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Souber Driver Raro: ‘I wanted to save lives’
Saturday 11 September 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
Resident inspired to start a sober driving service on Rarotonga following a spate of fatal accidents on the island in early 2020.
Suicide rate ‘worrying’
Saturday 11 September 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National
Two cases of suicide were recorded last year making Cook Islands’ suicide rate worse than New Zealand, says Te Kainga O Pa Taunga Mental health and Wellbeing NGO.
SPCA looking to arrange ‘staycations’ for their dogs
Friday 10 September 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
The SPCA Cook Islands is proposing an idea that will allow their many homeless dogs to take a break from the shelter and have a taste of what it’s like to be part of a family, even for just a weekend.
Fundraiser for Aitutaki’s 200th Bi-Centennial
Friday 10 September 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National
Tasty fresh barbequed fish direct from Aitutaki will be on sale on Friday at Constitution Park to raise funds for the island’s historic 200th Bi-Centennial Anniversary of Christianity’s arrival, next month.
Australia offers Cook Islands a helping hand
Friday 10 September 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
Aussies have reached out to Cook Islanders in the hope small projects will have big benefits for the nation.
Red Cross marks World First Aid Day
Friday 10 September 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands Red Cross Society will today join the rest of the world in celebrating the World First Aid Day.
Superfund decreases rates again
Friday 10 September 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National
The national superfund has decreased contribution rates, putting more money in the pockets of employees and employers during the ongoing economic downturn caused by New Zealand’s Covid-19 outbreak.
Young paddlers dig deep for annual event
Friday 10 September 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
Te Tupu O Te Manava Outrigger Canoe Club juniors are stepping up training as the countdown is on for Vaka Eiva in November.
Malo e lelei – Creative Centre celebrates Tongan Language Week
Thursday 9 September 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Members of the Creative Centre welcomed friends and supporters with a friendly ‘Malo e lelei’ yesterday to celebrate Tongan Language Week.
Answering the ‘call of duty’
Thursday 9 September 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
A Cook Islander stranded in New Zealand due to suspension of inward travels has joined the country’s health team in an effort to contain the dangerous Delta variant.
CIIC shares their outer islands plan
Thursday 9 September 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National
A lunch event put on for the Pa Enua mayors and executive officers by the Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) last week was a resounding success.
Taskforce to provide travel bubble update on Monday
Thursday 9 September 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, Local, National
An update on quarantine free travel will likely come Monday, says Border Easement Taskforce.
Cops strengthen digital platform with new crime fighting weapons
Thursday 9 September 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
The Transnational Crime Unit (TCU) team at the Cook Islands Police Service was given a boost with an upgrade of technical support on Wednesday, taking delivery of new computers in a short ceremony.
Youth cyber safety ‘a major concern’
Thursday 9 September 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
Growing concerns around youth online vulnerability have prompted police to deliver cyber safety lessons.
Toa logs to help school
Thursday 9 September 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Expressions of interest are being sought for the logs of toa (ironwood) trees that have been gifted to Apii Takitumu by the Matavera community, to benefit the school.
Autism Cook Islands classes gain momentum
Wednesday 8 September 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Autism Cook Islands Saturday gymnastics classes are gaining momentum with clear progress being seen every week.
Candidates line up for CINSF member representative role
Wednesday 8 September 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands National Superannuation Fund (CINSF) is seeking a contributors representative on the Board for a new three-year appointment. Melina Etches reports.
Suspicious blaze in the hands of police
Wednesday 8 September 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
An investigation into a suspicious blaze where neighbouring houses narrowly escaped fire damage is now in the hands of police.
Civil project fund recipients sign contracts - $200k approved
Wednesday 8 September 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Rarotonga recipients of the Ministry of Internal Affairs Social Impact Fund (SIF) signed their official contracts yesterday.
Cricket Club celebrates with new look
Wednesday 8 September 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Takuvaine Cricket Club members celebrated the fruit of their four-year labour in obtaining a full set of cricket uniforms as well as two bags full of cricket gear.
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