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Kata: Recruiting NZ seasonal workers ... in Raro?

Thursday 18 February 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion

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 […]

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.

LETTERS: Pure Epetoma – the prayer week & NZ Quarantine diary

Monday 11 January 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Letters - Monday January 11.

Cook Islander caught in Noumea chaos

Thursday 10 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in National, New Caledonia, Regional

A Cook Islander, her husband and their children are caught up in rising unrest in New Caledonia's capital as protest action against the planned sale of Vale nickel plant continues.

Formal relationship recognised with MOU

Wednesday 2 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Signing of Memorandum of Understanding cements relationship between Vaka Takitumu in Rarotonga and Takitimu Waka in New Zealand.

Mare reels in winner with 165.6 kg marlin

Wednesday 25 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Other Sports, Sports

Tearoa (Boof) Mare hooked the winning fish out from the seawall on boat Ikurangi using an island lure to claim the top prize at the CITC Woodstock Fishing Tournament.

The story of MV Taunga Nui

Wednesday 25 November 2020 | Written by Derek Fox | Published in Editorials, Opinion

The MV Taunga Nui - owned by Cook Islands General Transport - will arrive in Rarotonga on Thursday after a two-week long delivery voyage from Australia. Derek Fox writes about the vessel and its planned role to support projects in the Pa Enua.

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.

OPINION: Anger from fear and worry

Monday 23 November 2020 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion

People attack rather than embrace, and they end up with miscommunication and distrust, writes People attack rather than embrace, and they end up with miscommunication and distrust. By Ruta Tangiiau Mavé.

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.

OPINION: The perils of political appointments

Saturday 21 November 2020 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion

Political appointments damage not only the integrity of our democracy but also the integrity of whichever Ministry they work in, writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.

OPINION: Pictures that speak for themselves

Saturday 21 November 2020 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Editorials, Opinion

Photography can make a big impact in many ways. Just one photo can expose environmental problems like nothing else, writes Kate McKessar of Te Ipukarea Society.

The Flying Nicholas Brothers of Ruatonga: Pt 2

Saturday 21 November 2020 | Written by Rod Dixon | Published in Features, Memory Lane

This second of two articles, concludes the story of two courageous brothers from Ruatonga, Tatio and Marama Nicholas, who flew with Bomber Command and the Royal New Zealand Air Force in the Second World War. By Rod Dixon.

Tourism industry eager for bubble, ready for visitors

Wednesday 11 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National

The tourism industry says it’s ready to welcome visitors, but opening borders before Government financial support ends will be crucial for the sector to retain hospitality workers.

Prime Minister and Opposition leader congratulate Biden and Harris on election victory

Saturday 7 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Politics

PM Mark Brown and other Pacific leaders have offered words of congratulations to the newly elected President and Vice President.