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A man of faith and service
Thursday 26 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
To mark his nomination for the Tane Toa Kuki Airani December-February 2021, Papa Tangimetua Kapi will be at the Islander Hotel on Thursday to celebrate with friends and family.
Covid-19 won't stop family reunion this holiday season
Wednesday 25 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
For many years leading up to Christmas, family reunions were the norm, when hundreds of families would fly into Rarotonga from overseas. For one family, this year's event may be quieter but Covid-19 won't get in the way of their plans.
LGBTQ+ groups slam bill deferral
Wednesday 25 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
LGBTQ+ rights groups say the fight for equal rights will continue, despite further delays put up by elected officials.
One day parliament sitting insufficient, Opposition says
Wednesday 25 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Politics
A speedy one-day sitting of Parliament later this week has drawn the ire of the Opposition Democratic Party.
New barge to arrive tomorrow
Wednesday 25 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands General Transport will welcome their new shipping vessel MV Taunga Nui as it is expected to arrive at the Avatiu Port tomorrow.
Mama Mousie Skews’ memory honoured
Wednesday 25 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Rotary Club of Rarotonga yesterday honoured the memory of the late Mama Mousie Skews as they officially handed over to St Joseph’s early childhood education students a number of play and work stations.
Tiare manea on full display
Wednesday 25 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The Airport Authority’s stunning Mire Tiare display portrays the innovation, time, work and commitment from the staff towards the government decorated properties competition.
Building resilience against climate change
Wednesday 25 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National
Climate Change Cook Islands says the people of Pukapuka are at the forefront of climate change.
An ocean of flowers - Rarotonga prepares for Mire Tiare week.
Tuesday 24 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Members of the Rarotonga Bowling Club created an impressive arrangement of flowers and plants to represent “the abundance of the ocean - te manea o te moana and marine life” for Mire Tiare week.
Crimes Bill deferred once again, delaying debate on same-sex rights
Tuesday 24 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
Parliamentarians are expected to delay debate on a draft Crimes Bill that decriminalises homosexuality. However, an MP report claims a majority of the public that participated in consultations want to keep the status quo, where the law doesn’t recognise equal rights for same-sex couples.
Bubble or go bust: survey says businesses burning through cash
Tuesday 24 November 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy, National
A new Private Sector Taskforce report reveals the stark reality of what the future looks like for many businesses in the Cook Islands if the country’s border remains closed.
Te Kara Run for the special ones
Tuesday 24 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Autism Cook Islands will be hosting a colourful fun Te Kara Run this Friday in a bid to support children and caregivers living with autism.
Parliament selling tickets to Manihiki
Tuesday 24 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
The Cook Islands Parliament is selling airline tickets to the public to recover costs to the Civil List.
Giving back to the people of Mitiaro
Monday 23 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Outer Islands
Rangi Kimiora enjoyed a comfortable life while growing up in Melbourne. But after spending a decade there, he decided to return home to Mitiaro to help improve the lives of his people on the island.
Committing to the Cook Islands Promise
Monday 23 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Health, National
Cook Islands Tourism Corporation are encouraging people join them in making “your Cook Islands Promise”.
Accidents land four in hospital
Monday 23 November 2020 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Multiple motor vehicle crashes were reported to police over the weekend, prompting calls for safe driving and without the influence of alcohol.
Licences for four new internet service providers paves the way for competition
Monday 23 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National
Four new local internet operators have been granted licences in a bid to improve services and provide competition to Vodafone Cook Islands.
Rare milkfish harvest carried out in Mitiaro
Monday 23 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Outer Islands
On Friday, the Arongamana of Mitiaro agreed to lift the Ra’ui on the lake of Mitiaro to harvest the freshwater milkfish.
Adapting to food and nutrition security needs
Monday 23 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National
Ministry of Agriculture is urging local growers to maintain the health of their soils amidst fears Covid-19 pandemic could spark a food crisis in the Pacific.
Lawyer following in her mother’s footsteps
Saturday 21 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
The call to law was inevitable for Norah Browne, watching her highly driven mother become one of the most successful female lawyers in the country.
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