National
Saving Rarotonga’s reef from the ‘spiky thing’
Tuesday 16 February 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National
A taramea outbreak is considered human induced, not a natural disaster, says a local marine biologist.
Titikaveka College appoints student leaders
Tuesday 16 February 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
Matamaru Florence Hosking Tekoronga of Titikaveka College was appointed a student leader for the third consecutive year at the school’s prefect investiture last Friday.
‘Certainty of travel cannot be guaranteed’ says PM after flight cancelled
Tuesday 16 February 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown says those who choose to travel must accept the risks and potential extra costs.
Air freight delays frustrate businesses
Tuesday 16 February 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National
Rarotonga businesses are frustrated with delay in air freight claiming the airline is prioritising passengers over much-needed cargo.
Speaker's resignation catches MPs off-guard
Tuesday 16 February 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Politics
Opposition MPs said the resignation of veteran Speaker of the Cook Islands Parliament Niki Rattle was unexpected, and the Prime Minister was only notified of the development over the weekend.
Cancelled travel plans turn from disappointment to delight
Tuesday 16 February 2021 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National
While there will be no passengers on today's flight from Auckland, one affected family stuck in NZ decided to make the most of the situation.
Hunter wants to improve public service delivery and professionalism
Monday 15 February 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Experienced senior public servant Carl Hunter will join the Office of the Public Service Commission as its new head this week, and seeks to overcome challenges to improve government service delivery.
‘Giving is not a burden to us ... it comes naturally’
Monday 15 February 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The vainetini executives will congregate and display a tivaivai exhibition in September in lead up to the ceremonies to celebrate the 200 years of the arrival of Christianity here.
Pa’ua export ban remains after decline
Monday 15 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Outer Islands
National Environment Service in partnership with Ministry of Marine Resources are working in the Pa Enua to protect pa’ua or giant sea clams.
Little Julia makes big triathlon debut
Monday 15 February 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Five-year-old Julia Chan was the youngest competitor at the third annual Paradise Supplies Kids Triathlon on Saturday, which saw a large turnout for the popular event.
New Covid cases in NZ affecting travel plans
Monday 15 February 2021 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National
Government will decide Monday on whether to allow passengers on tomorrow’s flight to Rarotonga following new Covid-19 community cases in Auckland.
A hive of activity
Saturday 13 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
The Avatiu wharf was a buzz yesterday with cargo vessel Olomana anchoring ready to offload cargo for Rarotonga. Also spotted was the barge MV Taunga Nui that returned on Wednesday evening after delivering cargo and machinery to the northern group as well as taking a government delegation. Road workers were also busy fixing the Avatiu […]
NZ delegation assists with bubble prep
Saturday 13 February 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Health, National
A delegation from New Zealand is in Rarotonga assisting with preparations for two-way quarantine-free travel, which officials said could be in place by the end of March.
Dengue cases increase
Saturday 13 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
There are now 14 dengue type-2 cases in Rarotonga.
Local Covid-19 tracing app gets Bluetooth upgrade
Saturday 13 February 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Health, National
Attendees at the Tourism Industry Council meeting on Thursday were frustrated at the lack of information surrounding the opening of the Cook Islands border to New Zealanders.
Opposition welcomes amendment to licencing regulation
Saturday 13 February 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Crime, National
Opposition Police shadow minister MP Tama Tuavera has welcomed the government’s decision to revoke “restrictive, burdensome and discriminatory rules” on drivers aged 60 and over.
PM Brown defends Puna’s selection
Saturday 13 February 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Pacific Islands, Politics, Regional
Pacific Islands Forum has been most effective when they have worked together as a single, unified body, says Prime Minister Mark Brown.
School welcomes newcomers with traditional feast
Saturday 13 February 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Education, National
Apii Te Uki Ou held a school umu on Thursday night, to come together as an extended school family and foster community spirit.
New Pasifika airline planning for June take-off
Friday 12 February 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National
The proposed Pasifika Air will not be a low-cost airline but cost efficient, says its multi-millionaire owner.
Hunter appointed Public Service Commissioner
Friday 12 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
The newly-appointed Public Service Commissioner will start his new role February 15.
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