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Team Rakahanga sweeps aquatics medals at Cook Islands Games
Wednesday 9 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Court, National
The aquatics events, held over a three-day race, were the first of the Cook Islands Games’ sports to conclude with Team Rakahanga waving their flag with pride as they dominated several categories.
Visiting group Te Mana O Te Rima offers health services to Rarotonga elders
Thursday 26 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Elderly people in Rarotonga will join the world in celebrating the United Nations International Day of Older People on Tuesday next week.
ICI to review water policy amid crisis
Friday 13 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National
Infrastructure Cook Islands will review its National Water Policy, endorsed in 2016, to address the growing water crisis in the country, drawing on insights and solutions from the recent Pacific Water and Wastewater Conference and Expo.
New council president pledges to drive tourism development
Saturday 7 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in National, Tourism
The newly appointed president of the Cook Islands Tourism Industry Council aims to further develop the tourism sector in the Cook Islands, building upon the progress made since the Covid-19 pandemic.
Kiwi’s 63rd Rarotonga return
Monday 26 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in National, Tourism
An 82-year-old New Zealander is visiting Rarotonga for the 63rd time after falling deeply in love with the island during an accidental visit in the 1970s.
Vairoa stream clean-up aims to protect community from floods
Friday 16 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, Local, National
An effort to clean and realign the Vairoa stream in Ruatonga valley as well as reclaim neighbouring land eroded by torrential floods is well underway.
Water petition endorsed: ‘We’re one step closer to keeping our water free’
Friday 16 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National, Parliament
The ‘Keep Our Water Free’ petition opposing the incoming water tariffs has been endorsed and will be tabled on September 16, the Clerk of Parliament has confirmed.
Araura College takes 2024 Schools Badminton tournament by storm
Wednesday 14 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Badminton, Sports
Araura College from Aitutaki proved that great things can come from unexpected places after making a strong debut in the Schools Badminton Tournament being held at the National Auditorium in Tupapa this week.
Round 4 to bring thrilling grassroots and U18 men’s football action
Wednesday 14 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Kicking off at 4.15pm, the CIFA Complex will once again host an exciting display of grassroots football in the 2024 Rarotonga football competition.
Pet Talk: Desexing - key to controlling Rarotonga’s dog population
Wednesday 14 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Pet Talk
Desexing, or spaying and neutering, is a crucial practice in the management of dog populations, particularly in our island settings where resources are limited, and uncontrolled breeding can lead to serious problems, writes Dr Rose Hasegawa, medical director Te Are Manu Vet Clinic.
Letter: Atiu Harbour Project 1974-75
Monday 12 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, Next year marks the 50th anniversary of the completion and opening of the Atiu Harbour by Sir Albert and Lady Henry in July 1975.
Puaikura runs riot vs Avatiu
Tuesday 6 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Avatiu’s Aretere Park witnessed a sensational clash in round two of the 2024 Rarotonga football season as Puaikura trounced Avatiu 7-1 in the Premier Men’s Division over the weekend.
Beddoes pulls out of Paris Olympics ‘due to injury’
Tuesday 6 August 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Athletics, Sports
Cook Islands middle distance champion runner Alex Beddoes has pulled out of the 2024 Olympic Games “due to an injury sustained during a final training session” in Paris, France, this week.
Letter: Anyone in the office?
Tuesday 6 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, Has anyone tried to get hold of Internal Affairs lately? The office is there to serve the public but I think they have forgotten that.
Local teachers overcome challenges to earn degrees
Tuesday 6 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Education, Local, National
Four local primary school teachers are among a group of eight educators set to graduate from the University of the South Pacific (USP) with a Bachelor of Education degree after years of struggles and sacrifices.
Tourism joins prestigious global sustainable council
Tuesday 6 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
The Cook Islands Tourism Corporation (CIT) had announced its new membership in the prestigious Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).
Tupapa Maraerenga crowned Te Maeva Nui 2024 champions
Tuesday 6 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Culture, Local, National
The Tupapa Maraerenga Cultural Group emerged victorious as the winners of the 2024 Te Maeva Nui festival, held last week.
PM addresses water issues in Constitution Day speech
Tuesday 6 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Culture, Local, National, Politics
Cook Islands celebrated its 59th Constitution Day on Sunday, marked by remarkable milestones highlighting the country’s successful self-governance journey, while the Prime Minister addressed the current water tariff issue amidst global and regional turmoil.
Court briefs
Saturday 3 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A man who is charged with two counts of assault on a female will be sentenced on October 15 after he waived his rights to a lawyer.
US Coast Guard Cutter visits Cook Islands for joint patrol
Saturday 3 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National
Around 85 United States coastguards arrived in Rarotonga yesterday aboard the US Coast Guard Cutter Harriet Lane from Hawaii, focusing on search and rescue and fisheries law enforcement.
