National
Clerk role challenged
Tuesday 9 February 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Politics
The Opposition is challenging why the job description for a top government job has been significantly changed in its re-advertisement.
A new leg for dancing
Monday 8 February 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National
In March 2020, Louisa Maea from the island of Manihiki had her right leg amputated below the knee. She shares her journey of losing her leg and the appreciation she has for the invaluable support from Te Vaerua, the service manager Maine Beniamina and physiotherapist Pare Tangata - whom she now calls her “sisters”.
A bond like no other
Monday 8 February 2021 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local, National
If there is one silver lining that has come out of the Covid-19 pandemic, it is that the relationship between Cook Islands and New Zealand is stronger than ever. That was evident and acknowledged at this year’s Waitangi Day gathering at Ngatipa hosted by New Zealand High Commissioner to Cook Islands, Tui Dewes.
Giving back to the community
Monday 8 February 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Not wanting to waste medicinal “akari pi” plants, Pamela Taea has given away her plants to the community.
Waiting patiently for border to open
Monday 8 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Cate Walker, who started the campaign to restore the Nikao Cemetery in Panama - the last resting place of many Cook Islands soldiers from World War One - is hoping that borders will be open soon.
‘Do the work, get the rewards’
Saturday 6 February 2021 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local, National
To date, 35 Cook Islanders have been recruited and sent to Invercargill in New Zealand to take on freezing works roles, while another 40 people will leave next month to take up fruit picking and packing roles in Tauranga.
Alleged fourth offender in shop robbery granted bail
Saturday 6 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Justice of the Peace John Whitta granted bail to alleged fourth offender of the Woo’s Store armed robbery, on strict conditions.
Forum chair’s unwavering support for Henry Puna
Saturday 6 February 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National, Pacific Islands, Regional
Henry Puna is expected to take up the Pacific Islands Forum’s Secretary General position in April this year.
Opposition party calls for review of ‘ageist’ driver’s licencing process
Saturday 6 February 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Politics
An appeal has been made to the government to allow commonsense to prevail and get rid of the strict driver’s licence criteria that now applies to those aged sixty and over that’s already proving highly unpopular.
A dream come true for Boaza
Saturday 6 February 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
Makitua Boaza (nee Toka) is the new Maori coordinator for Te Kopapa Reo Maori, the Maori Language Commission of the Cook Islands.
Manihiki schools combine
Saturday 6 February 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
Manihiki’s Tukao School has become the satellite school of Tauhunu School and will now operate under the management and leadership of principal Anna Rauru.
Wonderful wetlands
Saturday 6 February 2021 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Environment, National
Flooding like the recent severe episodes in Avatiu were far less frequent or severe back in the days when the wetlands were intact, writes Te Ipukarea Society.
New Zealand affirms further health support
Friday 5 February 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Health, National
Officials from Cook Islands and New Zealand held more technical and detailed discussions relating to the two-way quarantine free travel, Covid-19 vaccine and further support to strengthen the local health system.
Pukapuka lays out red carpet for PM Brown
Friday 5 February 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Outer Islands
Having arrived in Pukapuka on Tuesday morning, Prime Minister Mark Brown and his accompanying government delegation are now in the final stages of their mission to the northern group this week.
St Joseph’s prefects ‘energised and ready’
Friday 5 February 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
St Joseph’s Primary School prefects were invested yesterday at a special church service held at the St Joseph’s Catholic Cathedral.
Laws to keep litterers away
Friday 5 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National
With plans to establish the Nikao Social Centre area as a park, laws and regulations aligning with the National Environment Services will soon be implemented.
Watching out for one another
Friday 5 February 2021 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Crime, National
With an increase in burglaries and incidences where offenders have entered properties and taken money and other valuables while the occupants are in the house, police say community groups like Neighbourhood Watch are vital.
Accused admits wrongdoing in police defraud case
Friday 5 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
One of the four accused of conspiring to defraud the Cook Islands Police has pleaded guilty.
Fourth robbery accused to appear in court
Friday 5 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
The fourth alleged offender suspected to have been involved in an alleged armed robbery of Woo’s Store in Tikioki, is expected to appear in court today.
Punanga Nui Market ‘pumping’
Friday 5 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Punanga Nui Market fees will remain free for vendors during the week from Monday to Friday, says market manager William Taripo.
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