National

Pfizer preferred Covid-19 vaccine choice for Government

Wednesday 10 March 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Health, National

Government is opting for a ‘highly effective’ vaccine to protect Cook Islands people against coronavirus

Health


Stepping into the Prime Minister’s shoes

Tuesday 9 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National

Forty-two senior students from six schools took part in a mock Parliamentary session yesterday, and debated on the new helmet law.

Education


A special day for special people at Vaka pride and Women's day event

Tuesday 9 March 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National

It was triple celebrations at Punanga Nui Market yesterday including Minister George (Maggie) Angene’s 60th birthday.

Local


PM Brown on another northern group tour

Tuesday 9 March 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Outer Islands

Prime Minister Mark Brown is touring northern group islands of Manihiki and Rakahanga, running a series of consultations there.

National

A passion for books

Tuesday 9 March 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National

Rarotonga's book club has returned to its new location at Muri Beach Club Hotel after a summer hiatus.

Local


Dengue symptoms? Call in for advice, health officials say

Tuesday 9 March 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Health

The government says not everyone with dengue symptoms needs to be tested.

Health


PM in spotlight as charter flight matter back in court

Tuesday 9 March 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Crime, National

Private criminal proceedings filed against Prime Minister Mark Brown and former Prime Minister Henry Puna highlight the jury trials commencing tomorrow following a gap of over a year caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Crime

Respecting the voices of Cook Islands women at Parliament

Tuesday 9 March 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National

The Australian High Commission celebrated International Women’s Day with 42 students from the mock Youth Parliament yesterday.

Local


More translation courses needed

Monday 8 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Culture, National

The Kopapa Reo Maori translation/interpretation workshop course held last week at Sinai Hall was a challenging experience for Michael Moeara from the island of Mangaia.

Culture


Incoming passengers

Monday 8 March 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, Local, National

Around 55 passengers are expected to arrive in Rarotonga from Auckland tomorrow.

Economy

Akararangi’anga no te iti vaine o te Kuki Airani

Monday 8 March 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

The International Women’s Day movement has called upon the global community to “Choose to Challenge” for gender equality this year.

Local

Decrease in Super rates

Monday 8 March 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National

Lower forecasted investment returns have prompted the Cook Islands National Superannuation Fund to decrease pay out rates for new pensioners.

Economy


Action Man helps Creative Centre

Monday 8 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National

Minister George (Maggie) Angene, Member of Parliament for Tupapa, was out with his boys assisting the Creative Centre with their clean up around the compound on Friday.

Local


Public consultations on Covid-19 vaccine this week

Monday 8 March 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Health, National

Te Marae Ora health ministry is holding consultation meetings this week to advise people on the government’s plans to roll-out the coronavirus vaccine.

Health


From sunny Rarotonga to freezing works

Monday 8 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National

Six of Captain Tama’s Lagoon Cruizes staff are currently in New Zealand under a seasonal work contract – all to support their families here in Rarotonga.

Local


Travel bubble uncertainty in an already uncertain business

Saturday 6 March 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, Features, National, Weekend

As government works towards two-way quarantine-free travel with New Zealand by the end of the month, local businesses are getting desperate and many say they can’t survive much longer without tourists. Yet even with a bubble, they face unprecedented challenges in an uncertain environment.

Economy


Mixing science with fun and imagination

Saturday 6 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, Features, National, Weekend

Former Miss Cook Islands and Miss South Pacific Joyana Finch recently released a book ‘Buzz the Electron’ on Amazon. Just weeks after its release, Finch saw the book rise to number one in the ‘Children’s electricity and electronic’ category on Amazon. It has received a five-star rating.

Education


Matie Ethical Care – Caring for the land, the people and the future

Saturday 6 March 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National

This week, Te Ipukarea Society is very pleased to share information about a new environmental initiative which has recently been established here in Rarotonga, writes Kate Mckessar.

Environment


Respected leader laid to rest

Saturday 6 March 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Hundreds of mourners attended the funeral of well-respected paramount chief and passionate cultural expert, Tararo Temaeva Arii Tepoua’e Karati Ariki MBE (Papa Maeva) of Akatokamanava, who was buried at the Avarua Cook Islands Christian Church (CICC) grounds yesterday.

Local


Superwomen to share stories of challenge and perseverance

Saturday 6 March 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Six women will be sharing their stories on how they #ChooseToChallenge in their work places and communities in acknowledgement and celebration of International Women’s Day on Monday. March 8.

Local

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