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Nom de plumes letters policy reinstated
Tuesday 26 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands News is re-opening its editorial columns to letters to the editor by writers using nom de plumes as opposed to their real names.
Rubbish dumping not on, says MP
Tuesday 26 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Members of the public and campers at the Social Centre in Nikao are being asked to look after their rubbish.
CookSafe contact tracing specifically for Cook Islanders, says Chamber
Monday 25 January 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
With the addition of Bluetooth functionality to the CookSafe contact tracing system on the horizon, the Cook Islands Chamber of Commerce would like to remind all Cook Islanders how important it is to keep using their CookSafe cards.
Ready to rep the Cook Islands
Monday 25 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Emma Tepaeru Kainuku-Walsh, Miss Cook Islands 2019 pageant first runner-up in, will represent Cook Islands at the 60th Miss International beauty pageant this year.
Government responds to latest community Covid case in NZ
Monday 25 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Health, National
Following a confirmed community Covid-19 case in Northland New Zealand, Te Marae Ora is keeping in daily contact with the New Zealand Ministry of Health and will implement further measures as required if the situation changes.
Humble hero saves kids at Trader Jack’s
Monday 25 January 2021 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local, National
Three young people who got into trouble in the water at Trader Jack’s on Saturday, have a locally trained lifeguard to thank for saving their lives.
Support for farmers priority for Agriculture Ministry
Monday 25 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National
Ministry of Agriculture says they are in a good position to continue to actively support farmers this year in a number of areas.
Passengers told to wear masks
Saturday 23 January 2021 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy, National
As 41 people arrived back on Rarotonga on Friday, another 125 Cook Islanders head back to New Zealand this afternoon.
Secure it or lose it, police warn even after drop in thefts
Saturday 23 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Crime, National
Among the declining crime statistics of unlawful activity being reported to the Cook Islands Police Service, incidents of theft have been steadily dropping each year, for more than 10 years.
Celebrating Australia Day ‘Kuki style’
Saturday 23 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
A group of Cook Islanders who have previously resided in Australia for an extended period will be hosting a special event for Australia’s High Commissioner to the Cook Islands Dr Christopher Watkins on Australia Day.
Water galleries installed in Penrhyn
Saturday 23 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Outer Islands
Government has completed the installation of water galleries in the villages of Omoka and Tetautua to help alleviate ongoing water issues in Penrhyn.
Terangi the turtle recovers
Saturday 23 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National
Te Ara O Te Onu Cook Islands has released the endangered Hawksbill turtle named Terangi that was found trapped in a fishing net, into the lagoon in Tikioki, after a short “staycation” in the salt water pool at Ocean Escape Resort.
Hospital Covid ward ready for activation
Saturday 23 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Health, National
Protective gear is in stock, staff have been trained, and renovations are complete at a specially-equipped and segregated ward at Rarotonga Hospital, where severely ill patients will be treated should coronavirus arrive in the Cook Islands.
Tips and tricks to achieving an eco-friendly school year
Saturday 23 January 2021 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Environment, National
With school starting on Monday, we have put together some tips on how students can reduce the amount of waste an individual can create, particularly when it comes to lunch waste.
Stolen firearm probe ongoing
Saturday 23 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
A week after an alleged fire arm theft incident, police yesterday said the case is still pending. The firearm is alleged to have been taken from an unsecured location.
PM welcomes Biden decision on climate change
Friday 22 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Environment, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown yesterday welcomed the United States’ commitment to re-join the Paris Agreement on climate change.
La Nina could prolong Penrhyn drought and heatwave
Friday 22 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Outer Islands
Much of the country continues to grapple with the high temperatures from the summer, with the ongoing La Nina weather event believed to be responsible for drier weather in the north.
Feeling hot, hot, HOT!
Friday 22 January 2021 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local, National
For those heading to watch the action at the Cook Islands Beach Games 2021 at Nikao Social Centre, an essential item to take may be an umbrella, not because it’s raining but because the sun is scorching!
Local Covid tracing app to be ‘similar’ to NZ
Friday 22 January 2021 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health, National
Government says an additional application to enhance the country’s Covid-19 contact tracing system will be implemented by the end of March.
Luxury cruise ship promotes Cooks trip
Friday 22 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National
Paul Gauguin Cruises are advertising Cook Islands as one of the destinations in its 2021 itinerary, but there's no imminent change to the temporary ban on cruise ships, officials say.
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