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Air Rarotonga sees busy winter for Aitutaki
Saturday 15 May 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in National, Outer Islands
Air Rarotonga managing director Ewan Smith says they will be “gradually” ramping up flight frequency to Aitutaki as flights from Auckland increase.
Champion dancing for pride and passion
Saturday 15 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
The Mire Ura 2021 senior girls dance champion Ambushia Mateariki said she was dancing for ‘Pride’ and passion on Thursday night.
Covid-19 support for businesses to end in June
Saturday 15 May 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National
Financial support for the private sector during the Covid-19 pandemic winds down at the end of next month, however government says further assistance could be made available in the event of another border closure.
Even with export ban, pa’ua recovery may take decades
Friday 14 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Environment, National
The Cook Islands National Environmental Services have reminded the public once again of the restrictions surrounding the removal of pa’ua (giant clam meat and shells) from the reef and taking the shellfish out of the country.
Aitutaki expects slow, steady tourism restart
Friday 14 May 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in National, Outer Islands
Aitutaki tourism operators are anticipating a slow and steady start as the Cook Islands opens up a travel bubble with New Zealand.
Koutu Nui looks closely at land laws
Friday 14 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The Koutu Nui, the country’s traditional sub-chiefs, are looking closely into land laws and plans to make recommendations to Parliament on possible amendments to them.
Sludgy dilemma: Dump or leave in water
Friday 14 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National
Two emergency proposals to handle the escalating waste problem at Rarotonga intakes have been put on hold, reports Melina Etches.
Rarotonga residents recover from floods
Friday 14 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in National, Weather
Rarotonga residents began dealing with the effects of recent flooding on Thursday after torrential rains hammered down over the whole island this week.
Rarotonga drenched after downpour causes flooding
Thursday 13 May 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National, Weather
Widespread flooding has been reported at residences and businesses around Rarotonga after intense rainfall this week, and the forecast is calling for a wet couple of months ahead.
Police curfew checks ‘abusing rights’
Thursday 13 May 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Crime, National
Concerns have been raised over police’s nightly curfew checks on accused persons out on bail.
Injunction sought to stop dumping of water treatment sludge
Thursday 13 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National
A group of landowners is seeking an injunction to stop Rarotonga's water agency dumping sludge removed from settling ponds, onto a Takuvaine property that’s next to taro patches.
‘Empowerment retreat’ for 300 Health staff
Thursday 13 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National
This weekend about 300 Te Marae Ora staff will attend an empowerment retreat at the Edgewater Resort.
Covid-19 vaccination of entire country by end of July, government says
Thursday 13 May 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Health, National
Cook Islands residents can expect to receive their first dosage of the Covid-19 vaccine next week under a government plan unveiled yesterday.
Covid-19 vaccinations to begin next week, government says
Wednesday 12 May 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands residents will begin receiving their first dosage of the Covid-19 vaccine next week under a government plan released to the public on Wednesday.
Who are we without our Maori language?
Wednesday 12 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
Taputukura Mariri was honoured to receive a warrant of appointment to the Kopapa Reo Maori, the Maori Language Commission on Tuesday.
More passengers, freight with Dreamliner
Wednesday 12 May 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National
Flights from New Zealand start with a trickle in May and turn daily in July according to Air New Zealand’s flight schedule.
Man facing cannabis charge to travel to NZ for partner's kidney transplant
Wednesday 12 May 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Crime, National
Rodney Ngatikao faces cannabis charges and is leaving for New Zealand to support his partner who needs a kidney transplant.
Nurses answer the call
Wednesday 12 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
On International Nurses’ Day today, Cook Islands health minister has paid tribute to nurses around the world, including our own, as well as Cook Islander Louisa Akavi, who has been missing for seven years since her kidnapping in 2013.
Removal of almond and ironwood trees for safety, government agency says
Wednesday 12 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
The Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) has started to remove four trees from the Avarua township median strip.
Police anticipate increase in burglaries with bubble
Wednesday 12 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Crime, National
The border opening to New Zealand tourists is expected to have a positive impact on the economy but the Police Service is already concerned about how the adjustment in Rarotonga’s social dynamic will influence the rate of unlawful activity.
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