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Cook Islanders in NZ at greater risk of hospitalisation for Covid-19
Saturday 9 January 2021 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Health, National
Another community outbreak of coronavirus in New Zealand could be devastating for New Zealand Maori and Pacific people including more than 80,000 Cook Islanders, a recently released research paper by Te Punaha Matatini researchers has shown.
Choosing a healthier lifestyle
Friday 8 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
This year has been declared the ‘International Year of Fruits and Vegetables’ by the United Nations General Assembly.
University of South Pacific enrolment up 500 per cent
Friday 8 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National
While universities around the world are seeing a sharp decline in enrolment, USP Cook Islands has seen a huge increase thanks to a government initiative.
World’s remotest learner
Friday 8 January 2021 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National, Outer Islands
Living on a tiny remote island of Palmerston has not stopped Caroline Marsters from dreaming big.
Penrhyn to dry up in 14 days
Friday 8 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Outer Islands
An island government official said the northern group atoll is dealing with one of the worst water shortages in years, prompting Prime Minister Mark Brown's government to approve an emergency shipment of water and desalination equipment to the island.
Royal New Zealand Air Force makes a pit stop
Friday 8 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Rarotonga's skies received a rare buzz on Thursday with the visit of NZ Air Force aircraft.
‘People need to take their welfare seriously,' private security firm director says
Friday 8 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Hiring security is about prevention and people need to take their welfare more seriously, says Chris Denny, director of Cook Islands Security.
‘Thank you for your kindness’
Thursday 7 January 2021 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local, National
Organisers of the Brotree initiative were overwhelmed by the generosity shown by the community for Arorangi Prison inmates.
Rarotonga’s electricity agency appoints first female head
Thursday 7 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
The local electricity agency has announced its new chief executive officer.
No extra subsidy for barge operator
Thursday 7 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, Local, National
Following protests by a rival shipping company, government will not be paying a contentious subsidy to Cook Islands General Transport to assist with its recent acquisition of a barge.
‘New Covid strain, no problem’
Thursday 7 January 2021 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Health, National
Cook Islands authorities remain adamant that the risk of Cook Islanders traveling to New Zealand contracting coronavirus is low, despite a new variant of the virus, known as B.1.1.7 that has forced the UK into its third lockdown, arriving in New Zealand.
Maritime Cook Islands mulls over investigating stabbing incident
Thursday 7 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Maritime Cook Islands will decide whether or not to investigate a stabbing incident that occurred on board a Cook Islands registered vessel.
The $150k dance
Wednesday 6 January 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands
The Aitutaki koni raoni (dance around) combined fundraising event for the villages of Vaipae and Vaipeka has raised over $150,000.
Riding into 2021 in style!
Wednesday 6 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
These youngsters were headed to the Avana jetty for a swim to cool off from the heat after helping out with picking up rubbish at home.
Public Service Commissioner clarifies Health appointment
Wednesday 6 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
The Public Service Commissioner will finalise the top Health Ministry role by the end of this month
Holidays with the horses
Wednesday 6 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Island youth were given a treat over the holidays when they had a chance to spend some time with Rarotonga’s three horses at Avana harbour.
Poor water quality in Muri lagoon persists
Wednesday 6 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Environment, National
Poor water quality continues to affect the lagoon as the seasonal weather conditions that led to the deterioration continue to persist.
Barge to leave for third trip to Tongareva
Wednesday 6 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Outer Islands
MV Taunga Nui has been to the northern group island of Penrhyn twice after arriving in the country in November.
MP's planting project brightens up lives
Tuesday 5 January 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The once bare looking Constitution Park grounds now have beautiful bursts of colour and vitality with plants and fruit trees lining the road side border to beautify the area.
End of an era for Muri beach landmark
Tuesday 5 January 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
After 32 years of operating Sails Restaurant on Muri beach, the Tierney family have announced the closure of the restaurant and look forward to a well-deserved change of pace.
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