line, Bob Marsters (Matauia line) and Taepae Marsters (Tepou line) – agreed to resolve the impasse over this issue amicably.
Brutality claims unfounded: Police
Friday 8 October 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Crime, National
Cook Islands Police say claims of brutality against one of their officers filed by a Fiji national ‘don’t stack up’.
No plans for booster shots
Friday 8 October 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Health, National
A government spokesperson says the Cook Islands is not considering Covid-19 vaccine booster shots at this stage.
Happy to be home
Friday 8 October 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
It has cost Cook Islands taxpayers $94,000 to fly 87 people from Christchurch to Rarotonga on the first of two repatriation flights.
Mobile desexing clinic completes Ngatangiia Puna
Thursday 7 October 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Te Are Manu Vet Clinic took their mobile desexing clinic to their fourth stop, the Ngatangiia Puna yesterday, where they were able to desex 12 dogs before midday. Only two vets are now carrying out the desexing procedures, as border closures have stopped overseas volunteer vets to fly over for additional help.
‘No jab, no fly’ policy receives mixed response
Thursday 7 October 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in National
Air New Zealand’s decision to ask customers to get ready for international travel by getting vaccinated has received a mixed reaction from Cook Islanders.
Aitutaki set to receive $32,400 for Bi-Centennial Celebrations
Thursday 7 October 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands
Each of the eight villages on Aitutaki will receive a cheque of $4050 from the Aitutaki Peoples Association Inc (APAI) of Rarotonga to assist with the expenses of hosting the island’s historic 200th Bi-Centennial Anniversary of Christianity’s arrival, later this month.
Empire bridge construction ‘on pause’
Thursday 7 October 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National
Work on the Empire Bridge is on pause while Infrastructure Cook Islands (ICI) waits for the Cook Islands National Environment Service to approve the rest of the project, which could happen in a month and a half.
Concerns over ‘irresponsible behaviour’ on Rarotonga roads
Thursday 7 October 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
More incidents of irresponsible behaviour on Rarotonga roads have prompted another reminder to motorists of responsible driving.
Deputy prime minister Robert Tapaitau suspended over corruption related charge
Thursday 7 October 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Crime, National
Deputy Prime Minister Robert Tapaitau has been suspended pending outcome of his court case after he was revealed as the government member being charged with conspiracy to defraud.
Murienua holds ‘Food and Garage Sale’
Thursday 7 October 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
The opening day of the ‘Food and Garage Sale’ yesterday organised by the Murienua community proved a major hit with more produce and delicacies expected today and tomorrow.
Deputy Prime Minister ‘steps aside’
Wednesday 6 October 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Crime, National, Politics
Deputy Prime Minister Robert Tapaitau has been revealed as the government member facing conspiracy to defraud charge.
Autism Cook Islands gears up for busy term 4
Wednesday 6 October 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Autism Cook Islands spent last week wrapping up what had been a busy term 3 filled with activities. The organisation is already looking forward to what they will cover next term.
Playground to open on Saturday
Wednesday 6 October 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Jacob and Andrea Tuitoga have had a great start to the school holidays - the siblings were having fun at the Punanga Nui Playground yesterday.
‘It’s about supporting, encouraging and developing young business women’
Wednesday 6 October 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands Business and Professional Women Association (BPW) celebrates 30 years of supporting women in business this year with a thread of ongoing events to follow their anniversary celebrations including a charity fundraising gala and the Emerging Entrepreneur Awards.
Government plan for the returning Cook Islanders
Wednesday 6 October 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands Government has outlined its plan for the returning stranded Cook Islanders while keeping the country Covid-19 free.
Festival goers show support for breast cancer awareness
Wednesday 6 October 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Pink October kicked off to a great start yesterday in a joint effort between the Cook Islands Football Association and the Cook Islands Breast Cancer Foundation to host a ‘She Shines’ Football Festival at the CIFA Complex.
Inmate admitted to hospital with breathing difficulties
Wednesday 6 October 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
An inmate from the Arorangi Prison was admitted as an in-patient at the Rarotonga Hospital last Friday October 3, after he was found having breathing difficulties.
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