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Church service collects donations for men's health
Friday 16 April 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The cyclone season thanksgiving service on Sunday drew one of the largest crowds ever seen at the annual prayer day, considering the sports awards function was taking place at the same time in Arorangi.
Probation for threatening to kill
Friday 16 April 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National
A Rarotonga man escaped jail time for threatening to kill his neighbours in a heated argument.
Government's not shouting your beer
Friday 16 April 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National
The former executive officer of the Mitiaro Island Administration tried to use government money to buy $177 of personal alcohol but was stopped by a shopkeeper, an audit office report has revealed.
Getting a ‘pawdicure’
Friday 16 April 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Over $1000 was raised by the charitable veterinary clinic Te Are Manu Clinic who had their ‘Itchy and Scratchy’ Day yesterday at the Punanga Nui Market.
Enhancing a climate resilient marine sector
Thursday 15 April 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National
On the island of Aitutaki, efforts are underway to reverse the major declines in important marine resources caused by a combination of climate-driven and human-derived stressors.
Upstart airline grounded before take off
Thursday 15 April 2021 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National
Plans to start a new airline to provide direct flights from Wellington and Christchurch to the Cook Islands have been shelved.
The community raises its young men
Thursday 15 April 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
A dozen young Cook Islands men who successfully completed a one-week course that has been “spiritual, physical, emotional and mental” were awarded their certificates yesterday in front of proud family members.
MOU seeks to define roles between government agencies
Thursday 15 April 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National
The misunderstanding of the roles and responsibilities of the Ministry of Agriculture (MOA) and the Business Trade Investment Board (BTIB), instigated the process towards the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the two agencies.
Governmenmt slammed by Opposition for ‘shameful spending’
Thursday 15 April 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Government must curb spending and prioritise spending in areas that affects the livelihoods of the people, says the Opposition Democratic Party.
Changes to flight schedule made to facilitate runway repairs
Thursday 15 April 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National
Air New Zealand’s new flight schedule to Rarotonga has come into effect this week, allowing runway repair work at Rarotonga International Airport to pick up after earlier delays.
Covid ‘race’ brings cultural treasures
Wednesday 14 April 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
The latest volumes of Peu Maori books bring to light some of the legends of Cook Islands history and culture.
Ngamaru Henry Ariki’s final journey home
Wednesday 14 April 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands
The island of Atiu awaits the return of their late chief, Ngamaru Henry Ariki, who passed away recently.
Mike Pero parks Pasifika Air. For now
Wednesday 14 April 2021 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National
Continued uncertainty over quarantine-free travel between New Zealand and the Cook Islands has forced businessman Mike Pero to halt plans for his airline, Pasifika Air.
Government initiative aims to enhance public spaces
Wednesday 14 April 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
A new partnership between the Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) and Cook Islands Tourism is set to enhance national public spaces for the benefit of locals and tourists alike.
Many help Aitutaki’s Volunteer Fire Brigade
Wednesday 14 April 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands
The Aitutaki Volunteer Fire Brigade members are pleased with and proud of the administration and storage block extensions to their fire station.
Invalid search warrant, claims defence in drug case
Wednesday 14 April 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Crime, National
Cannabis packed into two PVC pipes was found with an invalid search warrant, a defence lawyer has told the High Court.
Concerns over child left alone outside bar
Wednesday 14 April 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
An organisation dedicated to keeping women and children safe, members of the public and police are concerned with an incident outside a bar in Avarua where a sleeping infant was left alone in a locked car.
Questions over health recruits
Wednesday 14 April 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Health, National
Reports of issues with recruiting overseas health specialists to help alleviate a staffing shortage at the Ministry of Health is raising concerns over the country’s Covid-19 health preparedness in advance of a potential two-way travel bubble with New Zealand.
Island’s beauty inspires exciting photo career
Tuesday 13 April 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Malia Photography began simply as an Instagram page but soon turned into an exciting business venture for a talented local photographer.
Dog Registration and Animal Control Committee established
Tuesday 13 April 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
The Dog Registration and Animal Control Committee was formed in early April following a multi-partner workshop to discuss the dog management issue on Rarotonga.
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